On Drag-Hunting by John Strawson (1999-1st) Hunt, Dogs, Field Sports, Hardback

BRAND NEW book\n\nHardback\n\nISBN 9780851317571\nOn Drag-HuntingJohn Strawson\n\""Drag-hunting may not be a substitute for the real thing, but it can be a\n lot of fun. This is John Strawson's message as he draws on his own \nexperience both when whipping-in with the 4th Hussars' pack of \ndraghounds - under the Mastership of the Celebrated Loopy Kennard - and \nlater when he became Master of the Staff College Drag. The author \ndescribes the origins and activities of packs of draghounds, past and \npresent, with particular reference to the dedication and hard work of \nthose involved in a sport which is totally dependent upon the goodwill \nof farmers and landowners. For the newcomer there is much practical \nadvice and guidance aimed not only at those involved in the organisation\n of the sport, but also for the first-time follower. This is a book \nwritten by a dedicated enthusiast. The love of horses and hounds, the \nsheer thrill of riding across country over fences, the occasio.