The Origins of Angling

Embark on a scholarly and fascinating journey through the history of the sport with John McDonald's authoritative volume, The Origins of Angling! This foundational work meticulously traces the development of fishing, from its earliest known mentions in ancient literature and art through the medieval period and up to the publishing of the seminal Treatise of Fishing with an Angle. McDonald's engaging narrative and rigorous research illuminate the evolution of tackle, techniques, and the very philosophy of angling, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the sport's heritage. This is a definitive and scholarly book that reveals how a necessary skill became the beloved pastime it is today.

Hardcover
Book Condition: Good
Jacket Condition: NA
ISBN: NA
Publisher: Doubleday
Published Date: 1963

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