Publisher's Synopsis
""Favorite Flies And Their Histories"" is a classic book on fly fishing and fly tying, written by Mary Orvis Marbury and first published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive guide to the most popular and effective flies used in fly fishing, with detailed descriptions of their history, construction, and use in specific fishing situations. The book is organized into chapters that cover different types of flies, including dry flies, wet flies, nymphs, and streamers, and includes over 300 illustrations of the flies and their components. In addition to the fly patterns themselves, the book also includes information on the materials and tools used in fly tying, as well as tips and techniques for successful fly fishing. ""Favorite Flies And Their Histories"" is a timeless resource for anyone interested in the art and science of fly fishing and fly tying, and is a must-read for anglers of all levels of experience.With Many Replies From Practical Anglers To Inquiries Concerning How, When, And Where To Use Them.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.
