| Author |
Fraser, Hugh, Sir, 1860-1927 |
| LoC No. |
23018825
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| Title |
Amid the High Hills
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by ellinora, Susan Carr, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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| Summary |
"Amid the High Hills" by Sir Hugh Fraser is a collection of articles focused on sport and natural history, written in the early 20th century. The book reflects the author's passion for outdoor pursuits, particularly in the highlands of Scotland, weaving together stories of hunting, fishing, and encountering wildlife. It aims to capture the charm and thrill of these experiences, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty of nature while engaging in sports like deer-stalking and angling. The opening of this work introduces the allure of deer-stalking, emphasizing the romantic connection enthusiasts have with the hills and the experience of solitude in nature. The author shares personal anecdotes and reflections on the challenges and joys that come with stalking deer, conveying a deep respect for the environment and the creatures that inhabit it. Touching on the sensory details of the landscape and the sportsman's perspective, this portion sets a reflective tone that resonates with readers who cherish outdoor adventures and the intricacies of wildlife interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports
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| Subject |
Fishing -- Scotland
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| Subject |
Spanish American literature -- History and criticism
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| Subject |
Hunting -- Scotland
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| Subject |
Salmon fishing -- Great Britain
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
63104 |
| Release Date |
Sep 2, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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