First trade edition (there was also a de luxe edition of 150 numbered copies) with copious chapter head and tailpieces, illuminated initials and charming illustrations in the text plus several full page examples. Demy 8vo (215 x 145 mm); vi, (2), 212 pp. Original dark blue cloth with gilt lettering to the front and spine; tips of corners a tad bumped; top edges gilt; orig. floral endpapers. Ownership inscription of Percy Wadham, Waltondale, Newport, Isle of Wight, dated 1899. A near Fine copy. Seller Inventory # 14056

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Title: MAKING A FISHERY

Publisher: London : Horace Cox

Publication Date: 1895

Binding: Hardcover

Edition: 1st Edition

Book Type: Book

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