Peter Lapsley, in his masterly treatment of the subject, reveals that river fly-fishing is widely available throughout the country at reasonable cost, providing anglers with a wonderful variety of opportunities. Armed with this book, both novice and experienced fly-fishers will gain from the author's clear, concise, and handsomely illustrated instructions. Topics include the history of river fly-fishing, the types of the streams and rivers in which trout and grayling are found, the behavior of the fish and of the creatures they eat, equipment and flies, casting techniques and problem-solving,...

This little pocket book arms the angler with all the information he needs about the insects hatching on the water so he can select the right fly from his flybox.