THE RIVER BEHIND THE
HILL Celebrating Australian Fly Fishing
Phillip Weigall (1998) First Edition – Like New) FREE
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"The River
Behind the Hill" is a celebrated Australian book authored by Philip
Weigall. Published in 1999, it is a pictorial tribute and collection of
humorous anecdotes centered entirely around the art of fly fishing across
various pristine destinations in Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania.
The book is
well-loved by the angling community for blending technical tips with
entertaining storytelling about life on the water. It's a great read if you are
an outdoor enthusiast looking to explore the waterways of southeastern
Australia
This book perfectly captures the excitement, skill and
irresistible attraction that fly fishing holds for so many people. With
humorous text accompanied by stunning images that depict both the scenic beauty
of the fly fisher's landscape as well as Philip Weigall's experiences on the
water, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in this ancient
sport.
Wander the backwaters and bush of Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania; learn
how to choose the right equipment or the perfect fly; be guided to the best
spots; and along the way have your curiosity awoken about the most elegant of
sports with the author's sense of enthusiasm and wonder.
PUBLISHER: New Holland Publishers, Sydney. Hardcover 272mm x 272mm. 160 pages. Glossary,
Index. Full colour photographs and illustrations on gloss art stock, ISBN:
1864365188. Weight: 1190g.