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NEW BOOKS

March/April 2007

The Best Fly-Fishing Trips Money Can Buy, Pat Ford
The Rise: Streamside Observations on Trout, Flies & Fly Fishing, Paul Schullery Stackpole Books ( Mechanicsburg, PA ), (800)732-3669 or (717)796-0411, fax: (717)796-0412, www.stackpolebooks.com, 2006, 148/194 pp., illustrated, $39.95/$28.95, hardcover.
Fly Fishing and the Meaning of Life
Wade N. Brooks, Voyageur Press ( Osceola, WI ), (800)826-6600 or (715)294-3345, fax: (715)294-4448, www.voyageurpress.com, 2006, 96 pp., illustrated, $12.95, hardcover (6” x 6”).
Island Fly Fisherman: Vancouver Island
Robert H. Jones and Larry E. Stefanyk, eds., Harbour Publishing ( Madeira Park, BC ), (800)667-2988 or (604)883-2730, fax: (604)883-9451, www.harbourpublishing.com, 2006, 151 pp., illustrated, $21.95, softcover.
   Ever dream of striped marlin fishing off the Galapagos Islands, peacock bass fishing on the Amazon, or tigerfishing on the Lower Zambezi ? Author Pat Ford and contributors Chico Fernandez, Andy Mill, Billy Pate, Stu Apte, Rick Murphy and Marty Arostegui share their secrets for planning a fly-fishing trip to remember as they fish some of the world’s best destinations. Saltwater and freshwater species are included, as are Ford’s simply amazing photographs. Even after centuries of observation, fishermen are still trying to solve the mysteries of that magical instant when a trout takes a fly. The Rise, based on recent scientific research into trout feeding behavior and unprecedented photographic studies, provides many new clues. Paul Schullery draws on five centuries of angling lore and wisdom, reconsiders neglected flies, ideas and tactics, and responds to some of the sport’s toughest questions with patience and wit. Fly anglers have long pondered the meaning of fly fishing, catching (and releasing) trout, and life. Fly Fishing and the Meaning of Life, by Wade N. Brooks, is a philosophical and humorous compilation of insights and quips from such sages of the stream as John Gierach, Nick Lyons, Norman MacLean, Patrick McManus, Gene Hill, George LaBranche, and Izaak Walton. The illustrations – historical and contemporary photos and artwork, vintage magazines and ads – are wonderful. Written by nine expert anglers, Island Fly Fisherman is a compact yet comprehensive guide to Vancouver Island fishing. Compiled and edited by Robert H. Jones and Larry E. Stefanyk, it’s filled with useful information on where and when to go and which tackle, tactics and fly patterns will produce the best results. From smallmouth bass lakes and rivers to the beach and open-ocean, you’ll find a wealth of angling knowledge and expert advice in these pages.

Bass Madness: Bigmouths, Big Money, and Big Dreams at the Bassmaster Classic
Ken Schultz, John Wiley & Sons ( New York ), (800)225-5945 or (201)748-6011, fax: (201)748-6008, www.wiley.com, 2006, 310 pp., illustrated, $24.95, hardcover.
Rapala: Legendary Fishing Lures
John E. Mitchell, MBI Publishing ( St. Paul, MN ), (800)458-0454 or (651)287-5000, fax: (651)287-5001, www.mbipublishing.com, 2005, 216 pp., illustrated, $29.95, hardcover. Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of California
Samuel M. McGinnis, University of California Press ( Berkeley ), (800)777-4726 or (510)642-4247, fax: (800)999-1958 or (510)642-7127, www.ucpress.edu, 2006, 538 pp., illustrated, $24.95, softcover.
Boat Building in Winterton, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland
David A. Taylor, University of Washington Press ( Seattle ), (800)441-4115 or (206)543-8870, fax: (800)669-7993 or (206)685-3460, www.washington.edu/uwpress, 2006, 164 pp., illustrated, $29.95, softcover.
   There’s no better place to witness the transformation bass fishing has gone through over the past two decades than behind the scenes at the Citgo Bassmaster Classic. In Bass Madness, Ken Schultz brings the spectacle to life with his riveting perspective on the players, spectators, cameras, action, and intense drama. It is a fascinating look at the tournament’s history, legends and lore, and an analysis of the effects the remarkable success and marketing of this iconic event are having on the sport. Lauri Rapala, the enigmatic creator of legendary Rapala fishing lures and founder of what has now become a major multi-national tackle business, would have been 100 years old in 2005. Rapala: Legendary Fishing Lures, by John E. Mitchell, is the official history of his remarkable life. You’ll find fascinating stories and anecdotes; illustrations from personal, company and historical archives; a definitive record of the evolution and development of Rapala lures; leading angler s c ommenting on their favorite Rapalas; and much more. The revised edition of Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of California, by Samuel M. McGinnis, is the only field guide to all of California ’s 130 freshwater fish species, both native and introduced. Doris Alcorn’s excellent illustrations will enable you to identify fish in the field. Plus there are detailed natural history accounts and angling tips for each species, an expanded cooking section; hints on fish watching, collecting, photography, and aquariums; and fish-printing tips. During the period 1977-79, David A. Taylor documented the boat-building tradition of the small community of Winterton, Trinity Bay, through fieldwork that included interviewing boat builders, observing and photographing boat-building activities, and recording the shapes of boats. The resulting study – Boat Building in Winterton, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland – describes the process from the perspective of the builders themselves. This is a new edition of this classic work.

Two-Handed Fly Casting: Spey Casting Techniques, Al Buhr
Morris on Tying Flies, Skip Morris
Atlantic Salmon Flies: Postcards from Rivers Past, Richard R. Twarog
Tying Flies Like a Pro, Marty Bartholomew
Frank Amato Publications ( Portland, OR ), (800)541-9498 or (503)653-8108, fax: (503)653-2766, www.amatobooks.com, 2006, 80/112/30/184 pp., illustrated, $22/$24.95/$12.95/$29.95, softcover.
   Here are four of the latest titles from the folks at Frank Amato Publications. Two-handed rods have moved from relative obscurity to the forefront of fly fishing, and Two-Handed Fly Casting demystifies their use and explains their advantages, especially on large rivers and places where back-casting is difficult or impossible. In this practical manual designed for all skill levels, Al Buhr presents 16 different spey casts in step-by-step progression, accompanied by excellent photography and illustrations. Over the past 18 years Skip Morris has written more than 200 articles about the art of fly tying. In Morris on Tying Flies he has compiled his favorite and most informative articles with his crisp photography. You’ll find 74 patterns, including dry flies, nymphs, streamers and bucktails, emergers, steelhead and Atlantic salmon flies, flies for largemouth and smallmouth bass and panfish, flies for saltwater fishing, and more. Originally designed by Irish fly fishers in the early 19 th century to catch fish, Atlantic salmon flies have since evolved into art. Atlantic Salmon Flies: Postcards From Rivers Past, photographed by Richard R. Twarog, is a unique gift book, with 30 exquisite flies, tied by Tim Trexler, reproduced on perforated postcards ready for mailing. Or these mini works of art -- at 5” x 7” -- can also be framed for display. Author Marty Bartholomew interviewed numerous experts, including Gary LaFontaine and Brad Befus, and in Tying Flies Like a Pro you can benefit from their knowledge, techniques and shortcuts for creating durable and effective flies from your vise. Included are time-saving tips and material preparation for caddisflies, mayflies, midges, stoneflies, saltwater flies, streamers, terrestrials, and attractors.

People, Fish and Whales: The Vancouver Aquarium Story
Murray A. Newman with John Nightingale, Harbour Publishing (contact information above), 2006, 88 pp., illustrated, $19.95, softcover.
Off the Hook: Rudow’s Recipes for Cooking Your Catch
Lenny Rudow, Tidewater Publishers (Centreville, MD), (800)638-7641 or (410)758-1075, fax: (410)758-6849, www.cornellmaritimepress.com, 2006, 237 pp., illustrated, $19.95, hardcover.
Cruising the Florida Keys
Claiborne S. Young and Morgan Stinemetz, Pelican Publishing Company ( Gretna, LA ),
(800)843-1724 or (504)368-1175, fax: (504)368-1195, www.pelicanpub.com, 2006, 599 pp., illustrated, $34, softcover.
Ocean Counting: Odd Numbers
Jerry Pallotta and Shennen Bersani, Charlesbridge Publishing ( Watertown, MA ), (800)225-3214 or (617)926-0329, fax: (617)926-5720, www.charlesbridge.com, 2005, illustrated, $6.95, softcover.
   When it opened in 1956, the Vancouver Marine Science Centre was the first public aquarium to be built in Canada . A half century later, the aquarium is home to 60,000 aquatic creatures and has welcomed 30 million visitors. Dr. Murray Newman served as head of the Aquarium for 37 years. In People, Fish and Whales he provides a behind-the-scenes look at the facility’s humble beginnings, celebrates what the internationally-recognized aquarium has achieved, and takes a look into its future. Off the Hook solves your fresh fish handling and cooking dilemmas. Lenny Rudow spent a decade traveling to top resorts and lodges as Fishing Editor for Boating magazine. For Off the Hook he interviewed top restaurant chefs and professional watermen, resulting in an eclectic mix of seafood recipes – from fine gourmet cuisine to simple fish-camp favorites. Plus you’ll learn how to properly ice, clean, fillet and package your catch to ensure freshness and top quality. The completely updated edition of Cruising the Florida Keys has reliable instructions and lively commentary about traveling from the Port of Miami all the way to the Dry Tortugas . Boaters may choose one of two routes to the Keys; in both cases Claiborne S. Young and Morgan Stinemetz pinpoint and assess obstructions, anchorages, marinas, fuel supplies and other facilities, plus provide evaluations of restaurants, cultural attractions, historical sites, and much more. Charlesbridge publishes books for children, and Ocean Counting: Odd Numbers is a great introduction to marine biology – and counting -- for ages 4-7. Jerry Pallotta enlists the help of Atlantic Ocean creatures to practice counting from zero to 49 using odd numbers. And Shennen Bersani add s c olor and activity with illustrations such as one striped bass with teeth like velcro, seven basking sharks cruising with mouths open to catch food, and 49 smelts traveling in a school.

Zane Grey: A Study in Values Above and Beyond the West
Chuck Pfeiffer (Zane Grey West Society), www.zgws.org, 2005, 625 pp., illustrated, $80 plus $5 US S/H, hardcover.
The Trout Whisperers
Pete Bodo, Stackpole Books (contact information above), 2006, 278 pp., $24.95, hardcover. Wild Men, Wild Alaska : Finding What Lies Beyond the Limits
Rocky McElveen, Nelson Books ( Nashville, TN ), www.thomasnelson.com, 2005, 201 pp., $22.99, softcover.
   Zane Grey: A Study in Values Above and Beyond the West is a meticulously-researched look at the author’s life. Dr. Chuck Pfeiffer spent years visiting many of the actual sites in Grey’s novels, interviewing locals about Grey’s travel in their areas, re-reading the frontier romances, and reviewing Grey’s handwritten diaries. The finished work is a remarkably comprehensive examination of the life of the greatest storyteller of the American West. The Trout Whisperers is an amusing fly-fishing novel from New York Times outdoor columnist Pete Bodo. It chronicles the misadventures of two eccentric fly fishermen, Louis Traub and Raul Mendoza, on the 25 th anniversary of their annual six-week fishing and camping trip in Montana. The character s c ombine an unconventional interpretation of outdoor experience with their search for a mythic, unspoiled trout stream, leading to a comical romp through Missouri River country. In Wild Men, Wild Alaska professional hunting and fishing guide Rocky McElveen tells the stories of his own adventures, as well as those of some of his well-known clients, in the majestic wilderness of the Alaskan bush. Though there are some funny anecdotes included, the author concentrates on the spiritual nature of adventure.

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