Bücher von Charles Bradford

The Wild Fowlers: Or Sporting Scenes And Characters Of The Great Lagoon is a book written by Charles Bradford and published in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a wild fowler in the Great Lagoon, a vast wetland area in the United States known for its diverse bird population. Bradford provides vivid descriptions of the various species of waterfowl that inhabit the lagoon, including ducks, geese, and swans. He also shares his hunting techniques and strategies, as well as his encounters with other hunters and local characters. The book is not only a valuable resource for hunters and bird enthusiasts but also a fascinating glimpse into the culture and lifestyle of the early 20th-century American South. It is written in a lively and engaging style, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in outdoor sports and adventure. Overall, The Wild Fowlers is a rich and informative account of a unique and captivating environment, as well as a testament to the author's passion for the sport of wildfowling.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.

The Brook Trout and the Determined Angler by Charles Barker Bradford. This delightful book was first published in the U.S.A. in 1900 and is now extremely scarce in its original edition. Read Country Books have now re-published it using the text and illustrations from the first edition. The author was a well-known fisherman and a prolific sporting writer who contributed many articles to the American field sports press of that era. This book is a collection of some of the best of these. Its 72 pages contain chapters on:- Fly Fishing for Trout. - Trout Truths. - Trout and Trouting. - Trouting in Canadensis Valley. - In the Pocono Mountains. - The Trouter's Outfit. - Little Casts. (trouting tips). - Tackle Talks. - Borrowed Thoughts. Etc. All of these are illustrated by full page black and white illustrations and photos and a number of small pen and ink sketches. This early fishing book can be recommended for inclusion in the library of all dedicated anglers. "A little pocket volume containing several descriptions of a fly fisher's paradise, and a few practical suggestions for the young angler." Many of the earliest sporting books, particularly those dating back to the 1800s, are now extremely scarce and very expensive. Read Country Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.