Author: Kurt G. Bluchel
Publisher: HF Ulman, Feb 2008
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 0-8416-0175-5
Synopsis
A comprehensive overview of every aspect of the hunt. Compendium is filled with brilliant animal photography will appeal not only to hunters, but will arouse the interest of all nature fans. 1200+ illus, 4-color t/out; 11x12 inches, 660 pgs.
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With over 1,200 fascinating illustrations, this volume offers a comprehensive overview of every aspect of the hunt. This compendium filled with brilliant animal photography will appeal not only to hunters, but will arouse the interest of all nature fans.
Translated from German, this is an enormous book, with two oversized volumes in a slipcase. Not only is it gorgeously illustrated throughout with unusual photographs, the text is great too, starting with an excellent (but sophisticated) short history of hunting from prehistory to the present. The emphasis is on hunting around the world, which makes this book stand out from most, which are usually focused on the United States. It is fascinating to see how hunting traditions vary across cultures, but share the common themes of respect for the game hunted and calling upon the hunter to face up to the challenges of the pursuit in that spirit of respect.
