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The Art of Shooting – A classic sporting and hunting reference work by renowned gunmaker Charles Lancaster, covering the traditions, techniques, and practical knowledge of British field shooting. This fourteenth edition remains a sought-after title for collectors of sporting literature, hunting enthusiasts, and readers interested in the heritage of British firearms and countryside pursuits.
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The Art of Shooting by Charles Lancaster is an enduring classic of British sporting literature and remains one of the most respected traditional works on the subject of field shooting and sporting firearms. Originally first published in the late nineteenth century, this title became an important practical and instructional guide for sportsmen, hunters, and shooting enthusiasts, combining technical knowledge with the traditions and etiquette of British countryside sport.
This fourteenth edition, published in 1985 by Ashford Press Publishing as part of The Field Library, preserves the authoritative text while presenting it in an attractive hardcover format. Lancaster, a highly regarded London gunmaker, writes with the authority of firsthand experience, offering detailed insights into shotgun handling, shooting methods, game shooting, firearms care, and the practical realities of sport shooting in Britain. The Art of Shooting also reflects the rich heritage of English gunmaking and sporting culture, making it appealing not only to hunters and shooters, but also to collectors of vintage sporting books and firearms history.
The book is particularly valued for its combination of technical instruction and historical perspective. Readers interested in traditional sporting pursuits, hunting history, and collectible sporting literature will appreciate Lancaster’s clear explanations and knowledgeable commentary. Its connection to classic British sporting traditions makes The Art of Shooting an excellent addition to collections focused on hunting, firearms, countryside life, or outdoor pursuits.
Titles from The Field Library series continue to attract collectors due to their quality production and enduring subject matter. This edition of The Art of Shooting remains both a practical reference and an attractive collectible volume for enthusiasts of sporting history and British field sports.
Condition – Very good
1986 hardcover edition. Green cloth boards with bright gilt decoration and lettering to the front board and spine. Binding is sound and secure. Top edge of the text block is dirty, and foxing is present internally. Overall a well-preserved copy of this classic sporting title.
