[Chetham, James]

Estimate

2,000 - 3,000 USD

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Description

The Angler's Vade Mecum; or, A Compendious yet full Discourse of Angling discovering the aptest Methods and Ways, exactest Rules, properest Baits, and choicest Experiments for the catching of all manner of fresh water Fish. London: Thomas Bassett, 1681
paper, ink, leather

8vo (150 x 95 mm). Title with minor tears repaired, some rubbing and browning. Modern red half morocco.

Literature

Wing C3788; Westwood and Satchell pp. 59–60.

Catalogue Note

first edition, this copy with the rare appendix which gives particular instructions for the tying of flies. For instance the "black midge" calls for the down of a mole and grey silk, another for the down of a water mouse. "...He escapes from the category of manual makers, and takes rank as one of the original writers on the sport." (Westwood).