Superior Fishing by Robert Barnwell Roosevelt
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About this eBook
| Author | Roosevelt, Robert Barnwell, 1829-1906 |
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| Title |
Superior Fishing Or, the Striped Bass, Trout, and Black Bass of the Northern States |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Superior Fishing" by Robert Barnwell Roosevelt is a sporting narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the art of fishing, particularly focusing on game fish such as striped bass, trout, and black bass found in the northern United States. The author, who is also known for other writings on fishing and hunting, aims to educate readers about fishing techniques and the unique experiences available in America's natural waters. At the start of the narrative, Roosevelt sets the scene for a fishing expedition to Lake Superior, introducing prominent characters such as Don Pedro, an elegantly mannered gentleman with a newfound itch for adventure. The beginning portrays their preparations for a camping trip, including discussions about supplies, fishing strategies, and the comforts of life they are willing to forgo in pursuit of the sport. The reader is immediately immersed in the dynamics of the journey and the natural beauty of the fishing landscapes, along with insights into the delicate balance between the sport of fishing and a sportsman's ethics. Overall, the opening section establishes not only the characters and their motivations but also the rich environment that will be explored throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SH: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling |
| Subject | Fishing -- United States |
| Subject | Fishing -- Canada |
| Subject | Fishing -- Superior, Lake |
| Subject | Fishes -- United States |
| Subject | Fishes -- Canada |
| Subject | Fishes -- Superior, Lake |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55226 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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