Author: FEATHERSTONE, DAVID.
Title: An Australian Fly Fisher.
Description: First Limited Edition; Oblong Foolscap; pp. (134) un-paginated; illustrated with over 150 actual coloured photographs laid in, 10 b/w. photographs, numerous line drawings, and 30 artificial flies in sunken mounts inside front and rear boards, half reverse calf with green boards, red title labels on spine and front board, title lettered in gilt, housed in original slip case, numbered and signed by the author, together with a copy of the souvenir menu from the launch of the book with a Featherstone leader; fine copy. Melbourne, David Featherstone, 2000. The experiences of one of Australia's most accomplished Fly Fishers, 50 years brought to life with beautiful photographs, he received many awards from tackle manufactures, amongst which are Scientific Anglers, Orvis and he was twice in the Hardy Hall of Fame. His captures include trout to 15 lbs. and the Standing Record of 12 lbs. plus from Lake Eildon. The book was limited to 60 copies with an issue price of $525, and has been highly prized since its publication, causing the rapidly escalating price.

Keywords: Fly Fishing Australia