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The Sportsman On Hunting A Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus

The Sportsman On Hunting A Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus

Xenophon

Paperback

Fiction Anthologies

Publisher Price: $13.99

ISBN10: 9374838044
ISBN13: 9789374838044
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Nov 1 2025
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.16 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The sportsman on hunting: A sportsman's manual commonly called Cynegeticus presents a structured exploration of hunting as both a practical pursuit and a moral discipline. Xenophon examines the art of the hunt not merely as sport but as a formative exercise fostering courage, endurance, and ethical refinement. The work begins by tracing the divine origins of hunting to Apollo and Artemis, honoring them as patrons of the chase. It then introduces the figure of Cheiron, the wise centaur who instructs heroes in this noble art, underscoring the spiritual and educational value of the practice. Through this foundation, hunting becomes a path toward cultivating discipline, respect for nature, and harmony between human skill and animal instinct. Xenophon proceeds to describe the necessary tools, the training of dogs, and the methods suited for various kinds of game. His tone merges reverence with instruction, blending mythological reverence and pragmatic advice to elevate hunting into a moral exercise that strengthens character and promotes balance between body and mind.

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