The Compleat Angler, or the Contemplative Man's Recreation, being a discourse of rivers, fish-ponds, fish and fishing

Published by Field & Tuer; Simpkin; Hamilton, London, 1900

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Seller: The Book Lair, ABAA, Pleasanton, CA, U.S.A.The Book Lair, ABAA

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London: Henry Frowde, ca 1900. Approximately 1 1/4 x 2". 588 pp. Rare in Miniature Book format. Black leather over boards with gilt title in panel on spine, gilt top edge, frontispiece with no tissue guard and minor tear, Oxford University Press Warehouse Amen Corner E.C., based on fifth edition on India paper, final page separated but still included, in very good+ condition. (Welsh 7030, Bondy p. 117, Coigney 204)Subtitled "The Contemplative Man's Recreation, Being a Discourse of Rivers, Fishponds, Fish and Fishing, not unworthy the Perusal of most Anglers." The Compleat Angler is a practical guide to the art of angling, or fishing; however, it also has political and historical underpinnings. What sets "The Compleat Angler" apart from other practical handbooks and puts it firmly in the realm of literature is its delightful style that is technically polished and charming to read and its abundance of insight into human nature.

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Title
The Compleat Angler, or the Contemplative Man's Recreation, being a discourse of rivers, fish-ponds, fish and fishing
Author
Izaak Walton
Publisher
Field & Tuer; Simpkin; Hamilton, London
Publication year
1900
Condition
Very good
Binding
Hardcover

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The Book Lair deals in rare and/or interesting items in many fields with a focus on 19th and 20th century illustrated books, particularly those by Arthur , Edward Gorey, and Gustav Doré. We are especially interested in unique cook books, children?s books, Californiana, and miniatures. We also buy and sell ephemera, photography, manuscript material, diaries and letter archives, and business archives in any field. If it tells a strong story, we're interested.

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