Hints on the Use and Handling of Firearms Genera
Hints on the Use and Handling of Firearms Generally, and the Revolver in Particular is a work written by H. Onslow Curling and published in 1892. The book provides detailed instructions on the use and handling of firearms, with a particular focus on the revolver. It covers topics such as the different types of firearms, the principles of shooting, the care and maintenance of firearms, and the use of the revolver in self-defense. The book also includes a section on the history of firearms and their development over time. The book is intended to be a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in learning about firearms and their use.
By H. Onslow Curling · First published 1885 · Genre: Non-Fiction, Instructional, Self-Help · 9,842 words
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'He, that rides at high speed, and with His pistol kills a sparrow flying.' SHAKESPEARE: "Henry IV."
THE National Rifle Association may fairly claim the honour of introducing, at their meeting in July 1885, the subject of Military Revolver practice in this country. For years past the want of such a movement has been felt, but the many obstacles to be overcome have been so vast that no one seems to have cared to venture upon the matter, and so it has slept.
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Hints on the Use and Handling of Firearms Generally, and the Revolver in Particular is listed on Textopian as an essay by H. Onslow Curling, dated 1885 CE.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: H. Onslow Curling
- Date: 1885 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Non-Fiction, Instructional, Self-Help, Military
- Length: 9,842 words
- Structure: 1 section, 98 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Non-Fiction — This book is a non-fiction work, providing instruction and advice on the use and handling of firearms.
- Instructional — This book is an instructional guide, providing detailed information on the use and handling of firearms.
- Self-Help — This book provides advice and instruction on the use and handling of firearms, which could be seen as a form of self-help.
- Military — This book focuses on the use and handling of firearms, which is a common topic in military literature.
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