02335cam a22003133u 4500 23776 UtSlPG 20260610133539.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GV R. H. (Robert Howlett) The School of Recreation (1684 edition) : Or, The Gentlemans Tutor, to those Most Ingenious Exercises of Hunting, Racing, Hawking, Riding, Cock-fighting, Fowling, Fishing Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-12-09 Produced by Louise Hope, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The School of Recreation" by R. H. is a practical guide on various outdoor sports and recreational activities written in the late 17th century. The text discusses a wide range of pursuits such as hunting, fishing, racing, shooting, hawking, and more, aiming to educate gentlemen on the skills and knowledge needed to partake in these exercises effectively. It emphasizes the balance between work and recreation, portraying these activities not only as means of enjoyment but also as essential for physical health and mental well-being. The opening of the work sets the stage by underscoring the importance of recreation in maintaining physical vigor and mental clarity, discussing how lawful recreational activities can counteract the weariness of daily labor. It previews several sports, beginning with hunting, while outlining the necessary skills, techniques, and knowledge required for a successful pursuit. The author aims to instruct readers on the various animals to hunt, the equipment needed, and the general principles that govern these activities, providing a thorough foundation for understanding the customs and practices surrounding outdoor sports. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sports Recreation -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23776 64808 64808