Observations on some of the popular amusements of this country, addressed to the higher classes of society.
London.
Hatchard and Son, 1827.
First edition.
8vo.
24pp. Disbound. Title page and terminal leaf browned and spotted.
The first edition of a pamphlet critiquing aspects of leisure in English society through the lens of Christian temperance, in particular, 'barbarous' sports and races; the author asserts that 'every act which is accompanied by an unwarranted degree of rashness and adventure, by which human life is hazarded, or cruelty inflicted on the brute creation, is a sinful act'.
£ 125.00
Antiquates Ref: 17503
