THE COMPLETE FISHERMAN. By Walter M. Gallichan. Illustrated.

1907 1st edition. 8vo (128 x 193mm). Ppvii,216. B/w illustrations. Red yapp-edged cloth, upper board titled in gilt with black illustration of fish, rod, net and creel, spine titled in black with black illustration of fish and rod.

A guide to all branches of angling - fly and bait, trout, salmon, coarse and sea fishing". No man can hope to become a past-master of every branch of angling. But it is quite possible to attain proficiency in several styles of fishing; and the fisherman who can lure roach from a clear pond, cast a fly for trout upon a pellucid stream, and reel for mackerel in the bay, need never be at a loss for wholesome outdoor recreation throughout the year". Chapters include:- The principles of fly-fishing; Generalisations upon bait or bottom fishing; Salmon and sea trout; Brown trout and grayling; How to fish for pike and perch; Roach and bream; Carp and tench fishing; Barbel; Notes on chubbing; Dace fishing; Minor freshwater fish; Sea-fishing gear; Bass and pollack fishing; Other sea fish; Preservation and close times.