Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
The ultimate book for fly-fishing enthusiasts, featuring stunning photography of flies and the fishermen who use them.
Features a foreword by President Jimmy Carter
For the millions of fly fishermen who are passionate about their sport, this gorgeous book is both a visual feast and the perfect reference. The Art of the Fishing Fly includes a fly-tying primer and a history of the sport focusing on the evolution of fishing flies. The heart of the book comprises more than 140 profiles of flies--the soul of the sport--with absolutely stunning color photographs of each fly, fascinating stories behind the flies, and inspirational photographs of fly fisherman in action.