The Cocker: Containing Every Information To The Breeders And Amateurs Of That Noble Bird, The Game Cock

By William Sketchley

Book Overview

The Cocker, written by William Sketchley and published in 1814, is a comprehensive guide to breeding and raising game cocks. The book provides detailed information on the history of the breed, its physical characteristics, and the best methods for selecting and breeding high-quality birds. Sketchley also includes advice on feeding, housing, and caring for game cocks, as well as tips for training and preparing them for cockfighting. The book is intended for both breeders and amateurs interested in the noble sport of cockfighting, and is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their knowledge of this fascinating and controversial practice.To Which Is Added, A Variety Of Other Useful Information For The Instruction Of Those Who Are Attendants On The Cock Pit.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165084384
• ISBN13: 9781165084388
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"