First published in 1864, this Illustrated facsimile edition presents a lively portrait of sport in the 19th cent. & offers an astonishing range of physical & mental activities. From games played with homemade toys to amusements with pets & magic, there is something here to delight any youngster, be he (or she) 8 or 80. Browse through & find instructions on: playground games, including marbles & King of the Castle; sports such as bowling, fencing, badminton, ice skating, & swimming; making kites & bows & arrows; building & sailing toy boats; caring for dogs, pigeons, & aquarium fish; parlor games such as Blind Man's Bluff & dominoes; & a full repertoire of magic & dinner-party gags; & much more! Fascinating chapter on baseball in 1864.
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