(1877) 1883 2nd edition. Horace Cox. [The Field]. London. Ppviii,162. 4 engraved plates of tackle, publisher's pictorial light green cloth gilt. 1st issue without catalogue at rear. Tear to title-page. Inner hinges tender. Cloth quite used.
Notes: Francis's attempt to offer a cheaper alternative to "A book on angling". Covers all aspects of 19th century coarse and game fishing.