Lawn-tennis

"Lawn-tennis" by James Dwight is an instructive manual from the 1800s that teaches beginners the ins and outs of lawn tennis, offering advice on how to play well from the start. Aimed at newcomers to the game, it shares tips and tricks for effective play. It covers tips to learn such as observing expert players and practicing hitting against a wall to refine skills, and also important techniques like serving and volleying, as well as where to stand on the court. Dwight’s manual stresses the need for a solid base in both how to hit the ball and how to play the game, ensuring prospective tennis players begin their journey into the sport with confidence.