Letters to Young Shooters On the Choice and Use of a Gun

Originally published in 1882, this book is a comprehensive guide to shooting and gun etiquette aimed at young sportsmen. Payne-Gallwey covers everything from choosing the right gun and ammunition to proper behavior on the shooting range and in the field. In addition to practical tips, he also provides historical and philosophical context for the sport of shooting, and makes a persuasive case for its value as a form of physical and mental exercise.

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