ISBN: 9781330187111 - the book of the tarpon (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of tarpon fishing, a sport that was just beginning to gain popularity in the late nineteenth century. The author, a dedicated angler himself, shares his personal experiences and insights, chronicling the evolution of this unique pastime from its early days of primitive tackle and methods to the development of more sophisticated equipment. The book explores the challenges of targeting this powerful and elusive fish, highlighting the tarpon's remarkable strength, agility, and cunning. The author vividly describes the thrill of the chase, the challenges of battling a fish that can leap ten feet into the air and drag a boat for miles, and the exhilaration of finally landing a prize catch. The author also discusses the various methods used to catch tarpon, including the use of a harpoon, a technique that some consider unsportsmanlike but which the author argues requires considerable skill and ingenuity. Through the author's engaging prose and firsthand accounts, the book captures the spirit of adventure and the raw excitement of pursuing tarpon in their natural habitat. It offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era of fishing, a time when the thrill of the chase was paramount, and the pursuit of tarpon was a sport for those willing to push the limits of their skills and equipment. This book offers a compelling look at a unique sport and its place in the history of fishing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…