
The Great Shoots
Britain's Finest Shooting Estates - Past and Present
By: Brian P. Martin
Hardcover | 1 November 2018 | Edition Number 3
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Before detailing the history and present sport of each estate, region by region, the author sets the scene by outlining the history of gameshooting in Britain: the changing attitude of society; how economics have played an increasingly important part; how the popular press has perpetuated an often inaccurate image, how technical developments have shaped both gunmaking and game rearing; and much more. The inter-relationship between shooting and conservation, and the important contribution of the general welfare of our flora and fauna by the overwhelming majority of shoot proprieters, are given special attention.
This superb volume has become the established celebration of the gameshooting world today.
The book features colour photographs.
About the Author
Brian P. Martin is among Britain's most successful country and natural history writers. He has written over twenty-five books to date, including the bestselling Tales of the Old Gamekeeper. Brian has contributed to numerous magazines including his weekly column 'Rusticus' which ran in the Shooting Times and The Countryman.
Industry Reviews
The third edition of The Great Shoots is bigger and better than ever. Brian P. Martin has amassed over 275 pages of game shooting history, anecdotes and photography that will elevate the stature of any bookshelf. An ever better read if you've been lucky enough to visit some of the estates listed. More than a few for the bucket list can be found within. * Shooting Gazette *
This is a beautiful and thoroughly researched book with a proper sense of history mixed with a clear understanding of the changing nature of shooting sports. It gives an insight into a past-time that remains important in much of the rural West Country. -- Philip Bowern * Western Morning News *
This is a sumptuous book that you can dip in and out of, filled with nostalgia and great photography and has become an established authority of the gameshooting world today. -- Martin Stanhope * NFU Countryside *
As well as being an informative and interesting read, looking at both the historical and current shooting scene on a number of top estates, The Great Shoots could also be described as a coffee table book. It will, no doubt, grace many a shoot lodge and gun room for the casual reader to dip in and out of. * BASC Magazine *
This lavish book with stunning photographs will appeal to lovers of country pursuits. -- Annette Shaw * Devon Life *
ISBN: 9781846892783
ISBN-10: 1846892783
Published: 1st November 2018
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 288
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: Quiller Publishing
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 3
Edition Type: Revised
Dimensions (cm): 28.0 x 28.0 x 2.3
Weight (kg): 1.82
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