The Habits of Trout - And Other Unsolved Mysteries

Fly fishers spend a great deal of time trying to understand trout. Most eventually discover that the real mystery is not the fish, but the peculiar hold that rivers, wild places and the pursuit of trout have over us. In this warm, thoughtful and often humorous collection of essays, Tim Schulz explores the questions that keep anglers returning to the water year after year. Set largely among the brook trout streams and forests of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the book follows his adventures in search of forgotten waters, memorable fish and the simple moments that often become the most enduring memories. Along the way there are bamboo rods, campfires, old fishing companions, family, wildlife and plenty of the quiet wisdom that only comes from a lifetime spent beside rivers. Schulz writes with honesty, insight and a gentle sense of humour, reminding us that the best fishing stories are rarely about the fish alone. Part fishing book, part memoir and part celebration of the angling life, this is the sort of volume that speaks directly to those who understand that a trout stream is never merely a place to catch trout. It is a place to think, explore, reflect and occasionally discover something about oneself. A delightful modern contribution to the rich tradition of fly fishing literature and a worthy addition to any serious angling library. New, ideal gift. Softcover, 23cm x 15.5cm, 133 pages.