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The work was dedicated to henry viii who enjoyed the treatise so much that he granted ascham a pension. Page 3 chronicle of fome of the principal events in the life, works, and times of roger ascham, fellow of st. Toxophilus is a book about longbow archery by roger ascham, first published in london in 1545. Dedicated to king henry viii, it is the first book on archery written in english. Many old books such as this are increasingly hardtocomeby and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this text now in an affordable. Toxophilus 1545 by roger ascham reprinted version nov 2015 by leopold classic library. This antiquarian book will appeal to those with an interest in the history and development of the use of a bow and arrow, and it would make for the perfect addition to collections of related literature. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Toxophilus, 1545 download record information share add to shelf remove from shelf this record does not have media available online.

His treatise on archery, toxophilus, the schole of shootinge 1545, and his guide to pedagogy, the. Toxophilus the fchole of fhootinghe conteyned in tvvo bookes by roger ascham, 1545 this book contains parts from both the 1864 rev. Toxophilus this is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. Contains ascham s 1545 treatise on the virtues of the english longbow, with a critical introduction, a textual. Now first collected and revised, with a life of the author. Art at the crossroads, which had displayed without preferential hanging or curatorial nudge, a cross section of what was being admired and bought as the previous century had turned, regardless of school, affiliation or subsequent.

They are written in the form of a dialogue between toxophilus a lover of the bow and philogus a lover of learning. Toxophilus the school of shooting by roger ascham goodreads. Other articles where toxophilus, the schole of shooting is discussed. Find clues for practice written about in roger aschams toxophilus which is one of. Toxophilus, the school of shooting, by roger ascham, 1545. In the preface ascham showed the growing patriotic zeal of the humanists by stating that he was writing englishe matter read more. The objects of the book were twofold, to commend the practice of shooting with the long bow, and to set the example of a higher style of composition than had yet been attempted in english. Aschams first published work, toxophilus lover of the bow in 1545, was dedicated to henry viii.

The crown and royal coat of arms are set above the proem reioyse englande, be gladde and. Book page image toxophilvs, the fchole of fhootinge conteyned in two bookes. Toxophilus 1545 edwardarber, affociate,kingscollege,london,f. This is an exlibrary book and may have the usual libraryused book markings inside. Published 1990 condition fine copy in the original giltblocked cloth. Toxophilus, the schole of shooting work by ascham britannica. Toxophilus 1545 by ascham roger 9780342718825 fast for sale.

Footnoting irreconcilable reality julian barnes the novelist and critic recently recalled a centenary exhibition at the royal academy in london entitled 1900. The first book of the school of shooting and the second book of the school of shooting. Dedicated to king henry viii, it is the first book on archery. This vintage book contains a fascinating and comprehensive treatise on archery, and includes a wealth of interesting historical information. In the preface ascham showed the growing patriotic zeal of the humanists by stating that he was writing englishe matter. We have new and used copies available, in 1 editions starting at. Ascham was a keen archer and a lecturer at st johns college, cambridge, and wrote toxophilus or the schole or partitions of shooting to defend archery against claims that it was a sport unbefitting a scholar toxophilus is written in the form of a dialogue between two characters, philologus a lover of study and toxophilus a lover of the bow, who is also a scholar and defends archery. Ascham s toxophilus lover of the bow, written in the form of a dialogue, was published in 1545 and was the first book on archery in english. King henry viii, it is the first book on archery written in english. In 1545 ascham published the treatise toxophilus or the schole or partitions of shooting partly in defense of archery against those who found the sport unbefitting a scholar. As it was written in old english towards the end of the reign of king henry viii, it does take a few pages to become accustomed to the wording. Toxophilus, the schole, or partitions, of shooting. Weapon written about by roger ascham in his book toxophilus 7. Toxophilus 1545 by ascham roger 9780342718825 fast for.

Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read toxophilus. Roger ascham lays the foundation for the proper technique used in shooting a bow in this case the english longbow and the equipment needed. Letters continued, and toxophilus by roger ascham 0. Cart hello select your address best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home computers gift cards subscribe and save. As it was written in old english towards the end of the reign of king henry viii, it does take a few pages to become accustomed to the. Cart hello select your address best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home computers gift cards sell. Aug 19, 2010 this book is the earliest primer on the sport of archery and its practice.

Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams. Contains ascham s 1545 treatise on the virtues of the english longbow, with a critical introduction, a textual introduction, the text in oldspelling, notes and commentary to explain. Roger ascham s works stood for centuries as models of english prose style. Weapon written about by roger ascham in his book toxophil. Image courtesy christian brothers province centre, dublin. Roger ascham 1515 1568 was a seminal english scholar and writer, who was famous for his unique prose style, his celebration of the vernacular, and his ideas pertaining to education. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers.

Best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home computers gift cards subscribe and save coupons sell books best sellers new releases childrens books. This work comprises of two books combined together. This is a reproduction of the original book written and printed in 1545. Best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home computers gift cards sell books best sellers new releases childrens books textbooks. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. In later years the storage cabinet used to hang an unstrung bow became know as an ascham.