Shooting and Fishing in the Rivers, Prairies, and Backwoods of North America, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Benedict Henry Révoil

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331925788 ISBN 13: 9780331925784

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the science and spectacle of North American fisheries through a vividly told travelogue.

This volume gathers eye‑opening notes on coast and river life, describing fish of every kind, the seasons that shape catching, and the people who work the water with skill and humor. Rich in anecdote, it blends practical detail with memorable encounters across the Mississippi, Hudson, St. Lawrence, and beyond.

From drum fish and the singing musician fish to squirt‑gun shaped predators, the author shares what he observed while exploring North American waters. The book balances technical descriptions with lively travel scenes, offering a front‑row view of fishing culture, wild landscapes, and the pleasures—and perils—of a life spent on the water.

• Entertaining, accessible essays on a wide array of fish and their habits
• Vivid scenes from boats, rivers, and coastal bays across North America
• Practical snippets about gear, seasons, and methods used by anglers
• Personal reflections on travel, memory, and the lure of the outdoors

Ideal for readers who enjoy travel writing, natural history, and stories of life along America’s waters.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331925788
• ISBN 13: 9780331925784
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 294