The Book of Duck Decoys: Their Construction, Management, and History is a comprehensive guide to the art of building and using duck decoys. Written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and originally published in 1886, this book provides detailed instructions for constructing decoys from a variety of materials, including wood, cork, and papier-mache. It also covers the proper placement and management of decoys in order to attract and lure ducks into range.In addition to practical advice, The Book of Duck Decoys also delves into the ...
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The Book of Duck Decoys: Their Construction, Management, and History is a comprehensive guide to the art of building and using duck decoys. Written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and originally published in 1886, this book provides detailed instructions for constructing decoys from a variety of materials, including wood, cork, and papier-mache. It also covers the proper placement and management of decoys in order to attract and lure ducks into range.In addition to practical advice, The Book of Duck Decoys also delves into the history and cultural significance of decoys. Payne-Gallwey explores the evolution of decoys from simple wooden blocks to the highly realistic and detailed models used by hunters today. He also discusses the role of decoys in traditional hunting practices and their importance as works of art.This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of decoy making or the history of hunting and conservation. It is filled with detailed illustrations and photographs that bring the world of duck decoys to life. Whether you are a seasoned hunter or a curious enthusiast, The Book of Duck Decoys is a fascinating and informative read.Sir Ralph Frankland-Payne-Gallwey, 3rd Baronet, was one of numerous accomplished English gentlemen of the Victorian era. He, the third of six Yorkshire baronets holding the name Payne-Gallwey, was born on August 19, 1848, and died on November 24, 1916. He was educated at Eton, married Edith Alice Usborne in 1877, and was Magistrate for North Riding, Yorkshire. The couple had five children, of which their only son was killed in action in World War I. Payne-Gallwey was an extraordinarily talented engineer, historian, ballistics expert, artist, and sport hunter. These abilities are amply reflected in several books, some of which are considered to be among the most definitive of their subjects. Among the most notable are: The Fowler in Ireland (1882); Shooting, Field and Covert 2 vols. (1887), co-authored with Lord Walsingham; The Crossbow (1903); Introduction to The Diary of Col. Peter Hawker, 1802-1853. 1903; The Projectile Throwing Machines of the Ancients (1907); and Shooting High Pheasants (1913).The present book, The Book of Duck Decoys (1886), is clearly the most authoritative work on that subject.--Henry M. Reeves.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.
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