Fishing with the Fly by C. F. Orvis and A. Nelson Cheney

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Compiler Orvis, C. F. (Charles F.)
Compiler Cheney, A. Nelson
LoC No. 12037413
Title Fishing with the Fly
Sketches by Lovers of the Art, with Illustrations of Standard Flies
Note Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger from page images generously
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Summary "Fishing with the Fly" by Charles F. Orvis and Others is a guidebook on the art of fly fishing, written in the late 19th century. This work explores various techniques, equipment, and methods related to fly fishing, particularly focusing on salmon fishing in North American waters. It embodies a passion for the sport while providing practical advice and poetic musings about the natural beauty and excitement of the angling experience. The opening of the book sets a reflective and enthusiastic tone, contemplating the allure of salmon fishing and detailing the experiences of a skilled angler. The text vividly describes the behavior of salmon in the river, capturing the anticipation and excitement of fishing during their seasonal runs. There is an emphasis on the mastery required to tackle such noble fish and the joy it brings to both seasoned anglers and casual enthusiasts alike. Through charming descriptions of the fishing environment, the narrative invites readers to appreciate the interplay of nature and the skill involved in the pursuit of salmon with a fly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SH: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Subject Flies, Artificial
Subject Fly fishing
Category Text
EBook-No. 46680
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 8, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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