Recollections of Fly Fishing for Salmon, Trout, and Grayling, with Notes on Their Haunts, Habits, and History – Edward Hamilton – 1885. A first edition from Orange Judd Co., New York. This a presentation copy from Dwight Blaney to sporting artist Frank W. Benson, from Benson’s personal fishing library. Blaney was also an artist, and very respected in his own right, known for his coastal New England landscapes. If you are reading this, Benson likely requires no introduction. Dark green cloth boards with gilt trout and lettering. Cover with minor rubbing, bumping, and wear at ends of spine. Internally paper cracked at front hinge, a couple pages at front with tears at edge, else quite nice. VG condition. The book is exactly as shown. Any questions, please ask.
