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The Compleat Angler
- Narrated by: Richard Johnson
- Length: 1 hr and 48 mins
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Summary
The greatest classic of angling literature and a unique celebration of the English countryside, Izaak Walton's The Compleat Angler was originally published in 1653. No book, apart from the Bible and the Book of Common Prayer, has been more often reprinted. As a treatise on the art of fishing it has never wholly been superseded. For its advice on the catching and cooking of fish, the rules for baits, and the making of artificial flies, it remains a valuable and engrossing guide. As a graceful and affectionate portrait of rural England its charm is irresistible and in Walton we could not wish for a more congenial companion. Read by Richard Johnson.
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- "dj3000"
- 08-12-23
Old time angling classic
A lot of fun listening to old angling tips, tales and recipes (yes recipes!) Also a superb reading; listening to this it was easy to feel you were back in the 17th century.
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- Mr Barry
- 11-11-21
Brilliant narrator
I found this book like a trip with my grandad transporting me back .
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- Trev Packer Photography
- 04-12-22
awesome
my first audible book was truly a very well seasoned well fed entry into fishing. thanks to Bob mortimer and Paul Whitehouse
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- GC
- 20-02-24
The Art of Fishing
Written in 1653 and still in print only having been sold in volume second to that of the Bible speaks of what a fascinating tome this book is. Possibly more enjoyable for those that fish but I enjoyed the content and explanation which was well delivered by the narrator.
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- Jennifer Lumb
- 22-11-22
Charming Period Piece
This is a really lovely, charming classic. It is beautifully read with period music. You get a little of everything -- fishing techniques, recipes (over a open fire), and some amazingly creative ideas of natural history (the wild inaccuracies add to the charm!). Nicely abridged.
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- jason tribe
- 14-04-23
Listening again
I shall be listening again, a great accompaniment to my morning walks around my local lake and can listen to the whole book before my breakfast
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- Kitty
- 06-02-22
Completely jibberish
Unfortunately this has been read in old English language and it’s pretty incomprehensible in today’s world, I’ve picked up little bits and pieces from it but I really feel as if it would have been a better experience had it been translated into modern tongue.
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- JMD
- 25-10-21
Abridged
Didn't read as abridged though, at time of review, erroneously labelled unabridged in catalogue.
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