The Fly-Fisher’s Entomology. With Coloured Representations of the Natural and Artificial Insect, and a few Observations and Instructions relative to Trout-and Grayling-Fishing. London: Longmans, Green, 1862. Sixth Edition. Pp xvi, 132. Half green morocco, over marbled boards, marbled endpapers & fore-edges. Raised bands with russet title label to spine. Light shelf wear to binding, otherwise a fine bright copy.

Illustrated with twenty hand-coloured copper-engraved plates, with delicate comparisons of insects and completed flies.

Sold with ‘A Companion to Alfred Ronald’s Entomology.’ Containing 47 descriptions of the various flies (this copy lacking the tied fly examples) in accompanying pouch, secured with strap.

This classic, groundbreaking work on the art of fly-fishing includes observations and behaviours of Trout and Grayling fish, the use of tackle, from hooks, and dyes for feathers, using insects or imitations, as well as when to fish, and tips for the perfect cast.