Useless Knowledge for Hunters - Curious facts about hunting game and hunting myths

Mia Mirillia

Beschreibung

Curious stories and facts from the world of hunting

Delve into the unexplored depths of hunting and discover stories and facts that sound so unbelievable that you can hardly believe them - that's what "Useless Knowledge for Hunters" offers. This book takes you on a journey through the world of hunting with a fascinating mix of humor, science and sheer amazement. You'll learn things you may never have heard before that are sure to enrich your knowledge and campfire stories.

Imagine being in Alaska and watching a hunter sitting in a tree being mobbed by a huge brown bear below. Or travel to the woods of Tennessee, where an abandoned backpack leads to a hidden 1920s moonshine still. And have you ever heard of a reindeer with three antlers? In Lapland, that's exactly what you'll find!

The stories in this book range from a hunter who witnessed a kangaroo holding his hunting dog in a headlock, to another who stumbled upon an abandoned Inca city in the depths of the Amazon rainforest. In the Serengeti, an impala was snatched by a crocodile at the last moment of his hunt and swallowed in a river. In Wyoming, a hunter impressively shot two bighorn sheep with a single shot. And in a remote forest in Romania, a hunter discovered a cave with prehistoric wall paintings of hunting scenes.

But that's just the tip of the iceberg. "Useless Knowledge for Hunters" offers not only amazing stories, but also practical tips and advice. Find out which game meats have nutritional advantages over farmed meat, how best to nourish yourself during long hunting trips and which natural remedies and first aid techniques are most useful in the wild.

"Useless Knowledge for Hunters" is more than just a book; it is a gateway to a world of wonders and curiosities just waiting to be discovered. It's the perfect gift for the hunter in your life or for anyone who just wants to learn more about the amazing and often surprising world of hunting. A must for any hunting library!

Verfügbar seit: 11.11.2023.

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