Upstream and Down- Howard Walden – 1938. A limited edition from the Derrydale Press, number 648 of 950. Inscribed and signed from Walden to Milton C. Weiler, the artist whose illustrations were used in the book. This book from the private library of Weiler. Weiler Sr. was one of the premier sporting artists of his time, known for his work with the Derrydale Press and many other sporting publishers. He was also an avid outdoorsman, with deep roots to the Anglers’ Club of New York and the DeBruce Fly Fishing Club in the Catskills. Stories of fly fishing for trout, and other related topics, some more philosophical than sport. Dark blue, nearly black boards, with trout illustration adhered to front. Cover with some rubbing and wear. Paper cracked internally at both hinges. Some browning to EPs. Very good condition. The book is exactly as pictured. Any questions, please ask.
