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The Shoot Lunch approaches a very traditional part of the day?s sport from every conceivable angle and explains why the lunch break is so important. The author explores the elements for creating that special craic ? whether lunch is in a grand and formal dining room of a stately home or a tumbledown barn. There?s a fascinating history of shooting lunches from Edwardian times with anecdotes and experiences of Guns, together with photographs capturing the atmosphere of the lunches and their venues. Delightful water-colour vignettes by Mandy Shepherd the renowned wildlife artist (and daughter of David Shepherd) accompany each chapter. The author has included a selection of practical and useful recipes ranging from tasty lunches to ?pocket fillers?. There is something for everyone who has an interest in shooting and relishes the camaraderie of the day. AUTHOR: Jeremy Hobson is well-known as a freelance professional writer and author specialising in all aspects of country living. Born in Yorkshire and now living in France, the journey between has incorporated a long career (over 30 years) in gamekeeping/rural estate management, as well as periodic radio broadcasting. During the season, he leaves his home in France to act as shoot captain for a well-known shoot in West Sussex. His numerous previous titles include The Pigeon Cook; The Rabbit Cook; Successful Smallholding; Running a Shoot; Gundog Training and Gamekeeping: A Guide for Amateur Keepers. SELLING POINTS: ? Captures the unique atmosphere and camaraderie of the shoot lunch ? Fascinating photographs of venues and characters ? Delightful vignettes by Mandy Shepherd ? Delicious recipes for lunches and snacks ILLUSTRATIONS: Colour throughout *
ISBN: 9781846890925
ISBN-10: 1846890926
Audience:
General
Format:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 160
Published: 31st December 2011
Dimensions (cm): 25.4 x 20.0
x 2.4
Weight (kg): 0.82
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