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"British Game Fowl" by Ian Kay

"British Game Fowl" by Ian Kay covers the history and development of Game Fowl in the UK. From the birds brought to these shores by the Romans and Phoenicians, early cockfighting and Game Fowl Clubs, through to the current exhibition breeds of Modern, Cornish/Indian, Oxford and Carlisle Game. We also have a look at Game in Australia.

With over 35,000 words, supported by nearly 300 colour and sepia photographs, many of these from the 1930s that have never been published before, British Game Fowl is not just historical, it is Heritage, which will appeal to both new and experienced breeders and exhibitors, providing tips on exhibition and breeding pens.

Not only will you enjoy reading the content, you will be able to admire the wonderful photographs, probably for many, many years to come.

Over 300 colour and sepia photographs

Price £19.99 plus £3.75 P&P

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Reviews of British Game Fowl by Ian Kay:

"Most Excellent Book...

Ian Kay's book 'Stairway to the Breeds', published in 1997 was regarded by many as one of the finest poultry books ever published - this one, 'British Game Fowl', is in my view, certainly its equal.
As someone who began my showing career in 1947 with Old English Game Spangle bantams before switching to Soft-feather, I have over the past near 50 years, always been an admirer of Game Fowl though not a breeder of them.

Having read this most excellent book I can only describe it in one word "FASCINATING". It covers everything its title states - History, Characters of bygone days, current exhibitors, show & standards of Large Game, Game bantams, Indian/Cornish Game and Modern Game. Furthermore, it is supported by a wealth of QULAITY PHOTOGRAPHS rarely seen.

I congratulate Ian, (incidentally no relation) on this superb book and I enthusiastically commend it to you.

David Kay - Leading Poultry Exhibitor, Breeder, and Judge"


"Passion for Game Fowl

My overall impression is that Ian Kay produced this book to indulge his own passion for Game Fowl, particularly the Oxford type, but in so doing has provided we fanciers with invaluable insights into all breeds of British Game Fowl, well supported by photographs, articles and anecdotes.

I particularly liked his use of the Rice photographs, well he would, wouldn't he, which allows comparison of birds of the 1930's with present day birds, where certainly in the case of the Oxford and Modern Game, there are no obvious differences between the birds shown in photographs taken 70 odd years apart. The text is also enjoyable being full of anecdotes and articles on the personalities within the breeds, and the strains or individual birds they bred or developed.

Overall, an enjoyable book that will be well appreciated by all of us of like persuasion, or even with just a passing interest in Game Fowl.

John James - Leading Poultry Breeder"


"Another Excellent Poultry Book

Another excellent poultry book from the Kay household, as you would expect from the author, it is well researched and written, giving in-depth insight into the world of gamefowl, from their earliest origins to todays bird.

Each section is full of information and provides a fascinating insight on the bird, which will prove invaluable to the experienced breeder or the backyard hobbyist alike.

But not only is this a well written book on gamefowl their origins, improvement and development into todays birds, it is full of photographs both in black and white showing the early birds of yester-year in all their glory, but also lots of colour photos too, of todays top winning birds from the countrys leading shows, the photos and text are blended well to give a pictorial description of each type of bird that accompanies the text well.

It has been a pleasure to be asked to contribute photographs too this book, which in my opinion is a must for all game enthusiasts.

Rupert Stephenson, Poultry Photographer"


"Thoroughly Recommended

I read this book with great pleasure. One thing that the author Ian Kay can always be relied upon is that his research on a given subject will be factual and meticulous and well laid out.

This book will be of value to both novice and experienced game fowl breeders alike, as there is much of interest to be found between its covers and it is very well illustrated throughout.

I especially liked the A4 format that the book is presented in, making the text easy to read and the many photographs simple to study and compare. I thoroughly recommended it.

Jennifer O'Sullivan - The Modern Game Club Secretary"

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