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Anecdotes Of Archery: From The Earliest Ages To The Year 1791 (1845)

Anecdotes Of Archery: From The Earliest Ages To The Year 1791 (1845)

Hargrove, Ely
Hargrove, Alfred E.

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ISBN10: 1165312719
ISBN13: 9781165312719
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 338
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.70 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Anecdotes of Archery: From the Earliest Ages to the Year 1791 is a historical account of the sport of archery written by Ely Hargrove and first published in 1845. The book provides a comprehensive overview of archery, tracing its origins in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, and following its development through the Middle Ages and Renaissance period to the 18th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of archery. Hargrove covers topics such as the use of the bow in warfare, the role of archery in medieval tournaments, and the development of archery as a leisure activity. He also includes anecdotes about famous archers throughout history, including Robin Hood and William Tell.Throughout the book, Hargrove emphasizes the importance of archery as a skill and a sport. He describes the various techniques and equipment used by archers, and provides tips for improving one's accuracy and aim. He also discusses the social and cultural significance of archery, highlighting its role in shaping the identity of various societies throughout history.Overall, Anecdotes of Archery provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the world's oldest sports. It is a must-read for anyone interested in archery, history, or sports in general.Including An Account Of The Principal Existing Societies Of Archers, A Life Of The Renowned Robin Hood, And A Glossary Of Terms Used In Archery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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