Whip and Spur

This vintage book offers the reader a unique and authentic insight into the sporting life of a nineteenth century fox hunter, chronicling his experiences in all manner of pursuits ranging from buying a horse to embarking on a hunt. Interesting and entertaining, ""Whip and Spur"" will appeal to the modern sportsman and those with an interest in the history of fox hunting in England. Contents include: ""Vix"", ""Ruby"", ""Wettstein"", ""Camping with Max"", ""How I got my Overcoat"", ""Two Scouts"", ""In the Gloaming"", and ""Fox-Hunting in England"". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the use of horses in sport. Originally published in 1897.