Sex, Death and Fly-Fishing

One of John Gierach’s most memorable collections - witty, irreverent and wonderfully observant. The title essay begins with a mysterious Red Quill spinner fall and considers the short, spectacular lives of mayflies and the trout waiting for them. From there Gierach moves through midge fishing, the “less-loved” fish, drought, guiding, rivers, Wyoming, British Columbia and the perennial arguments of trout fishermen. There are great fish and difficult days, eccentric fishing companions, favourite waters and plenty of Gierach’s wonderfully dry humour. But beneath it all is his fascination with the tiny details that make fly fishing what it is: insects, water, weather, fish and the people obsessed with them. A classic piece of fly fishing literature - funny, thoughtful. Very good condition. Hardcover, 24cm x 16cm, 238 pages.