This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 05025061
Title:
Pedestrianism; or, An Account of the Performances of Celebrated Pedestrians During the Last and Present Century.
With a full narrative of Captain Barclay's public and private matches; and an essay on training.
Note: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Pedestrianism; or, An Account of the Performances of Celebrated Pedestrians…" by Walter Thom is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work chronicles the remarkable feats of pedestrianism, particularly the public and private matches of Captain Barclay, while also offering insights into the physical training and capabilities of men during the recent and current centuries. The book focuses on the art of walking and running as a sport, exploring how these exercises were valued in both ancient and modern contexts. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the significance of gymnastic exercises in ancient Greece and their importance in fostering physical strength and agility essential for both sport and warfare. The author critiques contemporary military practices in Britain that neglect proper training and exercise for soldiers, arguing that adopting a regimen akin to the ancient Greek methods could enhance the physical readiness of troops. As the narrative progresses, it hints at a variety of pedestrian matches, promising a detailed account of the capabilities and triumphs of celebrated pedestrians, starting with Captain Barclay and his legendary performances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Thom, Walter, 1770-1824
EBook No.: 55644
Published: Sep 27, 2017
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Walking
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 05025061
Title:
Pedestrianism; or, An Account of the Performances of Celebrated Pedestrians During the Last and Present Century.
With a full narrative of Captain Barclay's public and private matches; and an essay on training.
Note: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Pedestrianism; or, An Account of the Performances of Celebrated Pedestrians…" by Walter Thom is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work chronicles the remarkable feats of pedestrianism, particularly the public and private matches of Captain Barclay, while also offering insights into the physical training and capabilities of men during the recent and current centuries. The book focuses on the art of walking and running as a sport, exploring how these exercises were valued in both ancient and modern contexts. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the significance of gymnastic exercises in ancient Greece and their importance in fostering physical strength and agility essential for both sport and warfare. The author critiques contemporary military practices in Britain that neglect proper training and exercise for soldiers, arguing that adopting a regimen akin to the ancient Greek methods could enhance the physical readiness of troops. As the narrative progresses, it hints at a variety of pedestrian matches, promising a detailed account of the capabilities and triumphs of celebrated pedestrians, starting with Captain Barclay and his legendary performances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Thom, Walter, 1770-1824
EBook No.: 55644
Published: Sep 27, 2017
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Walking
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.