The Royal Pastime of Cock-fighting The art of breeding, feeding, fighting, and curing cocks of the game
by R. H. (Robert Howlett)
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The title "The Royal Pastime" suggests a particular social standing for cockfighting. How does Howlett's portrayal of the sport illuminate the social values and class distinctions of his era?
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Howlett meticulously details the "art of breeding, feeding, fighting, and curing" the cocks. What kind of relationship does this suggest between the human practitioner and the animal? How does this compare to modern human-animal interactions you observe or participate in, whether in sport, agriculture, or companionship?
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Reading a historical manual on cockfighting today inevitably brings modern ethical considerations to the forefront. How does Howlett's text implicitly or explicitly address the morality or ethics of the sport from his contemporary perspective? What does this reveal about shifting societal views on animal welfare?
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