An Essay On Shooting (1789)

By Gervais Francois Magne De Marolles and John Acton

Book Overview

""An Essay On Shooting"" is a book written by John Acton and originally published in 1789. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of shooting, covering everything from the proper handling of firearms to the best techniques for aiming and shooting at various targets. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning how to shoot, whether for sport or for hunting purposes. The book also includes a section on the history of shooting, as well as a discussion of the ethics of hunting and the responsibilities that come with owning and using firearms. Overall, ""An Essay On Shooting"" is a timeless classic that remains relevant and informative to this day, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of shooting and the skills required to become a proficient marksman.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165312204
• ISBN13: 9781165312207
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"