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Title: The art of angling : wherein are discovered many rare secrets, very necessary to be known by all that delight in that recreation
Credits:
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan 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.)
Summary: "The Art of Angling" by Thomas Barker is a comprehensive guide on the techniques and practices of fishing, written during the mid-17th century. This book serves as an instructional publication that aims to teach readers about various fishing methods, the proper use of tackle and bait, and the best times and seasons for fishing. Its content revolves around the enjoyment and skill of fishing as a recreation. In this thorough treatise, Barker shares his extensive knowledge and personal experiences accumulated over decades of angling. He covers a broad range of topics, from selecting the right rod and line to the intricacies of baiting techniques for different fish species. The book includes specific advice on fishing for trout, carp, perch, and pike, and offers detailed instructions on making fishing flies and baits, ensuring that both novice and experienced anglers can benefit. Additionally, Barker emphasizes the importance of understanding environmental conditions, showing how factors like weather and seasonal changes can influence fishing success. Through his words, readers gain insight into both the technical aspects of fishing and its enjoyment as a pastime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Barker, Thomas, active 1651
EBook No.: 26116
Published: Jul 24, 2008
Downloads: 114
Language: English
Subject: Fishing
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The art of angling : wherein are discovered many rare secrets, very necessary to be known by all that delight in that recreation
Credits:
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan 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.)
Summary: "The Art of Angling" by Thomas Barker is a comprehensive guide on the techniques and practices of fishing, written during the mid-17th century. This book serves as an instructional publication that aims to teach readers about various fishing methods, the proper use of tackle and bait, and the best times and seasons for fishing. Its content revolves around the enjoyment and skill of fishing as a recreation. In this thorough treatise, Barker shares his extensive knowledge and personal experiences accumulated over decades of angling. He covers a broad range of topics, from selecting the right rod and line to the intricacies of baiting techniques for different fish species. The book includes specific advice on fishing for trout, carp, perch, and pike, and offers detailed instructions on making fishing flies and baits, ensuring that both novice and experienced anglers can benefit. Additionally, Barker emphasizes the importance of understanding environmental conditions, showing how factors like weather and seasonal changes can influence fishing success. Through his words, readers gain insight into both the technical aspects of fishing and its enjoyment as a pastime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Barker, Thomas, active 1651
EBook No.: 26116
Published: Jul 24, 2008
Downloads: 114
Language: English
Subject: Fishing
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.