The Art and Science of Fly Fishing

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Summary: Detailed, informative, and interesting
Review: Great book for the novice or beginner. Details equipment, casting, reading water, flies, and so much more! A recommended buy (I got mine used for a $1).

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Summary: Thoughtful, experienced based advice
Review: Now in its third edition, The Art And Science Of Fly Fishing offers simple and clear instructions from Lenox Dick, a veteran fly fisher who wrote with the goal of inducting novices into this exciting and rewarding sport. From the basics of tackle and casting to wading, fishing sink-tip lines, nymph fishing, and more, The Art And Science Of Fly Fishing covers just about everything an enthusiastic fly fisher could or would need to know. Black-and-white illustrations and photographs add a useful visual touch to the straightforward "user friendly" guidelines and thoughtful, experienced based advice.