Favorite Fish and Fishing

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Henshall, James A. (James Alexander), 1836-1925.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Favorite Fish and Fishing" by James A. Henshall is a comprehensive guide on fishing techniques and various species of fish, written in the early 20th century. This publication likely emphasizes the joy and challenges of angling, particularly focusing on popular game fish like the black bass, trout, and grayling. The book seeks to capture the essence of fishing as both a sport and a connection to nature, catering to both seasoned anglers and newcomers alike. The opening portion explores the nostalgic aspects and philosophies surrounding fishing, specifically black bass fishing. It discusses the excitement and anticipation that accompanies the arrival of the fishing season, highlighting the memorable experiences of anglers, particularly young boys on their first fishing outings. The text reflects on the contrasts between traditional angling and modern fishing practices, emphasizing the ethical considerations of the sport and the preferences of fish species. Ultimately, it sets a tone of appreciation for the art of fishing, encouraging readers to engage with nature while pursuing their angling adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The black bass: the game-fish of the people

The grayling: the flower of fishes

The trout: the angler's pride

His majesty: the silver king

Florida fish and fishing.

Credits:

Produced by Greg Bergquist, Sandra Eder, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-09-23