Classic Fishing Lures and Tackle: An Entertaining History of Collectible Fishing Gear (Town Square Book) (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Howard Lambert (Photographer)

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Product Description

Fishing continues to be one of the top outdoor pastimes, and so is collecting the rods, reels, lures, decoys, accessories, and artwork that connect today's anglers with anglers of past generations.

"Classic Fishing Lures and Tackle" is an entertaining general overview of the vast variety of fishing gear and memorabilia for all types of fishing. Sorenson provides historical background on the origins and evolution of fishing gear, the inventors of particular pieces, and the classic companies that produced them, including the classic manufacturers Heddon, Pflueger, Shakespeare, South Bend, and Orvis. Plus, he offers tips on which items are highly collectible, as well as advice on where to find them.

Complementing Sorenson's easy-to-read text are Howard Lambert's intricate photographic stills, which raise the presentation of such items to an art form. Period ads, illustrations, and period brochures and literature complete this look at this popular hobby.

About the Author

Eric L. Sorenson is the author of Voyageur Press' "The Angler's Guide to Freshwater Fish of North America" and is an award-winning sports editor and outdoors writer. His freelance articles have appeared in such outdoors magazines as "The In-Fisherman," "Walleye In-Sider," "Midwest Outdoors," and "Outdoor News."

Howard Lambert is a full-time photographer who specializes in still-life photography of times gone by.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN) (October 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896583791
• ISBN-13: 978-0896583795
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,850,309 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars dad's gift, August 5, 2009

By	Samantha A. Steinmiller "ilovebooks" (holbrook, pa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this as a Father's Day gift for my dad and he loves it! It has great stories and pictures and he has enjoyed reading it. This book is in great condition and arrived very quickly. I would buy from this seller again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Fishing Lures, May 29, 2001

By	eightlake "eightlake" (Florida United States) - See all my reviews

Excellent Book....Best of it's type in my collection. Wonderful color, high quality photography. Recommend this book highly for any lover if antique fishing memorabilia (not only lures).