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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: 1165322560
ISBN13: 9781165322565
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 338
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Anecdotes of Archery: From the Earliest Ages to the Year 1791 is a book written by Ely Hargrove in 1845. The book is a comprehensive collection of stories and anecdotes related to the sport of archery, from its earliest origins to the end of the 18th century. The author provides a detailed history of the development of archery as a sport, including its use in warfare and hunting.The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of archery. The first chapter discusses the origins of the sport and its use in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The following chapters cover the development of archery in medieval Europe, including the use of the longbow in the Hundred Years' War.The book also includes accounts of famous archers throughout history, such as William Tell and Robin Hood. Hargrove provides detailed descriptions of their feats of skill and bravery, as well as the impact they had on the sport of archery.The final chapters of the book focus on the state of archery in the late 18th century, including the development of new technologies such as the crossbow and the introduction of archery as a competitive sport.Overall, Anecdotes of Archery is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of archery or the evolution of sports in general. Hargrove's engaging writing style and extensive research make this book a valuable resource for historians, archery enthusiasts, and casual readers alike.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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