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The Gentleman Angler. Containing Brief and Plain Instructions by which the young Beginner may in a short Time become a perfect Artist in Angling

Engraved frontispiece. Pp. vii, 122, [2, publisher's catalogue]. 12mo, London: Printed for G. Kearsley, 1786. “Third Edition, with Large Additions”. Uncut in later plain wrappers, preserved in calf-backed solander box. Some light soiling.

Third edition of a scarce early angling classic, which was reprinted several times through the 18th century, and even as late as 1828 as “The Angler's Guide”, L., Joseph Smith, publisher Westwood & Satchell. p. 105; Heckscher 830.

Item #220992       Price: $950.00
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