The Book of Sports: by William Martin

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Author Martin, William, 1801-1867
Title The Book of Sports:
Containing Out-door Sports, Amusements and Recreations, Including Gymnastics, Gardening & Carpentering
Note Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Book of Sports" by William Martin is a collection of recreational activities and games aimed at children, written in the mid-19th century. The book presents a wide variety of outdoor sports, amusements, and recreations, covering areas such as gymnastics, gardening, and carpentry in addition to traditional games. Its purpose is to encourage boys and girls to engage in play that fosters enjoyment while promoting health and physical strength. The opening of the book sets the tone for its informative and instructional approach. It begins with a preface that emphasizes the importance of outdoor activities for children and introduces various game categories, such as games with marbles and outdoor sports for both warm and cold weather. The initial section describes games like "Ring Taw," explaining the rules and providing a detailed overview of how to play. Martin also makes an educational effort by linking some games to scientific principles, such as the laws of motion, highlighting the blend of enjoyment and learning that he aims to achieve through this book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Subject Sports -- Juvenile literature
Subject Amusements -- Juvenile literature
Category Text
EBook-No. 25068
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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