Every Day Was Special - A Fly Fisher's Lifelong Passion

William G. Tapply

Summary

Thoughts on fly-fishing from the award-winning author: “Tapply’s ruminations feature his signature self-deprecating humor . . . excellent fishing writing.” —Booklist 
 
It’s been a lifelong, ever-expanding journey, with many big fish and faraway waters and dramatic moments . . . and yet I don’t think any of those moments or any of those places or fish has thrilled me any more than seeing the twitch of my fly line where it entered the muddy waters of my backyard pond . . .  
 
These fly-fishing stories from acclaimed novelist and outdoor writer William G. Tapply are collected from his back-page column “Reading the Currents” in American Angler, as well as from Gray’s Sporting Journal and Field & Stream. From “Dam It” to “First Light” to “When Trout Get Antsy,” each piece is unique, and yet all are classic Tapply. These writings serve as testament to the thrill of fishing, the inimitable energy of casting at daybreak, and the innocence of streamside summers. 
 
Praise for William G. Tapply 
 
“Like native brookies, [his stories] shine up close and are well worth additional readings.” —Publishers Weekly 
 
“A writer with a fine eye and an acute sense of place.” —The Boston Globe 
 
“Tapply expertly and entertainingly writes about fish.” —Kirkus Reviews

Available since: 05/25/2010.

Print length: 209 pages.

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