antique badminton library book, fishing, reference, english, sporting interest

Our Stock # 24182

This is an antique Badminton Library Book. An English language, hard bound reference title on fishing by Henry Cholmondeley-Pennell, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. 

Dedicated to the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) the Badminton Library Books series of the late Victorian period was a series of titles covering sporting pursuits and pastimes. Covering popular sports and hobbies of late Victorian Britain, with titles such as Tennis, Boating and Cricket. This volume covers the subject of salmon and trout fishing, written by fishing enthusiast and poet Henry Cholmondeley-Pennell (1837 - 1915).

• Presented in good, intact antique order with minimal coloration
• Bound in the standard trade binding with the distinctive illustrated cover
• Comprehensive Victorian guide printed across 472 pages
• Delightful illustrations accentuate throughout, showing fishing tackle and accessories
• This second edition published in London by Longmans, Green and Co in 1886

This is a charming antique Badminton Library Books on fishing, offering a fascinating topic with great detail and fine illustrations. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 14.5cm (5.75'')
Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 19.5cm (7.75'')

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Antique Badminton Library Book, Fishing, Reference, English, Sporting Interest

Antiques.co.uk Ref: A32GYN56W

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