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The Angler's Assistant; Comprising Practical Directions for Bottom-Fishing, Trolling, &c., ..... a Descriptive Account of the Habits and Haunts of Fish, .....Streams in England
by Carpenter , William
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- Very Good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good/No Dust Jacket Issued
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About This Item
London: David Bogue, 1848. First Edition, First Printing. A Very Good Hardcover. Very Good/No Dust Jacket Issued.
Publisher's gilt and blind-stamped decorated green cloth with gilt-stamped illustrated spine. Bindings tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. Spine Sun-faded. First Edition, First Printing. 12mo. 6.75 inches tall; viii, 153 pp. Illustrated from wood engravings, vignettes.
A handsome collectible copy.
REF: Westwood & Satchell, 50; Albee, 34; Heckscher 357. Originally published in 1848, this classic guide provides historical, practical, and invaluable directions for bottom-fishing and trolling. Dive into the depths of angling techniques as Carpenter shares his expertise and insights still relevant to help you become a master angler.
From choosing the right bait to perfecting your casting technique, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to enhance their fishing skills and experience unforgettable moments by the water's edge.
FULL TITLE:
The Angler's Assistant; Comprising Practical Directions for Bottom-Fishing, Trolling, &c., with Ample Instructions for the Preparation & Use of Tackle and Baits; a Descriptive Account of the Habits and Haunts of Fish, and a Geographical and Ichthyological Account of the Principal Rivers & Streams in England.
Publisher's gilt and blind-stamped decorated green cloth with gilt-stamped illustrated spine. Bindings tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. Spine Sun-faded. First Edition, First Printing. 12mo. 6.75 inches tall; viii, 153 pp. Illustrated from wood engravings, vignettes.
A handsome collectible copy.
REF: Westwood & Satchell, 50; Albee, 34; Heckscher 357. Originally published in 1848, this classic guide provides historical, practical, and invaluable directions for bottom-fishing and trolling. Dive into the depths of angling techniques as Carpenter shares his expertise and insights still relevant to help you become a master angler.
From choosing the right bait to perfecting your casting technique, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to enhance their fishing skills and experience unforgettable moments by the water's edge.
FULL TITLE:
The Angler's Assistant; Comprising Practical Directions for Bottom-Fishing, Trolling, &c., with Ample Instructions for the Preparation & Use of Tackle and Baits; a Descriptive Account of the Habits and Haunts of Fish, and a Geographical and Ichthyological Account of the Principal Rivers & Streams in England.
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- Title
- The Angler's Assistant; Comprising Practical Directions for Bottom-Fishing, Trolling, &c., ..... a Descriptive Account of the Habits and Haunts of Fish, .....Streams in England
- Author
- Carpenter , William
- Format/Binding
- A Very Good Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- No Dust Jacket Issued
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition, First Printing
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- David Bogue
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1848
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Keywords
- Fishing; Angling; Bottom fishing, England; Trolling
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