Excerpt from The Dry Fly and Fast Water: Fishing With the Floating Fly on American Trout Streams, Together With Some, Observations on Fly Fishing in General
To expound a theory into willing ears upon a trout stream is one thing; to put those same ideas into writing so that they may be intel ligently conveyed to one who reads them is quite a different thing. Of this I am convinced. However this may be, my readiness to do the one induced in some of my angling friends the belief that I could do the other. They insisted that I try - and this book is the result. My ex perience in preparing these pages has filled me with the profoundest respect for those persons who may be truthfully characterised as authors. I began the work with a good deal of timidity, and, as it now appears to me, considerable temerity. After completing the task to the best of my ability I submitted the manuscript to some of my credulous friends. Strange to say, after reading it, even then they insisted that I publish it. By this decision it seems to me they proved two things - their friendship for me and their absolute unfitness to be literary critics.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the refined technique of dry fly fishing for trout, where anglers cast a fly that floats on the water's surface, imitating natural insects. The author shares their extensive experience, emphasizing the importance of studying trout behavior, selecting the right fly, and mastering casting techniques. The book traces the historical evolution of dry fly fishing, showcasing its origins in England and its gradual adoption in other countries. It explores the nuances of trout feeding habits, providing insights into their preferences and the best strategies for presenting flies. The author's personal anecdotes and detailed descriptions of successful fishing expeditions offer a captivating journey into the world of dry fly fishing. Ultimately, the book highlights the thrill and satisfaction of this specialized angling method, encouraging readers to embrace the challenge and experience the unique joys of dry fly fishing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330341834_0
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