Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetry of Sport is a collection of poems written by Hedley Peek and published in 1896. The book features a variety of poems that celebrate the joys and challenges of sports, from horse racing and boxing to cricket and football. Peek's writing captures the excitement and drama of these sports, as well as the camaraderie and sportsmanship that are essential to their enjoyment. The poems are accompanied by illustrations that bring the scenes to life, adding to the immersive experience for readers. The Poetry of Sport is a timeless work that continues to inspire and entertain sports enthusiasts and poetry lovers alike.With A Chapter On Classical Allusions To Sport And A Special Preface To The Badminton Library. Illustrated By A. Thorburn, Lucien Davis, C. E. Brock, And Others.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.
