Originally published in 1853, this is Surtees' great comedic hunting novel. Delightfully illustrated throughout with pen-and-ink sketches, it follows the misadventures of the ghastly Mr Sponge in the hunting field. Still very amusing after all this time, there are many 'hunting types' described that are easily recogniseable today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include: Our Hero Mr. Benjamin Buckram Peter Leather Laverick Wells Mr. Waffles Laverick Wells Our Hero Arrives at Laverick Wells Old Tom Towler The Meet, The Find and The Finish The Feeler The Deal and The Disaster An Old Friend A New Scheme Jawleyford Court The Jawleyford Establishment The Dinner The Tea The Evening's Reflections The Wet Day The F.H.H. A Country Dinner-Party The...

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