The Sporting Dictionary, and Rural Repository, Volume 1 (of 2)

Step back into the world of early‑19th‑century British field sports with this comprehensive reference that blends practical guidance and scholarly detail. Compiled by a seasoned gentleman of the chase, it gathers everything from the etiquette of hound handling to the subtleties of stag hunting, all presented in the clear, earnest voice of an insider. The work also serves as a rural repository, offering readers a glimpse of the customs, terminology and daily life that surrounded the aristocratic pursuit of the hunt.

Beyond mere definitions, the volume captures the spirit of an era when hunting was both a social ceremony and a test of skill, reflecting the author's own experiences at the famed Windsor Forest and Swinley Lodge. Its careful attention to obsolete practices makes it a valuable window into sporting traditions that have largely vanished, while still providing useful advice for novices eager to understand the basics. Listeners will find a rare blend of history, instruction, and the genuine affection of a devoted servant to his lord and the chase.