The Compleat Angler or the Contemplative Man's Recreation Being a Discourse of Rivers Fishponds Fish and Fishing Not Unworthy the Perusal of Most Anglers

covers show some handling and very light soiling, spine darkened corners a bit worn. gift inscription on front inner cover dated 1932. "The Publishers acknowledge the courtesy of Messrs John Lane the Bodley Head, Limited, in permitting the use of their edition edited by Richard Le Gallienne, first published in 1897. The text is from the fifth edition of 1676, the last to be revised by the author, but the spelling is modernized." 224 pages. all plates present. a much sought after book. ; 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 ".