BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO FLYTYING: Step-by-step instructions for 12 popular and versatile fly patterns. By Chris Mann and Terry Griffiths.

(1999) 2005 reprint. 4to (195 x 251mm). Ppiv,76. Colour photographs, step-by-step tyings illustrated with computer enhanced colour graphics. Laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper.

Excellent, clear colour illustrations of flies. The authors include "all the basic techniques for applying thread, feather and fur to the hook, building up to more sophisticated methods such as parachute hackling, using the dubbing loop and hairwinging". 12 essential trout patterns are used as case studies which between them demonstrate the most important fly-tying techniques.