The Witchery Of Archery: A Complete Manual Of Archery (1878) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166236939)

The Witchery of Archery is a comprehensive manual of archery written by Maurice Thompson and first published in 1878. The book covers all aspects of archery, from the history and mythology of the sport to the techniques and equipment used by archers. Thompson draws on his own experience as a skilled archer to provide detailed instructions on how to shoot a bow and arrow, including tips on stance, grip, and aiming. He also offers advice on selecting the right bow and arrows, as well as on tuning and maintaining them. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs, and includes chapters on hunting with a bow and arrow, as well as on the use of the longbow and the crossbow. Overall, The Witchery of Archery is a classic work on the sport of archery that remains relevant and informative to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Maurice Thompson
ISBN-10: 1166236935
ISBN-13: 9781166236939
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 274
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d