Edward, Second Duke Of York The Master Of Game , London: Chatto & Windus, 1909.2nd Edition. Good+.. 8.25" x 5.75" Edited by Wm and A Baillie-Grohman. The first and oldest English book on hunting, it was written between 1406-1413, and remained unpublished for 500 years until 1904. Illustrated with 24 full page photographs. Includes a useful appendix and glossary explaining some of the 500 year old words and phrases. 302 untrimmed pages. Some minor marks and wear on cover and the edges of the untrimmed pages have a slightly dusty appearance. Text almost unmarked and Very Good. Heavy book. (Book ref. 000620) £155.00 The payment methods accepted by the seller, Valerie Peel , are shown in the right-hand column. |
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