This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 40027079
Title: How to Tie Flies
Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Hugh T. Mitten
Summary: "How to Tie Flies" by E.C. Gregg is an instructional manual on the art of fly tying, likely written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a practical guide aimed at both beginners and experienced anglers, detailing techniques necessary to create high-quality flies for fishing. It covers a range of styles and materials, providing readers the skills to craft their own unique lures for a variety of fishing situations. The opening portion introduces the purpose and structure of the manual, emphasizing that it aims to teach the crafting of flies with an artistic focus, rather than shortcuts used in mass production. The author highlights the increasing interest among anglers in tying their own flies, encouraging readers to begin with simpler patterns before progressing to more complex designs. It notes that various tools and materials can be sourced easily, guiding enthusiasts in building their skills while promoting creativity in developing new patterns. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gregg, Ellery Clark, 1899-
EBook No.: 30292
Published: Oct 20, 2009
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Flies, Artificial
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 40027079
Title: How to Tie Flies
Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Hugh T. Mitten
Summary: "How to Tie Flies" by E.C. Gregg is an instructional manual on the art of fly tying, likely written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a practical guide aimed at both beginners and experienced anglers, detailing techniques necessary to create high-quality flies for fishing. It covers a range of styles and materials, providing readers the skills to craft their own unique lures for a variety of fishing situations. The opening portion introduces the purpose and structure of the manual, emphasizing that it aims to teach the crafting of flies with an artistic focus, rather than shortcuts used in mass production. The author highlights the increasing interest among anglers in tying their own flies, encouraging readers to begin with simpler patterns before progressing to more complex designs. It notes that various tools and materials can be sourced easily, guiding enthusiasts in building their skills while promoting creativity in developing new patterns. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gregg, Ellery Clark, 1899-
EBook No.: 30292
Published: Oct 20, 2009
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Flies, Artificial
LoCC: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.