The Field, The Farm, The Garden, The Country Gentleman’s Newspaper, Bound Volume No.XLVI (46 stamped 43!). From July 3 to December 25, 1875. London, Field Office, 346, Strand. Elephant folio 18” x 12” Full green blind-stamped over boards, gilt lettering to spine, some wear, overall good. Invaluable Victorian historical reference containing a full index. A fascinating time capsule with intricate detail on sporting and field events ranging from Angling to Yachting, with multiple references to Cricket, Football, Pastimes including very early Lawn Tennis events one year after the game was invented, Shooting, Travel and Horse Racing. Also contains illustrations.
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The Field, The Farm, The Garden, The Country Gentleman’s Newspaper, Bound Volume No.XLVI (46 stamped 43!). From July 3 to December 25, 1875. London, Field Office, 346, Strand. Elephant folio 18” x 12” Full green blind-stamped over boards, gilt lettering to spine, some wear, overall good. Invaluable Victorian historical reference containing a full index. A fascinating time capsule with intricate detail on sporting and field events ranging from Angling to Yachting, with multiple references to Cricket, Football, Pastimes including very early Lawn Tennis events one year after the game was invented, Shooting, Travel and Horse Racing. Also contains illustrations.