In The Shires: A Sporting Novel (1887)

In The Shires: A Sporting Novel is a book written by Randal Howland Roberts and first published in 1887. The novel is set in the English countryside, specifically in the shires, and follows the story of a group of wealthy sportsmen who engage in various outdoor activities such as fox hunting, shooting, and fishing. The main character is a young man named Lionel, who is new to the area and eager to participate in these activities. Through his experiences, he learns about the customs and traditions of the shires, as well as the social hierarchy and relationships between the different characters. The novel also touches on themes of love, friendship, and loyalty, as Lionel navigates his way through the intricacies of the shires' society. Overall, In The Shires: A Sporting Novel is a charming and insightful portrait of rural England in the late 19th century, and a celebration of the joys of outdoor sportsmanship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.