Fishing Wisdom: Insights from the Water's Edge

Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after. - Henry David Thoreau Few pastimes are more emblematic of mankind's connection to nature and the great outdoors than fishing. A fishing trip can involve a simple afternoon's trip down to a local river or pond, or deep forays into national parks and wilderness areas for days or weeks on end. Both bring man closer to nature, creating space and time for reflection and meditation. In Fishing Wisdom, wise, witty and offbeat quotes from the great and famous explore how fishing can become a metaphor for life. Famous contributors include the philosophers Henry David Thoreau and Søren Kierkegaard, writers Ernest Hemingway and Ted Hughes, and US presidents Jimmy Carter and Herbert Hoover. Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding, Fishing Wisdom offers more than 80 fishing-themed quotes to inspire, provoke and amuse. AUTHOR: John Baltisberger is a multi-award winning author and game designer of speculative and genre fiction and gonzo games. Known for his innovative prose, John has written sci-fi, fantasy, horror, poetry, nonfiction, and romance. When not writing literature, John edits, writes, and designs tabletop roleplaying games. He is well known for his work in the horror community. Beyond his writing career, John is the Publishing Editor of Madness Heart Press and the Creative Director of Madness Heart Games. SELLING POINTS: . A concise volume of quotes for inspiration, reflection and amusement . Features more than 80 quotes in a fishing context . A beautifully packaged gift title made using traditional Chinese book-binding techniques