The Optimist

The Optimist

Author: David Coggins

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2022-05-10

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1982152516

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The perfect fly fishing book for today's novice, enthusiastic amateur, as well as the devoted angler is part narration of the author's own angling obsessions and adventures, part practical how-to, and part meditation on a connection to the natural world.


How to Think Like a Fish

How to Think Like a Fish

Author: Jeremy Wade

Publisher: Da Capo Press

Published: 2019-05-21

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 030684530X

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The star of the Animal Planet's River Monsters and author of the bestselling companion book shares a meditation on fishing--and life. In his previous book, Jeremy Wade memorably recounted his adventures in pursuit of fish of staggering proportions and terrifying demeanor: goliath tigerfish from the Congo, arapaima from the Amazon, "giant devil catfish" from the Himalayan foothills, and more. Now, the greatest angling explorer of his generation returns to delight readers with a book of a different sort, the book he was always destined to write -- the distillation of a life spent fishing. As Jeremy's catches attract increasing attention, many people ask him how they can improve their own fishing results. This book is his reply: part science, part art, and part elusive something else -- which is within every angler's ability to develop. Along the way you will learn when to let instinct override logic, which details are vital and which may be irrelevant, and how a "non result" can be a result. Thoughtful and funny, brimming with wisdom and, above all, adventure, these are pitch-perfect reflections that anyone who has ever fished will identify with, for ultimately they touch on the simple, fundamental principles that apply to all angling -- and to life.


The Book of Mindkind

The Book of Mindkind

Author: William John Cox

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-01-15

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781519757661

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Coining the term, The Book of Mindkind is a philosophy of hope in a time of despair, a wakeup call in a time of danger, and an engaging quick read for the curious-minded. The theory of Mindkind is an entirely original philosophy, likely the first to be conceived in the past century, certainly the first of the new millennium. People are looking for new ways to think about the human society rapidly evolving around them, and they are searching for answers and solutions to the age-old questions of existence. The world may not be spinning out of control, but it can no longer be held together by the beliefs of the past. Now, more so than ever, with political extremism-driven by corporationalism and religious fundamentalism-shutting down democratic processes and suppressing rationalism, there is a critical need for social, spiritual, and political alternatives. The Book of Mindkind is not a new-age philosophy-rather it presents a logical foundation for a practical worldwide solution for the social, economic, and environmental crises facing human existence. The book brings together the scientific elements of time, Earth, and humanity in exploring the evolution of the brain and the mind it produces, and it examines religion and culture in developing the thesis that humans are members of a Universal Mindkind. Essentially, the philosophy theorizes that humans, as the Children of Mindkind, are on the verge of flying from their earthly nest, as soon as the diseases of deception, hatred, and violence are cured and every child is provided with equal access to nutrition, health care, and education. Collectively, these concepts are brought to focus on the future of human existence. Mindkind projects a vision of a bright unlimited and creative future, but necessarily considers a darker and more destructive alternative in which humanity continues to organize as warrior societies. It concludes with thoughts about the physical nature of the soul and the aura of mind. Mindkind has an appeal to thinking people of every culture and every language, who are seeking purpose in their lives. It especially speaks to young people, who are questioning ancient religions and current governments, and to women, who are weary of the discrimination they suffer in male-dominated societies.


Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die

Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die

Author: Chris Santella

Publisher: ABRAMS

Published: 2013-11-15

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 1613123566

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“A lavishly photographed dreambook of the world’s top angling spots” (Men’s Journal) Amateur or expert, every angler dreams of landing “the big one,” but that’s only part of the appeal of fly fishing. Because even when hours pass without a bite, nothing beats the rugged beauty of the surroundings. For both armchair travelers and avid outdoorsmen who may have already started a checklist of their own, Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die maps out the meccas of the fly-fishing world. Through in-depth interviews with the sport’s acknowledged gurus, author Chris Santella goes beyond standard guides to convey the very essence of the recommended locations. Readers can vicariously cast mouse patterns to fifty-pound taimen in the wilds of Mongolia, wrangle with wily permit off the Florida Keys, and match the hatch on Montana’s Armstrong’s Spring Creek. Jardines de la Reina, Cuba (tarpon), the Zhupanova River, Kamchatka (rainbow trout), and the Rio Negro, Brazil (peacock bass) are also included. The fifty essays include a cultural and natural history of each site, along with colorful anecdotes based on the author's and authorities’ experiences. With breath-takingly-beautiful photos of the spots, many by celebrated fly-fishing photographer R. Valentine Atkinson, the book also provides adventurous anglers with enough travel-and-tackle information so that they, too, can start planning excursions to go fish around the globe. Praise for Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die “Santella offers 50 short takes on the ultimate fly-fishing destinations in this beautifully photographed and nicely packaged volume . . . With its elegant descriptions, gorgeous photos and practical information, this book is a dream travel guide for avid fly-fishers.” —Publishers Weekly “Everything dad needs to tackle his next trip.” —Fort Worth Star-Telegram


Fishing

Fishing

Author: Funtastic School Notebooks

Publisher:

Published: 2019-05-23

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781099810176

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CLASSIC NOTEBOOK JOURNAL I am always looking for something to write on! How about you? This notebook is an excellent accessory for your desk at home or at the office. It's the perfect travel size to fit in a laptop bag or backpack. Use it on the go and you will keep all of your notes and reminders in organized in one place. Professionally designed this 6x9 notebook provides the medium for you to detail your thoughts. Buy your journal today and begin to fill the pre-lined pages with your heart's desire. FEATURES: *120 Blank Pages - Lined *Beautiful Colorful Classic Cover Art DIMENSIONS: 6x9 inches PERFECT FOR: Homework Personal Journal Food Journal Meeting Notes Wedding Planning Everyday Dairy Work To-Do-Lists Shopping Lists Creative Doodling Meeting Notes School Notes Game Notes Game Scores Away Games Travel Diary Team Roster College Planning If you love this journal visit our selection of custom Journals and Notebooks. Click on our brand name Funtastic School Notebooks to buy them


Life Is Better When You Are Fly Fishing

Life Is Better When You Are Fly Fishing

Author: Chadam Notebooks

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2019-04-18

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9781095091883

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CLASSIC NOTEBOOK JOURNAL I am always looking for something to write on! How about you? This notebook is an excellent accessory for your desk at home or at the office. It's the perfect travel size to fit in a laptop bag or backpack. Use it on the go and you will keep all of your notes and reminders in organized in one place. Professionally designed this 6x9 notebook provides the medium for you to detail your thoughts. Buy your journal today and begin to fill the pre-lined pages with your heart's desire. FEATURES: *120 Blank Pages - Lined *Beautiful Colorful Classic Cover Art DIMENSIONS: 6x9 inches PERFECT FOR: Homework Personal Journal Food Journal Meeting Notes Wedding Planning Everyday Dairy Work To-Do-Lists Shopping Lists Creative Doodling Meeting Notes School Notes Game Notes Game Scores Away Games Travel Diary Team Roster College Planning If you love this journal visit our selection of custom Journals and Notebooks. Click on our brand name Dr. Chadam Notebooks to buy them


L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook

L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook

Author: Dave Whitlock

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2006-12-01

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 1461749700

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With colorful, concise, and easy-to-follow illustrations, The L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook offers a fun introduction to the sport. This friendly volume coaches readers on the basics of fly-casting and assembly of tackle without demanding that the reader invest tons of time and money. The goal here is getting started, and this useful, portable book won’t sit on the shelf—it’s meant to be taken outdoors for easy consultation. Author Dave Whitlock covers the foods fish eat and how to imitate those foods, details the necessary fly assortment for novices, and provides a useful glossary. Chapters added in this edition include approaches to saltwater fish species, ethics and sportsmanship, and methods for fishing from boats and float tubes.


Life Is Better When You Are Fishing

Life Is Better When You Are Fishing

Author: C. L. D. Notebooks

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2019-04-19

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9781095223383

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CLASSIC NOTEBOOK JOURNAL I am always looking for something to write on! How about you? This notebook is an excellent accessory for your desk at home or at the office. It's the perfect travel size to fit in a laptop bag or backpack. Use it on the go and you will keep all of your notes and reminders in organized in one place. Professionally designed this 6x9 notebook provides the medium for you to detail your thoughts. Buy your journal today and begin to fill the pre-lined pages with your heart's desire. FEATURES: *120 Blank Pages - Lined *Beautiful Colorful Classic Cover Art DIMENSIONS: 6x9 inches PERFECT FOR: Homework Personal Journal Food Journal Meeting Notes Wedding Planning Everyday Dairy Work To-Do-Lists Shopping Lists Creative Doodling Meeting Notes School Notes Game Notes Game Scores Away Games Travel Diary Team Roster College Planning If you love this journal visit our selection of custom Journals and Notebooks. Click on our brand name CLD Notebooks to buy them


Discovering Mars

Discovering Mars

Author: William Sheehan

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 2021-11-09

Total Pages: 769

ISBN-13: 0816544247

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For millenia humans have considered Mars the most fascinating planet in our solar system. We’ve watched this Earth-like world first with the naked eye, then using telescopes, and, most recently, through robotic orbiters and landers and rovers on the surface. Historian William Sheehan and astronomer and planetary scientist Jim Bell combine their talents to tell a unique story of what we’ve learned by studying Mars through evolving technologies. What the eye sees as a mysterious red dot wandering through the sky becomes a blurry mirage of apparent seas, continents, and canals as viewed through Earth-based telescopes. Beginning with the Mariner and Viking missions of the 1960s and 1970s, space-based instruments and monitoring systems have flooded scientists with data on Mars’s meteorology and geology, and have even sought evidence of possible existence of life-forms on or beneath the surface. This knowledge has transformed our perception of the Red Planet and has provided clues for better understanding our own blue world. Discovering Mars vividly conveys the way our understanding of this other planet has grown from earliest times to the present. The story is epic in scope—an Iliad or Odyssey for our time, at least so far largely without the folly, greed, lust, and tragedy of those ancient stories. Instead, the narrative of our quest for the Red Planet has showcased some of our species’ most hopeful attributes: curiosity, cooperation, exploration, and the restless drive to understand our place in the larger universe. Sheehan and Bell have written an ambitious first draft of that narrative even as the latest chapters continue to be added both by researchers on Earth and our robotic emissaries on and around Mars, including the latest: the Perseverance rover and its Ingenuity helicopter drone, which set down in Mars’s Jezero Crater in February 2021.