Fishing From the Earliest Times

von William Radcliffe

554 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"Fishing From the Earliest Times" is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the history and evolution of angling from prehistoric eras through antiquity. Written by William Radcliffe, this seminal work delves into the fishing practices of the Egyptians, Assyrians, Jews, Greeks, and Romans, offering an exhaustive account of how various civilizations interacted with the aquatic world. The book examines not only the physical tools and techniques employed by ancient fishermen-such as nets, hooks, and spears-but also the cultural, mythological, and legal significance of fishing in these societies.Radcliffe's narrative is enriched with classical references and archaeological insights, providing readers with a detailed look at the origins of fly-fishing and the early development of ichthyology. From the depiction of fish in ancient art to the culinary habits of the Roman elite, the work provides a bridge between the recreational pastime of modern times and its deep-rooted historical foundations. This volume serves as an essential resource for both serious anglers interested in the heritage of their sport and historians of the ancient world. It remains one of the most authoritative texts on the subject, celebrated for its meticulous research and engaging prose.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025657370
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: British Library, Historical Print Editions