Big Game Shooting, volume 1 (of 2)

Name: Big Game Shooting, volume 1 (of 2)
Author: Clive Phillipps-Wolley

By Clive Phillipps-Wolley

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The volume compiles practical guidance and firsthand expedition accounts on pursuing large wild mammals across several continents, pairing an introductory overview of big-game shooting with chapters on equipment, camp organization, caravan and guide management, and stalking and driving techniques. Detailed species-focused sections discuss behavior, approaches and shot considerations for elephants, buffalo, lions, rhinoceros, hippopotamus, giraffe, ostriches and various antelopes, alongside material on North American game and musk ox. Plans, route descriptions and illustrations accompany tactical advice and logistical recommendations for field operations in diverse terrains.

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.