The definitive reference book on trout fly patterns for all fly fishermen, whether on river or still water. This comprehensive guide describes over 1000 dressings -- 480 of which are illustrated in full color and the text is full of authoritative advice on fly tying and fishing methods.

Fly-fishing has one of the longest recorded histories of any pastime, and one of the most extensive literatures. A Dictionary of Fly-Fishing is the complete angler's guide to the language and history of fly-fishing. Offering an authoritative and entertaining look at the words and phrases associated with fly-fishing, and enhanced with generous quotations from sports literature, A Dictionary of Fly-Fishing is the complete angler's guide to the language and history of this entertaining and technical sport. Offering many curiosities and many rewards, this is the ideal book for the lover of words, as well as the complete angler.

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