Old Sports and Sportsmen; or, the Willey Country / with sketches of Squire Forester and his whipper-in Tom Moody

Name: Old Sports and Sportsmen; or, the Willey Country / with sketches of Squire Forester and his whipper-in Tom Moody
Author: John Randall

By John Randall

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A collection of essays and sketches about rural sporting life, landscape, and local history in the Willey area, centering on a country squire and his whipper-in. It surveys hawking, hunting, and the role of royal chases and forests such as Morfe, interweaving folklore, institutional and social customs, natural observations, and descriptions of seasonal rural traditions. The work profiles notable sportsmen and hunting practices, argues that game preservation helped conserve woodlands, and evokes the relationship between people, countryside pastimes, and the survival of wildlife and local culture.

About the Author

John Randall

John Randall was a 19th-century author known for his contributions to local history and industry in England, particularly in the Shropshire region. His notable works include "Handbook to the Severn Valley Railway," which provides a detailed account of the railway and its surroundings, and "History of Madeley," which explores the rich heritage of the area, including Ironbridge and Coalbrookdale. Randall also delved into the local clay industries with his book "The Clay Industries, Including the Fictile & Ceramic Arts on the Banks of the Severn," highlighting the significance of pottery and ceramics in the region's history. His writings reflect a deep appreciation for the cultural and industrial landscape of his time.