Christopher in his Sporting Jacket

This vintage book contains John Wilson's 1901 work, "e;Christopher in his Sporting Jacket"e;. Originally published in "e;Blackwood"e; in 1828, it is a delightful chronicle of sporting life and exquisite idyll of natural boyhood. This volume will appeal to those with a love of the outdoors and rural pursuits, and it would make for a charming addition to any collection. Contents include: "e;Crash Goes the Top-Timber of the Five-Barred Gate"e;, "e;She is a Salmon, Therefore to be woo'd-She is a Salmon, therefore to be Won"e;, "e;Up Runs the Tyro Ready-Cocked"e;, "e;Well, then, After Cat-killing comes Coursing"e;, "e;Hark Forward, Tantivy"e;, "e;Well Done, Fro!"e;, "e;What a Twinkling of Fists and Shillelas!"e;, and "e;A Red-Deer-A Stag of Ten"e;. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with its original artwork and text.