Down by the River: A Family Fly Fishing Story

Author: Weiner, Andrew

Edition: Illustrated

Format: Picture Book

Number Of Pages: 40

Details:

One beautiful autumn day, Art sets out with his mother and grandfather for a fishing trip. Fishing days are Art’s favorite. He loves learning the ropes from Grandpa—the different kinds of flies and tackle and the trout that frequent their favorite river. Art especially appreciates Grandpa’s stories. But, this time, hearing the story about Mom’s big catch on her first cast ever makes Art feel insecure about his own fishing skills. But, as Art hooks a beautiful brown trout, he finds reassurance in Grandpa’s stories and marvels in the sport and a day spent with family, promising to continue the tradition with his own grandkids generations later.   Illustrated with lush imagery by rising star April Chu, Down by the River celebrates fishing, family, and fun.

Reviews:

Fly Fisher Magazine:

"cleverly written...and beautifully illustrated...The book deftly touches on family, traditions, wisdom of grandparents, appreciating wildlife, and identifying bugs...Children will enjoy the story and adults will appreciate the sentiment...Highly recommended." Fly Fisherman Magazine:

"I believe this illustrated book will not only encourage young anglers to give fishing a try, but will also resonate with adults who might find themselves reminiscing and/or eager to create new experiences with their families. Enjoy the journey, I highly recommend it." Jensen Fly Fishing:

"We were sent a copy of a new book

" Down By the River" by Andrew Weiner, the lovely illustrations of April Chu. It's a wonderful story of young Art's first fly fishing trip. It blends family cohesion (mom and grandpa both take time telling stories and helping teach Art to fly fish), subtle contexts of fly fishing, and a gentle message of conservation. It's certainly a children's book for the fly fishing family to enjoy and connect through the off-season, but it's also a book for non-fly fishing friends to share with their kids...If I were a youngster again, this is exactly the kind of book that I would have lost myself into..." Dun Magazine:

"A heartwarming picture book about fishing and family... Down By the River is a celebration of the power of the sport to draw families together and back to cherished natural places." Ontario Outdoors:

"Where were children's books like Andrew Weiner's Down By the River when my daughters were young  and my wife and I would read to them at bed time? A thoroughly delightful book...Down By the River is a must read for any parent or grandparent wishing to hook a child into the sport we love so much." Dave and Emily Whitlock, fly fishing authors and legends:

" Down By the River is a delightful story...It's well written and the illustrations are just perfect." Brett Prettyman, Trout Unlimited:

" Down By the River is a beautiful book.."

About the Author:

Andrew "Andy" Weiner is a longtime publishing professional and an avid fly-fisher. He lives in Albany, California. April Chu is an architect and an illustrator of children’s books, including Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine and In a Village by the Sea. She lives in Oakland, California.  ...

EAN: 9781419722936

Release Date: 06-03-2018

Languages: English

Item Note: Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp.Has a remainder mark. Hardcover Used - Like New Ships fast! 2018Illustrated

Item Condition: UsedLikeNew

Binding: Hardcover