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Florida and the Game Water-Birds of the Atlantic Coast and the Lakes of the United States / With a full account of the sporting along our sea-shores and inland waters, and remarks on breech-loaders and hammerless guns cover

Florida and the Game Water-Birds of the Atlantic Coast and the Lakes of the United States / With a full account of the sporting along our sea-shores and inland waters, and remarks on breech-loaders and hammerless guns

By Robert Barnwell Roosevelt
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A combined travel narrative and field manual that first evokes Florida's landscapes, flora and wildlife while promoting the region as a winter destination for anglers and sportsmen. It then surveys water-bird species and shorebirds, their habits and preferred haunts, and gives practical guidance on seasons, clothing, equipment, gun types (comparing breech-loaders and muzzle-loaders), shooting techniques from boats, blinds, and batteries, and retriever use. Interspersed with hunting anecdotes, local sketches, and instructions for building batteries, the volume also offers ethical and managerial suggestions for sportsmen seeking successful and responsible shooting excursions.

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Robert Barnwell Roosevelt

Robert Barnwell Roosevelt was an American author and naturalist known for his contributions to outdoor literature, particularly in the realms of fishing and hunting. He wrote extensively about the joys and practicalities of rural life, as seen in his notable work "Five Acres Too Much," which explores amateur farming and the benefits of country living. Roosevelt also authored several guides on game fishing and bird hunting, including "Florida and the Game Water-Birds of the Atlantic Coast" and "The Game Fish of the Northern States and British Provinces." His writings reflect a deep appreciation for nature and the sporting life, making him a significant figure in 19th-century American outdoor literature.

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