Equal parts outdoors adventure and armchair philosophy, fly-fishing is a centuries-old sport rooted in ritual, lore, and passed-on know-how. This passionate pursuit receives a luxurious, full-color celebration in The Elements of Fly Fishing, a comprehensive reference volume that covers the history and art of the sport, the rich array of finely crafted tackle, and the fly-fishing meccas near and far.Featuring the informed commentary of some of the most respected writers in the field, this handsome, indispensable publication addresses everything from the latest equipment and casting strategies for both fresh and salt water to the conservation concerns facing the sport -- and ends with an illustrated glossary of knots with step-by-step instructions. Created by The Federation of Fly Fishers, one of the most respected fly-fishing organizations in the nation, and illustrated with pictures from the American Museum of Fly Fishing, which houses some of the greatest photographs and archival resourceson the subject, this gorgeous, authoritative work is the gift for anyone who's ever felt the pull of the river.