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The Origin Of Rugby Football (1897)

The Origin Of Rugby Football (1897)

Old Rugbeian Society

Paperback

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ISBN10: 1165885751
ISBN13: 9781165885756
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Origin of Rugby Football is a historical book written by the Old Rugbeian Society in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive account of the origins and development of rugby football, from its earliest beginnings in ancient times to the modern game as it was played in the late 19th century. The book traces the evolution of the game through the centuries, from the Roman game of harpastum to the medieval game of mob football, and finally to the codification of the rules of rugby football by the Rugby School in the 19th century. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the various forms of rugby football that were played in different parts of the world, including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United States. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as accounts of famous matches and players from throughout rugby football's history. The Origin of Rugby Football is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of one of the world's most popular sports.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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