With contributions by noted artists and writers, Ode to Bass & Trout is a wonderful illustrated anthology of classic literature on the popular and enduring sport of fishing. The lively text in this volume includes tales, myths, fables, and facts, ranging from charming 17th-century verse, to entries by noted anglers like Zane Gray and Jimmy Carter. Handsomely illustrated with black-and-white antique prints and original full-color nature scenes, the volume explores the beauty and lore of the angler's world with humor and insight.