The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies

Ian Whitelaw, Julie Spyropoulos

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English

Stewart, Tabori, & Chang
07 April 2015

Sports & outdoor recreation; Fishing, angling

New York Times Bestseller

The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies recounts the history of a sport that dates back 2,000 years, focusing on milestone flies from the first feathered hook to contemporary patterns using cutting-edge materials. Among the countless fly patterns created over the centuries, these 50 have been carefully chosen to represent the development not only of the flies themselves, but also of fly-fishing techniques—and of rods, lines, and reels. These iconic flies also chart the spread of this addictive sport from its modern origins on the chalk streams of southern England and the rivers of Scotland to the U.S., Europe, South America, Australia, and now to every country in the world. Filled with profiles of the key characters involved, tying tips, photographs and illustrations of the flies, and detailed explanations of the techniques used to fish them, The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies is a fascinating companion to the evolution of this fascinating sport.

By: Ian Whitelaw
Illustrated by: Julie Spyropoulos
Imprint: Stewart, Tabori, & Chang
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 708g
ISBN: 9781617691461
ISBN 10: 1617691461
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 07 April 2015
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ian Whitelaw, a freelance writer based in British Columbia, has been a regular contributor of articles to fly-fishing websites and magazines and has been the contributing editor on more than a dozen books on fishing for major publishers.

Reviews for The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies

A delightful ramble along the stream of fishing history. -- Star Tribune This glorious book of lures will get you itching for a new toy, a new boat, a new rod--anything to experience the relaxation of this old hobby. -- Foreword Reviews