The Compleat Angler
Translated by None
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The opening
Chapter I A Conference betwixt an Angler, a Falconer, and a Hunter, each commending his Recreation
A Conference betwixt an Angler, a Falconer, and a Hunter, each commending his Recreation
Piscator, Venator, Auceps
Piscator. You are well overtaken, Gentlemen! A good morning to you both! I have stretched my legs up Tottenham Hill to overtake you, hoping your business may occasion you towards Ware, whither I am going this fine fresh May morning.
Venator. Sir, I, for my part, shall almost answer your hopes; for my purpose is to drink my morning’s draught at the Thatched House in Hoddesden; and I think not to rest till I come thither, where I have appointed a friend or two to meet me: but for this gentleman that you see with me, I know not how far he intends his journey; he came so lately into my company, that I have scarce had time to ask him the question.
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About this edition
- The words
- None's English translation, copied word for word.
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- Left out
- The source library's header, footer and license, in 2 places
- The title page and opening pages before chapter 1
- The author's fishing-day division, represented by the chapter part field (24 blocks)