| Author |
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
| LoC No. |
07006650
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| Title |
Good hunting; in pursuit of big game in the West
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| Original Publication |
United States: Harper & Brothers,1896,copyright 1897,copyright 1907.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The wapiti, or round-horned elk -- A cattle-killing bear -- A Christmas buck -- The timber-wolf -- Shooting the prong-buck -- A tame white goat -- Ranching.
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| Credits |
Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Good Hunting; In Pursuit of Big Game in the West" by Theodore Roosevelt is a collection of outdoor adventure writings that was published in the early 20th century. This book serves as a thrilling exploration of big-game hunting across the Western United States, providing readers with an insightful look into the author’s personal experiences as a hunter. Roosevelt infuses the text with enthusiasm for the sport while also highlighting the unique qualities and characteristics of various species of game. The book is organized into chapters that each delve into a specific aspect of Roosevelt's hunting endeavors, featuring diverse animals such as elk, bears, deer, and wolves. Through vivid descriptions and anecdotes, Roosevelt shares not only the excitement of the hunting experience but also his respect for wildlife and the environment. He reflects on the challenges faced by hunters and the responsibility of preserving animal populations, emphasizing the importance of conservation during a time when many species were beginning to face extinction. The narrative alternates between thrilling hunts and contemplative observations, revealing both the joys and the complexities of life as a sportsman in the American West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports
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| Subject |
Hunting -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67632 |
| Release Date |
Mar 15, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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