The Compleat Angler, or the Contemplative Man's Recreation, being a discourse of rivers, fish-ponds, fish and fishing
Published by Field & Tuer; Simpkin; Hamilton, London, 1900
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: The Book Lair, ABAA, Pleasanton, CA, U.S.A.The Book Lair, ABAA
AbeBooks seller since June 1, 2016
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 300.00
Quantity: 1 available
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London: Henry Frowde, ca 1900. Approximately 1 1/4 x 2". 588 pp. Rare in Miniature Book format. Black leather over boards with gilt title in panel on spine, gilt top edge, frontispiece with no tissue guard and minor tear, Oxford University Press Warehouse Amen Corner E.C., based on fifth edition on India paper, final page separated but still included, in very good+ condition. (Welsh 7030, Bondy p. 117, Coigney 204)Subtitled "The Contemplative Man's Recreation, Being a Discourse of Rivers, Fishponds, Fish and Fishing, not unworthy the Perusal of most Anglers." The Compleat Angler is a practical guide to the art of angling, or fishing; however, it also has political and historical underpinnings. What sets "The Compleat Angler" apart from other practical handbooks and puts it firmly in the realm of literature is its delightful style that is technically polished and charming to read and its abundance of insight into human nature.
Seller Inventory # BL-001769
Bibliographic details
- Title
- The Compleat Angler, or the Contemplative Man's Recreation, being a discourse of rivers, fish-ponds, fish and fishing
- Author
- Izaak Walton
- Publisher
- Field & Tuer; Simpkin; Hamilton, London
- Publication year
- 1900
- Condition
- Very good
- Binding
- Hardcover
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CA, U.S.A.
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