THE FISHERMAN'S COMPANION. By John Buckland.

(1990) 2005 new edition. Oblong 4to (265 x 200mm). Pp127. Colour plates and b/w illustrations throughout, decorative end-papers. Pictorial laminated boards.

A very attractive book, beautifully illustrated from old coloured prints, post-cards and catalogues. "Ever since Izaak Walton wrote The Compleat Angler, men have loved to browse through books on fishing, dreaming of past conquests, planning future trips, or simply reading about other people's exploits. This beautiful book will delight any fisherman, whether sitting in comfort at home, or waiting by his favourite pool. Using a wealth of illustrations from original sources, it evokes the timeless pleasures of fishing, reminding us that for centuries this has been one of man's favourite sports... Written mostly from personal experience, this is a fascinating record of fly-fishing from Alaska to Florida, and from Finland to Spain. Illustrated with beautiful colour pictures of faraway fishing spots, this is the perfect book for the armchair sportsman!"