02307cam a22003253u 4500 36970 UtSlPG 20260610133837.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SK Watson, John, F.L.S., -1928 The Confessions of a Poacher Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-08-04 Produced by David Edwards, Linda Hamilton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Confessions of a Poacher" by F.L.S. John Watson is a narrative work likely written in the late 19th century. The book offers a firsthand account of a poacher's life, exploring themes of nature, adventure, and rebellion against the Game Laws that regulate hunting. The main character, a young lad from a family of poachers, delves into his experiences in the world of poaching, showcasing his love for the wilderness and his innate skills developed through years of working with the land. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist reminisces about his upbringing on the outskirts of a town known for its game, sharing experiences that shaped his identity as a poacher. He vividly describes his early encounters with nature, his deep connection to wildlife, and the essential knowledge that poachers must possess. Through a lens of affection for the natural world, he captures his fascination with the creatures around him, setting the stage for his adventurous escapades into poaching. The opening portion establishes the groundwork for a tale steeped in both admiration for the wilderness and the moral complexities that come with living outside the law. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Hunting Poaching West, James, active 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36970 77810 77810