Fred Kimble: Master Duck Shot of the World (1823) (Hardcover)

""Fred Kimble: Master Duck Shot Of The World"" is a book written by Charles Askins and first published in 1823. The book tells the story of Fred Kimble, a legendary duck hunter who is widely regarded as the best in the world. Askins chronicles Kimble's life and career, detailing his hunting techniques, his mastery of the shotgun, and his incredible ability to track and shoot ducks in any weather condition.The book is a fascinating look at the world of duck hunting in the early 19th century, and provides a unique perspective on the sport and its history. Askins' writing is engaging and informative, and he paints a vivid picture of Kimble's life and the world in which he lived.Overall, ""Fred Kimble: Master Duck Shot Of The World"" is a must-read for anyone interested in hunting, the outdoors, or the history of sports. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.Additional Author/Contributor: Theodore S. Van Dyke. This extremely rare, short anthology of waterfowl hunting was written and assembled by five major contributors, namely Charles Askins, Fred Kimble himself, William C. Hazelton, Joseph Ragland, and Theodore S. Van Dyke. Askins was an Army officer active in military and, later, sporting marksmanship development, and author of several hunting books. Kimble was among the small group of renowned waterfowl market hunters who in later life turned their shooting interests to public tournaments and exhibitions.--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.