Come Duck Shooting With Me (1917)

Come Duck Shooting With Me is a book written by Herbert Gardner and published in 1917. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences while duck hunting in various locations. It provides a comprehensive guide to duck hunting, including tips on how to choose the right equipment, how to scout for good hunting spots, and how to shoot ducks effectively.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of duck hunting. The author shares his personal experiences, detailing the challenges and joys of duck hunting. He also provides practical advice on how to make the most of your hunting trip, including how to set up decoys and blinds, how to call ducks, and how to retrieve your game.In addition to the practical advice, the book also includes beautiful illustrations of ducks and other waterfowl, as well as photographs of the author and his hunting companions. The book is written in a conversational style, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in hunting or the outdoors.Overall, Come Duck Shooting With Me is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about duck hunting. It provides a wealth of information and practical advice, as well as an entertaining and engaging read.Relatively little is known of Herbert Gardner�������s life, as he escapes mention in major biographical or bibliographical references. He writes of coming from New England and residing in Colorado Springs, Colorado, later in life. Apparently he must have been of some means as he traveled widely to hunt. In his Preface he writes that during 56 years afield he pursued mammals, ranging from rabbits to bison, and birds, ranging from sandpipers to wild turkeys. He was particularly interested in the deadly ingestion of lead shot pellets by ducks feeding on the marsh bottom. The �������professor������� also investigated the cause of �������duck sickness�������, a malady that in some summers killed tens of thousands of ducks on the Bear River marshes.--Henry M. Reeves.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.