Publisher's Synopsis
Sport In Bengal: And How, When, And Where To Seek It is a book written by Edward B. Baker and originally published in 1887. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various sports and outdoor activities that were popular in Bengal during the late 19th century. Baker covers a wide range of topics, including hunting, fishing, horse racing, cricket, and football, providing detailed information on how to participate in each activity and where to find the best locations for them.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific sport or activity. Baker begins with a chapter on hunting, discussing the different types of game available in Bengal and the equipment and techniques needed to hunt them. He then moves on to fishing, providing information on the best rivers and lakes for fishing and the types of fish that can be caught.The book also includes chapters on horse racing, cricket, and football, all of which were popular sports in Bengal during the late 19th century. Baker provides a history of each sport, as well as instructions on how to participate and where to find the best locations for each.Overall, Sport In Bengal: And How, When, And Where To Seek It is a fascinating look at the sports and outdoor activities that were popular in Bengal during the late 19th century. It provides valuable information for anyone interested in these activities, as well as a glimpse into the culture and society of the time.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.
