F. Iliadis - Hunter's Diary (Ημερολόγιον του Κυνηγού) - 1927

A scarce and highly desirable first edition of "Ημερολόγιον του Κυνηγού" (Hunter's Diary) by F. Iliadis (Φ. Ηλιάδης), published in 1927 by the renowned Zikakis Publishing House.

This fascinating volume is among the early Greek publications dedicated exclusively to hunting and rural outdoor life, offering a rich combination of practical knowledge, hunting lore, field experiences, and traditional culture.

Far more than a simple hunting manual, the book serves as a valuable historical document of hunting practices in Greece during the first decades of the twentieth century.

Contents

The volume includes:

Hunting methods and techniques
Hunting stories and field experiences
Traditional hunting songs
Information on hunting regions throughout Greece
Advice and observations regarding hunting dogs
Practical guidance for hunters
Illustrated sections

The work provides a unique insight into the traditions, customs, and sporting culture of interwar Greece and is an important reference for collectors of hunting literature and rural history.

Bibliographic Details
Title: Ημερολόγιον του Κυνηγού (Hunter's Diary)
Author: F. Iliadis (Φ. Ηλιάδης)
Publisher: Zikakis Publishing House
Place of Publication: Greece
Year: 1927
Edition: First Edition
Language: Greek
Binding: Original cloth-bound hardcover
Pages: 306
Dimensions: 17.5 cm × 12.5 cm
Illustrated
Historical Significance

Books on hunting published in Greece during the 1920s are increasingly difficult to locate, particularly in complete and well-preserved condition. This volume captures a period when hunting was closely connected to rural life, local traditions, and the natural environment.

Its combination of practical instruction, folklore, songs, and geographical information makes it especially appealing as both a sporting and cultural artifact.

Condition

Good (+) Vintage Condition. Please refer carefully to the photographs for the most accurate assessment of condition.
The book remains a very attractive example of an increasingly scarce Greek hunting publication from the interwar period.

Collector's Note

An excellent acquisition for collectors of:

Hunting literature
Sporting books
Outdoor and field sports history
Greek folklore
Rural life and traditions
Interwar Greek publications
Illustrated books

A rare survivor from the golden age of hunting literature in Greece.

The book will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking.