The Complete Manual For Young Sportsmen by Frank Forester. 1st Ed. NY: Geo E. Woodward 1856. The book is a comprehensive guide to hunting, fishing, and shooting, aimed at young sportsmen who are just starting out. It covers topics such as the selection and use of firearms, the training of hunting dogs, and the techniques of angling for various types of fish. The book also includes chapters on camping, game preservation, and the ethics of hunting and fishing. As a pioneering work in the field of outdoor literature, "The Complete Manual for Young Sportsmen" has had a lasting impact on the development of American sporting culture, and remains a valuable resource for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Near fine condition. Book has been rebound with the original cover illustrations having been preserved. Light wear to the cover. New gray endpapers and white blank leafs. Previous owner's name stamped on the frontispiece tissue paper and first text page. Pages are toned. Pages may show occasional signs of repair, wear, and other defects. Tightly bound.

7.25 x 5.375 x 1.5 in