SMALL WATER TROUT FISHING. By Charles Jardine.

1994 1st edition. 4to (192 x 256mm). Pp144. Colour plates of flies, colour and b/w photographs, illustrations. Green cloth, spine titled in gilt.

"The small stillwater is more than just a spin-off from the big waters - it is a world of endless variety, tactical variance and often extreme excitement. ...In this book, Charles Jardine sets out to put this neglected branch of fishing firmly on the map, giving the reader the benefit of his experience as a world-beating fly fisherman and game angling instructor. Part One begins with a survey of the basic kit... before examining in detail the more specialist equipment and tactics of dry fly, lure and nymph fishing. ...The section concludes with a study of casting techniques in difficult conditions... Part Two provides an invaluable guide to the fisherman who really wants to know what the trout is after, and how to imitate the colours, silhouette and movement of the natural insect. Patterns for each insect are given in an appendix. Part Three leads you through the fishing year, giving advice on the best approach to take for each month. Tactics are discussed for both clear and opaque waters... Effective dressings for each month are also in the appendix at the back of the book. This is a book for the serious angler - one who is prepared to meet the complex challenge of the small stillwaters and the often wily fish who inhabit them". Chapters include:- Tackle and technology; Approaches to trout fishing; Advanced casting techniques; Introduction to the natural fly; Small stillwater fishing; Spring; Summer; Autumn and winter.