The View from Rat Lake

by John Gierach

Book Overview

Brilliant, witty, perceptive essays about fly-fishing, the natural world, and life in general by the acknowledged master of fishing writers.

"In the world of fishing there are magic phrases that are guaranteed to summon the demon. Among them are: 'remote trout lake, ' 'fish up to 13 pounds, ' 'the place the guides fish on their days off, '" writes John Gierach in this wonderful collection of thirteen essays inspired by a fishing trip...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B002C4CTGK
• ISBN13: 9780671675813
• Release Date: May 1989
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 193 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

More of John's adventures

Archie and John go fishing. That sums up the book about as well as "a couple of teenagers fall in love" sums up Romeo & Juliet. This collection of short stories is a delightful read and is a worthy addition to any collection.