Sport in the Crimea and Caucasus

Name: Sport in the Crimea and Caucasus
Author: Clive Phillipps-Wolley

By Clive Phillipps-Wolley

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About This Book

A sporting traveler narrates a series of hunting and shooting expeditions across the Crimean steppe and Caucasus, describing preparations, travel by droshky and sledge, camp life, and the region’s varied terrain. Episodes range from wild-fowl and snipe on marshes to stalking bustards, pheasants, boar, bear, deer, and otter in forests and mountains. Encounters with local guides, hunters, and foresters, Cossack beaters, and the hardships of bivouacs, misfires, lost horses, and night watches punctuate the account, alongside practical notes on outfit, maps, and techniques and vivid impressions of scenery and rural customs.

About the Author

Clive Phillipps-Wolley

Clive Phillipps-Wolley was an English author known for his writings on hunting and adventure. His notable works include the two-volume series "Big Game Shooting," which reflects his passion for hunting in various terrains, and "Gold, Gold, in Cariboo! A Story of Adventure in British Columbia," which captures the spirit of exploration during the gold rush era. Phillipps-Wolley's writings often blend personal experience with vivid storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and thrills of outdoor pursuits. He also contributed to the literature on sport in regions such as the Crimea and Caucasus, showcasing his diverse interests in both adventure and nature.