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
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
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
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 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
The High School Pitcher; or, Dick & Co. on the Gridley Diamond
In a whirlwind of teenage antics, a group of friends plot pranks, chase baseball glory, and face off against rivals, defining their high school years.
By H. Irving (Harrie Irving) Hancock
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
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
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
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
Favorite Fish and Fishing
Journey into the early 20th century to discover the art of angling and the secrets to capturing the most prized game fish.
By James A. (James Alexander) Henshall
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
The Cricket Field: Or, the History and Science of the Game of Cricket
Uncover the secrets and evolution of England's national pastime, where history and science collide on the cricket field.
By James Pycroft
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
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
Lawn Tennis for Ladies
Discover how to master lawn tennis, while defying old-fashioned ideas about what women can achieve.
By Mrs. Lambert Chambers
Base-ball Ballads
Step up to the plate and experience baseball’s greatest moments through poetry.
By Grantland Rice