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Amazing fishing : facts and trivia / Tony Lolli.

by Lolli, Tony.

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Chartwell Books, 2012.

Fishing -- Anecdotes.

Fishing -- Miscellanea.

Fish -- Miscellanea.

9780785829003 (hidden-spiral hc.)

Alternate title:

Fishing : facts and trivia

192 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.

Includes index.

"This quirky book can be opened to any page to discover intriguing stories, facts, tips, and trivia. Which fish is the fastest? Who invented the spinning reel? Why do some fish have bills? What’s the largest fish ever caught? When were the first waders worn? And why would Polar bear fur be great for fly-tying? Packed with lists, statistics, and folklore on the natural world of fish and the history of angling as a sport, this book is a compelling resource for any fishing enthusiast. History and types of angling, fishing technique, and equipment like tackle, lures, baits, and flies. Famous fishermen and women, statistics on fish, and details about freshwater and saltwater species. For any armchair fishermen, and also a wonderful companion to pack along with a tackle box"--Provided by publisher.

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