A Treatyse of Fysshynge wyth an Angle by Juliana Berners
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"A Treatyse of Fysshynge wyth an Angle" by Dame Juliana Berners is an essential treatise on angling and fishing written in the late 15th century. This historical publication is notable for being one of the first texts printed in England on the subject of fishing, offering insights into the practices of angling and the ethical considerations surrounding the sport. The book remains a focal point for enthusiasts of historical fishing literature and
an important work in the genre of recreational angling guides. In "A Treatyse of Fysshynge wyth an Angle," Berners dives deep into the art of fishing, detailing the necessary equipment, including the construction of rods, lines, and hooks, and the specific bait selections for various types of fish. The treatise not only covers technical aspects such as the best times and places to fish but also emphasizes the virtues of patience, serenity, and respect for nature—a perspective that elevates angling to a moral discipline. Through eloquent prose, Berners reflects on the philosophical joys of fishing as a way to attain pleasure and contemplation, making the book a timeless resource that marries practical skills with philosophical insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Berners, Juliana, 1388?- |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Watkins, M. G. (Morgan George), 1835- |
| Title |
A Treatyse of Fysshynge wyth an Angle Being a facsimile reproduction of the first book on the subject of fishing printed in England by Wynkyn de Worde at Westminster in 1496 |
| Alternate Title | A Treatise of Fishing with an Angle |
| Credits |
Produced by RichardW and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SH: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling |
| Subject | Fishing |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57943 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57943-6 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 802 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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