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Publication Date
2015-04-07
Pages
224
ISBN
1617691461

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Abrams, Inc.
ISBN-10
1617691461
ISBN-13
9781617691461
eBay Product ID (ePID)
204312528

Product Key Features

Book Title
History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Topic
Outdoor Skills, History, Fishing
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Author
Ian Whitelaw
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
24.5 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6.8 in

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Trade
LCCN
2014-942977
Reviews
This glorious book of lures will get you itching for a new toy, a new boat, a new rod--anything to experience the relaxation of this old hobby.
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
799.12/4
Synopsis
A New York Times bestseller, The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies recounts the history of a sport that dates back 2,000 years, focusing on milestone flies from the first feathered hook to contemporary patterns using cutting-edge materials. The evolution of this captivating sport is enjoyably captured in this book, making it a handsome gift, whether for yourself or the fly-fisher in your life. "This glorious book of lures will get you itching for a new toy, a new boat, a new rod--anything to experience the relaxation of this old hobby."* From the Catskills, the birthplace of American fly-fishing, to the wide rivers of the American West, to overseas fishing hot spots like New Zealand and Iceland, Ian Whitelaw's fly-fishing history book features profiles of the key characters involved, tying tips, photographs and illustrations of the flies, and detailed explanations of the techniques used to fish them. Among the countless fly patterns created over the centuries, these 50 have been carefully chosen to represent the development not only of the flies themselves but also of fly-fishing techniques--and of rods, lines, and reels. These iconic flies also chart the spread of this addictive sport from its modern origins on the chalk streams of Southern England and the rivers of Scotland to the US, Europe, South America, Australia, and now to nearly every country in the world. Featured here are: * Stewart's Black Spider, Lady Caroline, Royal Coachman * Bass Popper, Adams, Gray Wulff, Muddler Minnow, Tom Thumb * Lefty's Deceiver, Dave's Hopper, Syl's Midge, Ice Cream Cone * Deer Hair Emerger, Bionic Bug, Takayama Sakasa Kebari * And dozens more! *Foreword Reviews, New York Times Bestseller The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies recounts the history of a sport that dates back 2,000 years, focusing on milestone flies from the first feathered hook to contemporary patterns using cutting-edge materials. Among the countless fly patterns created over the centuries, these 50 have been carefully chosen to represent the development not only of the flies themselves, but also of fly-fishing techniques--and of rods, lines, and reels. These iconic flies also chart the spread of this addictive sport from its modern origins on the chalk streams of southern England and the rivers of Scotland to the U.S., Europe, South America, Australia, and now to every country in the world. Filled with profiles of the key characters involved, tying tips, photographs and illustrations of the flies, and detailed explanations of the techniques used to fish them, The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies is a fascinating companion to the evolution of this fascinating sport.
LC Classification Number
SH456.W448 2015

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      It has a comprehensive explanation of the history and background of each fly. Some flies include the designer and how it's evolved over time, with materials, shape and colors. A great book for a fly fisherman (fisherwoman) and anyone who fly ties.

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