Publisher's Synopsis
The Boy's Walton: A Discourse On Fishing is a book written by Ulick John Burke and originally published in 1878. The book is a comprehensive guide to fishing, aimed specifically at young boys who are just starting out in the sport. It covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of fish, the equipment needed for fishing, and the best techniques for catching fish.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of fishing. The first chapter provides an overview of the sport, including its history and the different types of fish that can be caught. The following chapters cover topics such as the equipment needed for fishing, including rods, reels, and lines, as well as the different types of bait and lures that can be used.The book also includes chapters on the best techniques for casting a line, as well as tips for reading the water and finding the best spots to fish. In addition, it provides advice on how to care for and maintain fishing equipment, as well as how to properly handle and release fish.Overall, The Boy's Walton: A Discourse On Fishing is a valuable resource for any young boy interested in learning about the sport of fishing. It provides a comprehensive guide to the different aspects of fishing, and is written in a clear and easy-to-understand style.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
