Arthur Corbin Gould

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Arthur Corbin Gould

1850–1903

A leading voice in late 19th-century sporting literature, he wrote practical books on guns, fishing, and outdoor life for readers who wanted clear advice from experience. He was also closely tied to the world of sporting journalism and helped shape how enthusiasts learned about firearms and recreation in his era.

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The Modern American Pistol and Revolver

The Modern American Pistol and Revolver

by Arthur Corbin Gould

About the author

Born in 1850 and active during the peak of America’s Gilded Age sporting culture, Arthur Corbin Gould became known for writing straightforward, useful books about firearms, target shooting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. His work includes The Modern American Pistol and Revolver, a practical guide that reflects his hands-on, instructional style.

Gould is also remembered as an editor and publisher in the sporting press, where he wrote for readers interested in marksmanship, hunting, and field sports. His books and editorial work helped document the equipment, habits, and values of American sportsmen at the end of the 19th century.

He died in 1903, but his writing still offers a vivid window into the sporting world of his time. For modern listeners, he stands out less as a literary stylist than as a knowledgeable guide whose books preserve the techniques and culture of an earlier outdoor age.