This practical manual provides sound principles and correct instruction in the fascinating art of Fly-fishing With eight coloured plates containing one hundred and seventeen specimens of natural and artificial flies, materials, etc. And four plates illustrating fishes, baiting etc. Originally published in 1861, this book will be of interest to the historian and enthusiast of the sport. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original artwork and text.