Coffee Table Book of: The River’s Edge (Hardcover)

Description

Coffee Table Book of: The River’s Edge. Fly fishing begins with close attention to water. Clear riffles, shaded pools, gravel bars and smooth glides offer different views of a stream through the seasons.

The small objects of the craft receive the same attention. Reels, line, feathers and tying tools rest on plain surfaces, their shapes set against linen, slate and wood. A woven creel and a landing net recall the walk from the bench to the bank.

Trout and aquatic insects connect the tackle to the stream. Quiet scenes of reeds, fallen leaves and changing light leave room to look slowly.

Short notes run through the book, on river currents, aquatic life and the materials of the craft: a reel stores fly line and releases it when more length is needed, willow can be woven into a light basket for carrying fishing gear, cork is used to make a light and comfortable rod grip, and a small clipper trims the loose end of a leader connection.

Printed in full colour on heavy 150gsm coated paper at 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches), as a hardcover with the art printed on the case.