02402cam a22003133u 4500 54372 UtSlPG 20260610134243.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SF R. H. (Robert Howlett) The Royal Pastime of Cock-fighting : The art of breeding, feeding, fighting, and curing cocks of the game The royall pastime of cocking Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-03-16 Produced by deaurider, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Royal Pastime of Cock-fighting" by R. H. is a detailed treatise on the ancient sport of cockfighting, likely written in the early 18th century. This work explores various aspects of breeding, feeding, fighting, and caring for game cocks, arguing for the sport's honor and utility. The author, identifying as a lover of cockfighting and a friend to military discipline, endeavors to promote the sport while addressing its critics, asserting its long-standing historical significance and potential benefits to those who practice it. At the start of the book, R. H. presents a dedication to Sir T. V., recounting the esteemed lineage of cockfighting among the aristocracy, particularly highlighting Sir T. V.'s family history with the sport. The preface elaborates on the ancient roots of cockfighting, referencing various historical sources and personalities that valued the sport, and arguing for its merits. This opening section sets a tone of respect and seriousness toward this pastime, preparing the reader for an in-depth exploration of the knowledge and practices involved in the breeding and maintaining of fighting cocks, as well as defending the noble reputation of cockfighting against its detractors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cockfighting https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54372 95206 95206