The Sportsman: On Hunting, a Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus

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Author Xenophon, 432 BCE-351? BCE
Translator Dakyns, Henry Graham, 1838-1911
Title The Sportsman: On Hunting, a Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus
Note Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary "The Sportsman: On Hunting, a Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus" by Xenophon is a detailed manual on hunting practices likely written in the 4th century BC. This ancient work serves as a guide for aspiring hunters, covering techniques, the use of dogs, and the benefits of hunting, particularly emphasizing the moral and social virtues that such skills can develop in young men. The opening of "The Sportsman" discusses the sacred origins of hunting, attributing its invention to the gods Apollo and Artemis. It introduces Cheiron, a centaur and the legendary mentor to many ancient Greek heroes, who taught the discipline of hunting to his pupils. The text also highlights the importance of this training, suggesting that hunting cultivates both physical prowess and moral character among youth. Subsequent sections begin to outline practical aspects of hunting, including the equipment necessary for the chase and characteristics of the ideal hounds for different types of game. The emphasis on training, virtues, and the relationship between hunter and hound establishes a foundation for understanding the text's comprehensive approach to sportsmanship and ethical hunting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Classical literature
Subject Sportsmanship -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 1180
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 16, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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