Poachers and Poaching by F.L.S. John Watson
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"Poachers and Poaching" by John Watson, F.L.S. is a detailed exploration of the art and practices of poaching, written in the late 19th century. The narrative paints a portrait of poachers as skilled individuals deeply connected to nature, who utilize their knowledge of the land and wildlife to navigate the fine line between legality and survival. Watson delves into the lives and methods of poachers who have passed down their trade across
generations, focusing on their interactions with various game and fish species. The opening of the work establishes a vivid setting where the poacher lives on the fringes of society, teaching his children the craft of capturing game without drawing the ire of the law. Through descriptive language, the author introduces readers to the poacher's family routine, the tools of their trade, and the types of game they pursue, including hares, rabbits, and fish. The poacher's keen understanding of animal behavior and environmental signs highlights his respect for the natural world, cementing his role as both an outcast and an expert in these rural surroundings. The chapters promise further revelations into the contrasting relationship between poachers and the natural world, providing insights into both the excitement and the ethical dilemmas surrounding this controversial practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Watson, John, F.L.S., -1928 |
|---|---|
| Title | Poachers and Poaching |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports |
| Subject | Poaching -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Poachers -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42628 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 540 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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