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c1885 Riding Recollections by Whyte Melville Antique British Sport History Book

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c1885 Riding Recollections by Whyte Melville Antique British Sport History Book

Riding Recollections
By Whyte Melville
Published by Ward, Lock & Co: London c1885 10th Edition

" Riding Recollections by Whyte-Melville, in its tenth edition, is a classic Victorian treatise on the art, etiquette, and pleasures of horseback riding, particularly within the British hunting tradition. Drawing from the author's extensive personal experience as a sportsman and cavalry officer, the book offers practical advice on riding technique, horse selection, and care, while also reflecting on the social and cultural significance of equestrian pursuits in 19th-century England. Whyte-Melville's tone is both instructive and conversational, blending technical guidance with anecdotes and witty observations about the hunting field and the character of riders.

Beyond being a manual for equestrians, the book captures the spirit of an era when fox hunting and horseback riding were central to the lives of the British gentry and rural society. It reveals attitudes toward sport, class, and countryside life, infused with a nostalgic appreciation for tradition and gentlemanly conduct. Riding Recollections remains valued not only for its practical insights but also as a literary window into the customs and values of the Victorian sporting world. "

Light wear and fading to covers and spine. Binding in good shape with no loose pages. Pages typically clean and well presented with some light age toning. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 18.5cm x 12.5cm x 2.5cm - 251 Pages

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: Original Decorated Cloth Bindings
Region: Europe
Subject: Sport
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and fading to covers and spine. Binding in good shape with no loose pages. Pages typically clean and well presented with some light age toning. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Whyte Melville
Publisher: Ward, Lock & Co: London
Year Printed: 1885
Sub-subject: Horse Riding