BOB CHURCH'S GUIDE TO TROUT FLIES. By Bob Church.

(1987) 1994 reprint. Large 8vo (164 x 234mm). Pp238,ad. Colour plates of flies. Dark blue cloth, spine titled in gilt.

Predominantly flies for stillwater fishing. This was the first in the excellent series which now includes John Robert's "Guide to river trout flies", Buckland and Oglesby's "Guide to salmon flies" and Church's "Guide to new fly patterns". The patterns are classified into: Lures; Wet flies; Nymphs; Dry flies. Some noted anglers contribute their own favourite selections of flies proven in action. Contributors include: Stuart Billam, Peter Gathercole, Brian Gent, Sid Knight, Raphael Madriago, Bob Morey, Steve Parton, Alan Pearson, plus Bob Church's recommendations for Irish flies, and sea trout favourites.