Sports/Hobbies/Motoring
Explore a world of excitement and passion with our selection of classic books on sports, hobbies, and motoring. From timeless tales of athletic achievement to guides on beloved pastimes, these reads inspire and entertain. Discover thrilling adventures on the open road and practical advice for enhancing your favorite activities. Whether you're a sports fan, hobbyist, or motoring enthusiast, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.
The High School Captain of the Team; or, Dick & Co. Leading the Athletic Vanguard
A determined young football captain must confront a resentful teammate and the looming threat of betrayal as he strives to guide his team to victory against fierce rivals.
By H. Irving (Harrie Irving) Hancock
Football Days Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball
Experience early American college football through the eyes of a Princeton player, where camaraderie and competition forged lifelong bonds on and off the field.
By William H. (William Hanford) Edwards
Cricket
** Discover how a simple pastime transformed into the structured sport of cricket, examining its rules, evolutions, and early pioneers.
By A. G. (Allan Gibson) Steel
Croquet: As played by the Newport Croquet Club
Discover the refined rules and secrets of a classic outdoor game with guidance from a prestigious social club.
By Anonymous
Games for Everybody
Discover a treasure trove of entertaining games designed to liven up any gathering, promising laughter and connection through simple, engaging activities for all ages.
By Mary Christiana Hofmann
Captains of Harley: A School Story
At Harley School, witness the trials and triumphs of young boys as they navigate friendships and rivalries on the sports field.
By Hylton Cleaver
Wild Northern Scenes; Or, Sporting Adventures with the Rifle and the Rod
Escape with a group of friends into the untamed wilderness for thrilling hunting and fishing escapades, where nature's beauty meets the spirit of adventure.
By S. H. (Samuel H.) Hammond
Fisherman's Luck and Some Other Uncertain Things
Go on a journey where nature unveils life's unexpected lessons through the quiet art of fishing.
By Henry Van Dyke
The day's play
In a world of wit and whimsy, friends gather for a day of cricket, where boasts and challenges lead to humorous encounters and lighthearted competition.
By A. A. (Alan Alexander) Milne
Hand-book for Horsewomen
** Discover how women can defy expectations and achieve equestrian excellence through proper training, technique, and tailored riding styles.
By H. L. de (Henry L. de) Bussigny
Base-ball : $b How to become a player, with the origin, history and explanation of the game
Discover the origins and secrets of a treasured American pastime from a player who reveals the path to mastering the game.
By John Montgomery Ward
The Green Flag, and Other Stories of War and Sport
Amidst war and historical clashes, conflict arises when soldiers' personal honor is pitted against duty, leading to difficult allegiances.
By Arthur Conan Doyle
Sport in Vancouver and Newfoundland
Embark on thrilling fishing and hunting adventures in early 20th-century Vancouver and Newfoundland through the eyes of an eager traveler facing both the joys and challenges of exploring untamed landscapes.
By John Godfrey Rogers
Jane Allen, Center
A young woman says goodbye to her cherished home and family, embarks on a journey of self-discovery, and navigates the twists of fate as she comes of age in college.
By Edith Bancroft
Introduction to the Compleat Angler
Discover the life of a simple man who found joy in nature, friendship, and the peaceful art of angling, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire.
By Andrew Lang
Lawn Tennis for Ladies
Discover how to master lawn tennis, while defying old-fashioned ideas about what women can achieve.
By Mrs. Lambert Chambers
Black Bass Where to catch them in quantity within an hour's ride from New York
Discover how to find secret fishing spots near New York, choose the right bait, and become a black bass master with insider tips from an experienced angler of the late 1800s.
By Charles Barker Bradford
The Book of the Sailboat: How to rig, sail and handle small boats
Discover the secrets of the seas as you journey through the evolution of sailboats, mastering the skills to command your own vessel with confidence.
By A. Hyatt (Alpheus Hyatt) Verrill
Frank Armstrong, Drop Kicker
A brave young boy and his friends dive headfirst into a summer business venture, only to find that a heroic act brings unexpected help and opportunity.
By Matthew M. Colton
Fifty Years of Golf
** Experience golf's remarkable rise from a niche pastime to a national phenomenon through the eyes of a man who lived and breathed the sport for half a century.
By Horace G. (Horace Gordon) Hutchinson