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Editore: Stackpole Books. Mechanicsburg, PA. 2001., 2002
ISBN 10: 0811705277ISBN 13: 9780811705271
Da: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, Regno Unito
Membro dell'associazione: PBFA
Libro Prima edizione
Steve A. Schweitzer (illustratore). (Hardcover, 2001). 2001 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 235mm). Ppxiii,173, ad. B/w photographs and illustrations, bibliography. Blue & white paper-covered boards, spine titled in red gilt. Includes leader-tying software CD-ROM. Edges slightly dusty but o/w a fine unread copy in dust-wrapper. "To fool a trout, a leader must drop a fly lightly on the water and then let it drift naturally, without drag. .the first comprehensive text devoted to combating drag through the mechanics and design of leaders." An excellent, detailed book on an important subject. Included with the book is a CD-ROM, LeaderCalc. Steve Schweitzer has assembled in electronic format the charts to calculate segments for hand-tied leaders. Chapters include: Drag and the drag-free drift; Leader dynamics; Rods, lines, and rod flex; Leader elements; Basic leader construction; Leader designs; Rules of thumb and leader myths; Leader adjustments and modifications; Paraphernalia; Casting and fishing techniques to minimize drag; The leader as a line; Nymph presentation; Fly-fishing from a boat. .
Editore: Stackpole Books. Mechanicsburg, PA. 2001., 2001
ISBN 10: 0811706532ISBN 13: 9780811706537
Da: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, Regno Unito
Membro dell'associazione: PBFA
Libro Prima edizione
(Hardcover, 2001 ). 2001 1st edition. 8vo (178 x 241mm). Ppx,229 + 1pp ad. Colour plates of flies, colour & b/w photographs, illustrations, bibliography. Two-tone blue / grey paper-covered boards, spine titled in red-gilt. Very good in slightly used dust-wrapper. "The coastline is so vast and varied that to be successful, a fly fisher must understand predator and prey, their seasonal movements, and the inshore structures that attract them". Detailed guide to where to go, when, and what to do when you get there by this noted saltwater fly fisherman. Includes "a state by state guide to when species typically arrive and depart". Includes a special section on Lobsterville Beach and Dogfish Bar, on Martha's Vineyard. Stripers, bluefish, false albacore, bonito, weakfish, hickory shad. .
Editore: Mechanicsburg, PA : Stackpole Books, 2001-c2005., 2002
ISBN 10: 0811705730ISBN 13: 9780811705738
Da: Inkberry Books, Niwot, CO, U.S.A.
Libro
hardback. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 5 v. : ill., maps ; 24 cm.
Editore: Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 2001, 2001
Da: Steven Wolfe Books, Newton Centre, MA, U.S.A.
Prima edizione
very good dust-jacket, fresh attractive copy, very good black half-cloth with red boards. previous owner's name and address label on front endpaper. INSCRIBED to same person as label and SIGNED Linda. HOLMES, LINDA GOETZ. Unjust enrichment: how Japan's companies built postwar fortunes using American POWs. Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 2001, stated First Edition, and 1st printing number line ending with 1, xxii, 202pp., . During World War II, 32,260 Americans were held as prisoners of war of the Japanese. Thousands were shipped to do forced labor in the factories, shipyards, & mines of Japan--at the specific request of major Japanese companies. For more than 50 years, this story has gone untold--until now. Combining investigative research, personal interviews with more than 400 ex-POWs, excerpts from POW diaries, & samples of the more than 300 recently declassified documents, Pacific War historian Linda Goetz Holmes reveals the brutal & exploitative practices of Japanese companies during World War II. - CONTENTS: "A personal war, a dirty war" -- "We don't recognize the Red Cross" -- "The use of white POW is earnestly desired" -- Voyages in hell -- Mitsui : "we will send you to Omuta" -- Mitsui : hidden horror, hidden treasures -- Showa Denko : daily dangers -- NKK : hard times everywhere -- Mitsubishi : empire of exploitation -- Kawasaki : from slave laborers to subway riders -- Double-crossed relief -- "Not to leave any traces" -- Tokyo trials : the dog that did not bark -- What is a lifetime worth? -- Balancing the books. 9780811718448 ISBN 0811718441.
Editore: Stackpole Books, (2001), Mechanicsburg, PA, 2001
ISBN 10: 0811709965ISBN 13: 9780811709965
Da: ARABESQUE BOOKS, Atlanta, GA, U.S.A.
Libro
Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. pp. xvi, 1-109. Illustrated. Dust jacket protected in a new mylar sleeve. Head of dust jacket spine has a small closed tear, otherwise clean and bright. Book is solid, square, and tight. Very clean, no former owner's names or marks. Midge fishing.
Editore: Stackpole Books. Mechanicsburg, PA. 2001., 2000
ISBN 10: 0811712478ISBN 13: 9780811712477
Da: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, Regno Unito
Membro dell'associazione: PBFA
Libro Prima edizione
Condizione: new. (Hardcover, 2001). 2001 1st edition. 4to (220 x 286mm). Ppxii,123. Colour photographs throughout. Purple boards, spine titled in bronze-gilt. Very good in slightly used dust-wrapper. First Edition, First Printing. Popovics originated many now well-known saltwater patterns, including the Surf Candy, Cotton Candy and Ultra Shrimp. His work pioneered the use of synthetics and epoxy in fly-tying. A useful guide to saltwater fishing techniques as well as patterns and tying methods. Written and photographed by his lifelong fishing companion, Ed Jaworowski, it shows in full colour and exquisite detail every step in the creation of Popovic's classic patterns, explains nuances of technique and contruction, and offers a wealth of fishing tips. Since this book was originally published Popovics has gone written a new book (Fleye Design, 2016) which includes new patterns as well as updates to several of his original flies. .
Editore: Mechanicsburg, PA Stackpole Books 2001, 2000
ISBN 10: 0811726533ISBN 13: 9780811726535
Da: Chaucer Bookshop ABA ILAB, Canterbury, Regno Unito
Libro
Facsimile Editions of Charles Scribner's Sons 1889 and 1888 editions. PLEASE NOTE: Volume II has no modern publisher, ISBN number or edition information. 2 Volumes. 8vo. blue cloth hardbacks, gilt. 547pp. and 477pp., both volumes illustrated in b/w. Previous owner's bookplate to front pastedown of each volume. A VERY GOOD SET. (Shelf 11) ISBN: 0811726533 PLEASE NOTE: VERY HEAVY SET (1.7 kg+) Postage rates vary according to destination, weight and speed. For an accurate overseas quote PLEASE either call or email us before ordering. [AbeBooks shipping quote is based on items weighing up to 1 kilo only]. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.** Pictures available upon request.** Visit our homepage for our shop opening hours. Over 20,000 books in stock - come and browse. PayPal, credit and most debit cards welcome. Books posted worldwide. For any queries please contact us direct.