The Angler's Companion

A true classic of traditional angling literature, beautifully designed, written and illustrated by the venerable Mr Venables himself – back from a time when fishing books were crafted with genuine care, elegance and enough charm to make modern glossy publications feel a little soulless by comparison. Increasingly hard to find in good condition, this is a highly collectible volume for lovers of classic fishing literature. What could easily have been a dry encyclopaedia of fish, tackle and techniques is instead elevated by Venables’ wonderfully warm prose and evocative illustrations. The book explores fish species, rivers, tackle, casting methods and fishing techniques for a wide range of conditions, while also wandering delightfully into natural history observations and reflections on the timeless pleasures of angling. Venables writes with the quiet authority of someone who understood that angling was never only about catching fish, but also about observing weather, water, birds, insects and the occasional fisherman exaggerating the size of his catch. A wonderfully atmospheric and practical companion from angling’s golden age. Good, sturdy condition. Hardcover. 25.5cm x 19cm. 224 pages.