Hop-scotch to hare-and-hounds, conjuring to chemistry, rabbits to rowing — the complete Victorian repertoire of things for a boy to do, set down with rules and diagrams.

Introduction

2 pages in this part of Every Boy's Book.

Introduction (OUR young friends ought)

OUR young friends ought to know, not only how to ride, but also how to drive. From the very earliest times, horse and chariot races were…

Introduction (Study of Gymnastics)

THE study of Gymnastics is of the utmost importance to young persons, as its object is to call into exercise, and to train to perfection…

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