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Mills, John
Leech, John
1817
1864
Leech, J. (John)
The Life of a Foxhound
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"The Life of a Foxhound" by John Mills is a narrative account likely written in the late 19th century. This work offers an imaginative portrayal of the life of a foxhound, particularly one named Ringwood, as he reflects on his upbringing, the world of hunting, and the dynamics within the kennel. Through the eyes of Ringwood, the story delves into the behaviors, relationships, and experiences of hounds as they adapt to their roles in the hunting community. The opening of the book introduces us to Ringwood's early life at a farmer's home, where he enjoys a nurturing environment, contrasting sharply with the misfortunes of his siblings raised elsewhere. As he transitions into kennel life, he meets Trimbush, an experienced hound who offers sage advice about the intricacies of hunting and kennel discipline. The narrative sets up a rich backdrop of hound behavior, the mentoring between the older and younger dogs, and hints at the lively social fabric of the hunting world, all of which are intended to inform readers of the challenges and excitement that await the hounds in the field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Dogs -- Fiction
Foxhounds -- Fiction
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Category: British Literature
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