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Gapen, Dan – RIVER FISHING – 1978 1st ed. – 281p – Privately Printed, MN – Dan Gapen is well known as the angler who popularized the Muddler Minnow pattern. This is Dan’s first book and it just reeks of his love for rivers and the fish they hold. Included tips on angling of all types on all types of rivers. Priceless techniques throughout. – Signed and Inscribed – fine in rubbed but otherwise fine jacket - $30.00
Gapen, Dan – CREEKS TO LOVE AND REMEMBER – 1982 1st ed. – 219p – Privately Printed, MN – Starting with an ancient Indian legend as to why the streams and rivers of our nation are the most important water system our land is blessed to hold – The author relates stories of Mission Creek, Hickory Run. The Hermit Gorge Meadows and many others. Also included a few tried and true recipes. – Signed and Inscribed two times - fine in fine dust jacket - $30.00
Garrison/Carmichael – A MASTER’S GUIDE TO BUILDING A BAMBOO FLY ROD – 1985 2nd edition of 1977 1st – Winchester, NY – 296p – This book is difficult to find in any edition due to the fact that it is unanimously agreed upon that it is simply the best work ever done on the subject. Garrison’s rods rank right up there with the finest ever produced and have become prized collectibles sought by all serious bamboo rod aficionados. Garrison was responsible for bringing a new technological competence to an old art. Here he shares his unique knowledge of rod building as well as invaluable information on refinishing, repair and restoration. – Signed by Hoagy - A superb copy in a very fine unclipped dust jacket - $165.00	Click here for pictures
Gerlach, Rex - CREATIVE FLY TYING AND FISHING - 1974 1st ed. - 231p - Winchester, N.Y. - nicely illust. with lots of valuable tying instructions and patterns geared to specific regions, includes fishing techniques - f in f. $25.00
Gerlach, Rex - THE COMPLETE BOOK OF CASTING - 1975 1st ed. - 203p - Winchester, N.Y. - whatever degree of casting proficiency you now enjoy, this book will help you to improve - f in f. $20.00
Gerlach, Rex - FLY FISHING FOR RAINBOWS - 1988 1st ed. - 222p - Stackpole, Harrisburg - strategies and tactics for taking North America’s favorite trout - with photos and diagrams - includes imitations for western steelhead - f in f. $30.00
Gill, Emyln M. – PRACTICAL DRY FLY FISHING – 1915 2nd edition – 216p - Scribner & Son, NY – This is the first American work devoted entirely to fishing the dry fly. The author here expands on his 1911 Field & Stream articles that introduced American anglers to the challenges and delights of the heretofore British practice of dry-fly fishing. Contains hints on fly use in rough-water streams and placid river pools; considers the difference in wilderness fishing from taking "educated trout" from much-fished streams; discusses casting methods. – Book exhibits some spotting of unknown origin on the front cover, otherwise the book is very good. - $55.00	Click here for pictures
Gingrich, Arnold – THE WELL-TEMPERED ANGLER – 1965 1st Edition – 330p + index – Knopf, NY – Arnold Gingrich is always a pleasure to read. His uniqueness lies in the unbridled enthusiasm he exudes when discussing angling and angling literature. The founding editor of Esquire Magazine, his expertise in providing an outline of the best of four centuries of angling literature is invaluable. Arnold fished with all the angling greats of his day and this book abounds with engaging anecdotes of excursions with the likes of Papa Hemingway, Lee Wulff, Charlie Ritz, Al McClane and others. – *A beautiful collector’s copy* – Signed & Inscribed by Arnold – fine in a fine unclipped dust jacket. - $85.00	Click here for pictures
Gingrich, Arnold – THE JOYS OF TROUT – 1974 ptg. of 1973 1st – 275p – Crown, NY – For the author the joys of trout fishing extended far beyond the fish itself – to the treasured equipment one uses, the traditions of the past, the refinements of techniques, the warm companionships with friend and fly and quarry. – In this effort the author shares his angling partnerships with the likes of Lee Wulff, Charlie Ritz, & Al McClane. – Gingrich’s love of angling shines through when he shares his thoughts on both the angling and literature aspects of our sport. – fine in fine dust jacket. - $30.00
Goldberg, Howard - THE ANGLER’S BOOK ON FLY-TYING AND FISHING - 1973 1st ed. - 107p - Schribner, N.Y. - the author uses step-by-step photos and directions to instruct on tying dries, wets, nymphs, streamers, bucktails and salmon flies and goes on to demonstrate the techniques used in fishing the various flies - some good pointers for tyers of all levels of experience - f in f. $20.00
Goodspeed, Charles H. - A TREASURY OF FISHING STORIES - 1960 ptg. of 1946 1st - 600p - Barnes, N.Y. - an entertaining array of 90 plus fishing tales, perfect for the off season angler - vg in faded dj. $20.00
Gordon, Sid - HOW TO FISH FROM TOP TO BOTTOM - 1978 Special Limited Ed. - 383p - Stackpole, Harrisburg - this limited ed. of the ever popular 1955 1st, is nicely done in brown simulated leather with matching slip case - as new. $55.00
Gordon, Sid - HOW TO FISH FROM TOP TO BOTTOM - 1957 2nd ptg. of 1955 1st - 384p - Stackpole, Harrisburg - “The best book on fishing I ever read”, Charlie Fox, this one covers it all - f in vg. $30.00
Grant, George F. – THE MASTER FLY WEAVER – 1980 Limited to 1950 Copies Edition – Champoeg, Portland – 230p + Index – Here is George Grant’s hard-to-find treatise primarily devoted to the weaving of hair-hackles for fly imitations – this work also contains specific instructions in regards to woven-bodies, pin-shaped bodies and other related processes important to the fly tyer and fly fisher who enjoy the thrill of big-river fishing. Forward by Dave Whitlock, with copious illustrations by Harvey Eckert and photos by Mike Fong. Includes 8 full color plates of flies enclosed in a folder at back cover. – book and plates are in very good condition as can be seen by viewing the accompanying photos. - $200.00	Click here for pictures
Greene, Harry Plunket – WHERE THE BRIGHT WATERS MEET – 1929 2nd edition – 253p – Phillip Allan, London – This author was truly a writer of quality and in “Where the Bright Waters Meet” he has produced an outstanding angling autobiography, which is quite rightly regarded as a classic of the chalk-streams. In this book, as well as paying homage to the Bourne, he wrote chapters on Blagdon, the Test and the Kennet, and whereas he does not actually provide instructions, he has that rare quality to bring us to his side while he is fishing, and leaves to learn from watching him at work. The writing talent of Harry Plunket Greene has resulted in his being the favorite author of many angling literature enthusiasts. A truly enjoyable book to read. – Absolutely wonderful copy, no foxing, crisp and clean. - $135.00	Click here for pictures
Greene, Harry Plunkett – WHERE THE BRIGHT WATERS MEET – 1972 printing of 1924 1st – 253p – Witherby, London – For people who just enjoy reading the best of angling literature and are not concerned with collecting 1st editions, this is a beautiful copy of this charming classic. Some authors just have a way with words and Harry Plunkett Greene was in the forefront of those gifted angler/authors. There are many good books, this is an excellent book. It of course does not offer the pure enjoyment of actually fishing, but it comes very close. – Book is fine in very good dust jacket. - $50.00	Click here for pictures
Greenburg/Waugh (editors) - THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY - 1989 1st ed. - 566p - Bonanza, N.Y.- a treasury of fine angling tales from the pens of authors such as Waldon, Haig-Brown, Blackmore, Nick Lyons and many others - f in f. $25.00
Gregg, E.C. - HOW TO TIE FLIES - 1940 1st ed. - 83p - Barnes, N.Y. - very popular book, frequently reprinted, remains a good guide with many patterns - bottom edge of sp. rubbed o/w vg. in vg. $25.00
Gregg, E. C. - HOW TO TIE FLIES - later ptg. of 1940 1st - 83p - Barnes, N.Y. - f in g. $20.00
Gresham, Grits - COMPLETE BOOK OF BASS FISHING - 1966 1st ed. - 264p - Harper & Row, N.Y. - if your interested in ole bucketmouth, here’s where you learn how to get his attention - former owner’s name written in twice - o/w f in f. $20.00
Grey, Zane – TALES OF FRESHWATER FISHING – 1928 1st ed. – Grosset & Dunlap, NY – 277p – with many photos by the author and his brother – casting to salmon, trout and bass from Pennsylvania to Oregon – very hard to find – in faded green cover with no foxing – vg - $165.00
Griswold, F. Gray - FISH FACTS AND FANCIES - 1926 1st ed. - Schribner, N. Y. 242p - the Griswold Gray Salmon Fly on title page - lots of salmon fishing on the Grand Cascapedia, well illust. - cvs show normal wear - one page with harmless tear - o/w vg with many uncut pages. $60.00
Grove, Alvin R. – THE LURE AND LORE OF TROUT FISHING – 1951 1st edition – 318p – Stackpole, Harrisburg – Arnold Gingrich was extremely knowledgeable where fly fishing literature was concerned and also authored some excellent angling books of his own. Arnold along with other critics all agreed on placing this book on the list of the best 30 fly fishing books of all time. A most valuable addition to the serious angler’s library,. it is the first book on trout fishing which contributes here in America much that the works of Skues, Halford, Ronalds, and Mosely have contributed to the famous fly-fishing literature of England. For the first time the similarity of American and English insects and their imitations is brought out in significant detail. In the chapters "Food for Fish," "Naturals and Artificials," and "Patterns and Reflections" are to be found the rudiments of all natural American fly patterns. Emphasis is placed on the natural insects of importance to the fishermen of this country, and in addition to detailed discussions where necessary, much valuable descriptive information on natural insects is summarized in nearly 20 pages of tables. – Book is fine in very rare good dust jacket with a few small chips. - $70.00	Click here for pictures
Gytenbeek, R.P. Van - THE WAY OF A TROUT - 1972 1st ed. - 146p - Lippincott, Phila. - recommended for those concerned with conservation and should be required reading for those without concern - f in f. $20.00
Hackle, Sparse Grey - FISHLESS DAYS, ANGLING NIGHTS - 1972 later ptg. of 1971 1st ed. - 223p - Crown, NY - This book needs very little introduction, it is one of the most popular of all of our angling books, due I'm sure to the wit and charm of the author. - book is fine in fine in slightly bubbled dust jacket as usual- $35.00
Haig-Brown, Roderick – FISHERMAN’S SPRING – 1951 1st edition – 253p – Morrow, NY – From the Buffalo Evening News: “Roderick writes much as Thoreau might have written if he had solved his personal equation and dipped his pen in contentment.” I really wish I had said that, it has a nice ring to it. – This is the first of Haig-Brown’s classic season’s books. The book itself is in fine condition with crisp clear text. The rather rare dust jacket is also very good with edge wear only. Unfortunately some well meaning soul taped the front and back panels of the dust jacket to the inside flaps which does not really hurt anything but as a result the tape marks are present. – book is fine in very good dust jacket with tape marks. - $75.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick – FISHERMAN’S SUMMER – 1959 1st edition – 222p – Morrow, NY – Although summer is not considered the most productive time of year for cold water fly fishing, here the author tells of his own enjoyment of fishing during this season. With the special Haig-Brown touch, included are absorbing descriptions of fishing his home river – the Campbell in British Columbia for steelhead and cutthroats. He also ranges throughout the Northwest, even as far as the Arctic Tundra where he fishes for grayling. All in all, just another excellent book by this prolific angler/author. - $90.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick - FISHERMAN’S FALL – 1964 1st edition – 279p – Morrow, NY – In the author’s own words; “Of all the times of year on the Pacific watershed, the fall is the most exciting, spring the most beautiful, summer perhaps the most delightful, winter the most testing, at least physically; but fall is the time of movement.” This in the author’s opinion, is the wonder of fall fishing. After the quieter times of summer, the nights are cooler, the shadows are longer and the fish are more active. There is a touch of urgency about it all, so one had better get out and be doing. – Another Haig-Brown classic. – Book is fine in a very good plus dust jacket with slight edgewear. - $90.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick - FISHERMAN’S WINTER – 1954 1st edition – 288p – Morrow, NY – This is the most difficult to find of this author’s four seasons books. Haig-Brown has been called “among the immortals in the field of writing about nature and the natural sciences.” Here in the prose which has been described as “taut and graceful as a good trout line,” the author travels to South America to fish the many rivers of Chile and Argentina. And as only Haig-Brown and a few other can do, he communicates to the reader the excitement of battling the superb rainbows and browns in rivers almost unknown to the foreigner. This is a book to be read for pleasure, for the excitement and for the observations of a great sportsman. – Book is fine in a very rare whole dust jacket edge wear and a few chips. - $90.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick – SILVER (The Life Story of an Atlantic Salmon) – 1931 1st edition – 96p – Black, London – This is Haig-Brown’s first book and in this effort we learn of the life of Silver, an Atlantic salmon whose birth, growth, spawning and death are told with touching simplicity. Appearing at intervals throughout the story is the “Good Fisherman” who pursues the salmon less for sport than to forge a kinship with this noble creature of the wild. – Very scarce in this first edition and even more rare to find a copy with the dust jacket. – Book is very good in a very good dust jacket - $65.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick – A RIVER NEVER SLEEPS – 1948 1st edition – 320p – Collins, London – This author is a bit like Lay’s potato chips, no one can eat just one. With Haig-Brown, if you read one of his books, you will want to read them all. This is another of his classics describing year-round angling on all types of water. Nothing pleases me more as a angling book dealer than to find these old classics so well preserved. This copy is an extremely nice copy with a whole colorful dust jacket, with just a hint of foxing to the front panel. The jacket has small chips at the top and bottom of the spine, but is otherwise a very rare whole, unclipped jacket. Book is fine with no owner’s signatures, other writing or marks of any kind. A nice collectible - $100.00	Click here for pictures
Haig-Brown, Roderick - BRIGHT WATERS, BRIGHT FISH - 1980 1st ed. - 142p - Timber Press, Oregon - Canadian angling, as only Haig-Brown can describe- plently of action - as new - $35.00
Haig-Brown, Roderick - RETURN TO THE RIVER - 1974 ptg of 1946 1st - 248p - Crown, NY - a Chinook salmon river and the men who return to fish the river they love - some pages sl dented o/w f in vf - $30.00
Haig-Brown, Roderick - THE LIVING LAND - 1961 1st ed. - 269p - Macmillan, Toronto - beautifully done, well illust. description of British Columbia’s wealth of wildlife and natural resources by one of its’own - f. $75.00
Hall 111, James W. – “DOC” HALL’S JOURNAL (The Ramblings of a Sportsman) – 1995 1st Limited to 250 Signed & Numbered copies ed. (this number #159) – Wilderness, Bozeman – The author, a much loved doctor who had over 300 patients show up when he retires just to wish him well, shares with us his years in the outdoors. – Right from the pages of Corey Ford’s Lower Forties stories comes the real life proto-type of his “Doc Hall” character, Dr. James W. Hall 111, one of Corey’s closest friends. This book recounts his remembrances of Corey, of wingshooting and fly fishing expeditions with the great man. It contains photos of these sporting scenes and others from Doc’s own collection. This is a collection of the memories of a sporting life well-lived . The good doctor’s charm, wit & wry humor quickly reveals why his patients loved him. – Very enjoyable. –*Signed by author, illustrator & publisher* - in wine colored leather with gilt trout, rifle & trim, all edges gilt, – $60.00
Hall, Henry Marion – A FULL CREEL – 1946 1st ed. – 179p – Longmans, Green, NY – A pleasant way to spend an evening – chapters entitled; Talisman Flies, Grandfather’s Trout, Following the Kingfisher, The Royal Rainbow, Fly Casting for Largemouth Bass, Emulating the Otter, Dolly Varden Trout, The Eyes of Northern Lakes and 15 more – written in a style sadly missing today – f in unclipped but chipped dj. - $25.00
Hammond, Bryn - HALCYON DAYS - 1992 1st ed. - 246p - Swan Hill, Shrewsbury, England - chapters on exact imitation and impressionism with flies, night fishing, catch and release and more - as new. $25.00
Hammond, S.H. “Shadow” - WILD NORTHERN SCENES (or Sporting Adventures With the Rifle and Rod) - 1967 Abercrombie & Fitch Library ptg. - 341p - Arno Press, N.Y. - a very unique portrait of the Andirondacks prior to the Civil War when the region was an almost untouched wilderness - owner’s name on ffep o/w vf. $40.00
Harris, J.R. - AN ANGLER’S ENTOMOLOGY - 1966 ptg. of 1952 1st - 266p - Barnes, S Brunswick - illust. with 103 color photos & 54 b/w photos and diagrams - this book has become a well accepted general guide for the serious angler - f in f - $35.00
Harris, Walter - SALMON FISHING IN ALASKA - 1967 1st ed. - 143p - Barnes, Cranury, N.J. - much of this text deals with the commercial fishery, but includes fishing for King salmon in wild unspoiled regions, many photos of 50lb. plus fish - f in f. $30.00
Hartley, J.R. – J.R. HARTLEY CASTS AGAIN – 1992 1st ed. – 127p – Paul, London – these tales are told with such dry, self-effacing wit that it’s impossible not to laugh out loud – truly an amusing evening’s entertainment – f – f - $20.00
Hartman, Robert - ABOUT FISHING - 1938 1st trade ed. - 308p - Barker, London instructions for fishing with rod for salmon and trout, drawings and decorations done by the author - vg. $20.00
Harvey, George W. – TECHNIQUES OF TROUT FISHING AND FLY TYING – 1990 1st hardback edition – Lyons, NY – 149p plus appendix – This author, George Harvey is quite simply in a class by himself when it comes to fly fishing. He developed the fly fishing courses at Penn State and has conservatively taught 35,000 pupils the joys of fly fishing, fly tying and fly casting. He is widely regarded as the dean of modern fly fishing and fly tying instructors. With this book he promises to help a new generation of fly fishermen improve their techniques substantially. From long experience, he offers concise tips on fishing all the various flies, and includes fly tying instructions for tying all kinds of flies including, trout, bass, and salt water species. As a mentor, prophet, author and tireless advocate of the beauties of fly fishing, George Harvey has carved a special niche in the annals of fly fishing history. – Books is fine in a fine unclipped dust jacket. - $75.00	Click here for pictures
Heacox, Cecil - THE COMPLEAT BROWN TROUT - 1974 1st ed. - 184p - Winchester, N.Y. - f in f. $30.00
Heffernan, Terry - FLY-FISHING TALES - 1994 1st ed. - Penguin, N.Y. - 86p - includes 8 classic short stories by noter angling authors, enhanced by 18 beautiful photos by award winning author - an attractive package, nice looking book - vf in vf - $25.00
Held/Rice - ANGLER’S AND SPORTSMAN’S GUIDE - 1912 annual edition - Field & Stream, NY - 247p - a little bit of everything for the outdoorsman - colorful pictured cover - nice collectible- former owner’s name o/w vg - $45.00
Hellekson, Terry - POPULAR FLY PATTERNS - 1977 1st ed. - 180p - Peregrine Smith, Salt Lake City - dressings for 800 plus flies of all types, 8 pages in full color and b/w drawings of most flies given, a very helpful addition to the flytyer’s bookshelf or work area - vg in g. $30.00
Henshall, James A. – BASS, PIKE, PERCH & OTHERS – 1903 1st edition – Macmillan, NY – 409p + ads – Containing 18 chapters describing all United States game fish east of the Rocky Mountains. Accompanied by lots of photos and illustrations, this early work is not just informative but is also a very nice collectible. The author’s earlier work “The Black Bass” in the vintage 1881 1st edition is now considered to be a classic and has become a valuable collectible. – A very nice copy with many uncut pages and with gilt titles and decoration - $50.00	Click here for pictures
Henshall, James A. - BOOK OF THE BLACK BASS - 1915 ptg. of the 1881 1st. - 452p Stewart Kidd, Cincinnati - a true angling classic (and expensive in the 1st ed.) - deals with the life history of the bass, how to fish, including flyfishing and describes the tools and tackle of the pursuit - includes Robert Clarke’s supplement; “More About The Black Bass” - green cvs with gilt bass & title - f. $60.00
Herter, George L. – PROFESSIONAL SPLIT BAMBOO ROD BUILDING MANUAL (And Manufacturing Guide) – 1949 1st ed. – 152p – Herter, Waseca – almost impossible to find in this 1st ed. is this in-depth work on bamboo rod building – this one is a super nice clean collector’s copy – vf in paper wraps – $80.00
Hewitt, Edward R. – A TROUT AND SALMON FISHERMAN FOR 75 YEARS – 1948 1ST edition – 338p – Scribners, NY – This is the first edition of the combining of Hewitt’s 2 earlier books, both now classics. “Telling on the Trout” and “Secrets of the Salmon”. In addition to being a masterful angler, Hewitt was a very interesting individual. He literally was to the manor born, coming from a very wealthy family. He continually experimented with both flies and gear and some of his patterns are still in use today, the Neversink Skater comes to mind. The stories about Hewitt’s unique skill are difficult to believe but were witnessed by many people who owed Hewitt nothing who will attest to there veracity. With witnesses, Hewitt was sight fishing to a salmon. He made several casts with no take. Due to Hewitt’s reputation as an angler, some of the people began to quietly chuckle. Hewitt thought for a second and announced, I know what the problem is, this fish has only one eye. This made the onlookers laugh out loud. Hewitt made a cast to the other side of the salmon and the fly was taken immediately. Hewitt landed the fish and showed the doubters the one eyed salmon, that was Ed Hewitt. – book is fine in rare very good dust jacket with minimal edge wear - $95.00	Click here for pictures
Hewitt, Edward R. – TELLING ON THE TROUT – 1930 revised ptg. of 1926 1st. – 216p – Schribners, NY – Ed Hewitt, either loved and respected or on occasion just tolerated for his overly enthusiastic attitude, be was non-the-less an extremely knowledgeable and innovative angler. This work includes his observations on how trout see, trout stocking and tackle which all remain important studies today. Also essays on angling in England. – Book interior is near excellent, green cloth covers exhibit normal wear. - $50.00
Hewitt, Edward R. – BETTER TROUT STREAMS – 1931 1st ed. – 140p – Schribner, NY – the maintenance of trout streams and rivers with special attention paid to trout habits and food supply – a very scarce collectible – former owner’s name on ffep – some uncut pages o/w f - $120.00
Hewitt, Edward R. – BETTER TROUT STREAMS – 1931 1st ed. – 140p – Schribner, NY – same book as above – former owner’s name on ffep – some harmless moisture evidence of a few page edges o/w f - $110.00
Hewitt, Edward R. – HEWITT’S HANDBOOK OF STREAM IMPROVEMENTS – 1934 1st edition – Marchbank, NY – 82p – Hewitt was blessed with great wealth and by age 26 already had the pleasure of fishing the western US, Canada and Europe. His knowledge is notable and his stream conservation methods remain important today. Having purchase 2700 acres in the Catskills, including 4 ½ miles of frontage on the Neversink, he established his famous fishing camp later to be known as the Big Bend Club. Here he practiced what he preached about conservation. – a very nice collectible – very good condition – $85.00	Click here for pictures
Hewitt, Edward R. – HEWITT’S HANDBOOK OF FLY FISHING – 1933 1st edition – Marchbank, NY – 116p + index – Ed Hewitt was a unique individual with enough money to devote his life to fly fishing which was obviously his first love. In many aspects Hewitt was well ahead of the times as regards angling conservation. In this book he alludes to “catch & release” fishing, far from a popular concept back in 1933. His extensive knowledge is apparent throughout this work and it makes for enjoyable reading. – a nice collectible – very good - $75.00
Hidy, Vernon - FLY FISHING - 1972 pt. - 93p - Lippincott, Phila. - flies, stream strategy, casting, lines, leaders, etc. - f. $15.00
Hidy, Vernon - THE PLEASURES OF FLY FISHING - 1972 1st ed. - 127p - Winchester, N.Y. forward by Sparse Grey Hackle - photographs & commentary on streams, rivers, lakes, anglers, trout and steelhead, includes a memorable selection of observations from classic angling literature - f in f. $20.00
Hidy, Vernon - THE PLEASURES OF FLY FISHING - 1972 1st ed. - 127p - Winchester, N.Y. - vg in sl. st. dj. $15.00
Hilcoff, S. - THE STANDARD BOOK OF FISHING - 1956 ptg. - 532p - Greystone, NY - covers just about everything remotely related to fishing - the photos alone more than cover the cost of the book - vg in simulated leather cvs - $15.00
Hill, Frederick – SALMON FISHING (The Greased Line On the Dee, Don and Earn) – 1948 1st ed. – 98p – Chapman & Hill, London – lots of advise on greased line tactics used today by many steelheaders – photos & illusts. – vg in g - $20.00
Hills, John Waller – A HISTORY OF FLY FISHING FOR TROUT – 1921 1st edition – 244p – Phillip Allan, London – In this work, the author of the angling classis “Summer on the Test” produced the first book to trace the history of fly fishing from its very beginning and should be in the library of all those interested in the history of fly fishing. Hills identifies all the early flies mentioned by early writers and also provides a bibliography of books that very accurately suggests the titles of importance to the serious angler. To this very day, A History of Fly Fishing for Trout remains the foundation book on the subject as it pertains to the milestones of fly fishing literature and importance advancements in tackle. – Other than having two signatures on the free-front-end paper, this is in excellent condition - a hard to find 1st edition of an angling classic. $140.00	Click here for pictures
Holbrook/Koch – MIDGE MAGIC – 2001 1st ed. 2nd ptg. – 109p – Stackpole, Harrisburg – the two authors, both experts in midge fishing and tying, collaborate to present a step-by-step guide to tying and fishing an array of midge patterns more affective than anything out there – as new - $30.00
Holden, George Parker – STREAMCRAFT – 1919 1st edition – 264p – Stewart Kidd, Cincinnati – This early hard-to-find work is so full of an angler’s delight with his sport that it makes you want to jump out of your chair and head for the stream. Includes all aspects of angling including tactics, gear, casting, etc., with special attention to flies and fly tying. Well illustrated with 8 full page color plates of flies and other full page photos, including one of the beautiful Neversink in the Catskills. Very scarce in this first edition and a nice collectible. – Book is fine and comes with large pieces of the impossible to find antiquated dust jacket.- $85.00	Click here for pictures
Holden, Dr. George Parker - THE IDYL OF THE SPLIT BAMBOO - 1920 1st ed. - 278p - Stewart Kidd, Cinn. - by far the rarest and most collectible of the rod books - this is a nice copy - f. $385.00	.
Holder, Charles Frederick -THE BOY ANGLER -1904 1st ed.-294p-Appleton, N.Y. adventures in the Atlantic, the Pacific and Canada - vg in attractive cloth cvs. $45.00	.
Holdworth, Edmund W.H. - SEA FISHERIES OF GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND - 1883 1st ed. - 213p - Stanford Cross, London - the practical working end of the various fisheries with illust. of boats, nets and gear - f. $30.00
Hoover, Herbert - FISHING FOR FUN (And To Wash Your Soul) -1963 later ptg. of 1963 1st ed. - 86p - Random House, N.Y. - a touch of Walton, a touch of Thoreau, but all Hoover - f in f. $20.00
Hordern, Michael - GONE FISHING - 1995 1st ed. - 248p - Castle Edison, N.J. - an anthology of angling tales by the likes of Hemingway, Maclean and others - a good fireside book - f in f. $20.00
Humphrey, Joe – TROUT TACTICS – 1993 1st hardcover ed. – 256p – Stackpole, Harrisburg – This new hardcover edition naturally contains all the good stuff in the original paperback, but this issue has been updated & expanded. – the author cites recent studies concerning water temperatures & feeding. – Includes Joe’s expert advice on nymphing pocket water. – How hatchery trout can be taken just below the surface, when native trout still won’t move.- Also, updates on night fishing. – Signed *– as new - $35.00*
Humphrey, William - THE SPAWNING RUN - 1970 2nd ptg. - 80p - Knopf, N.Y. - with extraordinary grace, humor and detail, the life, long voyage and death of the king of gamefish, by the author of; HOME FROM THE HILL - f in f. $20.00
Humphrey, William - MY MOBY DICK - 1979 1st English ed. - 96p - Chatto & Windus, London - a fun story about one man’s obsession with catching a huge one-eyed trout - f in f - $25.00
Hyndman, James H. - MODERN FLY CRAFT - 1938 1st ed. - 96p - Bonfords & Mort, Portland - a look fly-tying methods, techniques and tools the way it was done back when - still good advice - f $25.00

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