Days in the Open

Crandall, Lathan A. (Lathan Augustus), 1850-1923Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.1

Word count: 288K words
Chapters: 29

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Days in the Open by Lathan A. CrandallAuthor: Crandall, Lathan A. (Lathan Augustus), 1850-1923,Language: English, Class: SH: Agriculture: Aquaculture, Fisheries, Angling, Release Date: Oct 31, 2014

Editor's review

Days in the Open is a collection of outdoor essays by Larsen A. Crandall, classified by Project Gutenberg under fishing and angling and circulating as a free English e-book. The book centers on angling and open-air life in the open world, written in a relaxed tone, with its focus on streams, weather, fish runs, and solitary moods rather than the itemized analysis of a technique manual. Its value lies in writing angling as a way of observing nature and settling oneself: the author's capture of dawn and dusk by the water, seasonal change, and small movements lets readers slow down and rediscover the pleasure of being present. The book also preserves several vignettes of early twentieth-century North American fishing culture and is of reference value to readers studying recreational fisheries and nature writing. Because it was written long ago, some descriptions of tackle and fishing methods no longer match today's practice; it is best read as literature and historical material rather than copied as operating instructions. Suitable for short bedtime or weekend reading, one or two pieces at a time, lingering by the water at the author's pace.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers who enjoy essays on angling and streams
Urban office workers seeking relaxation through nature writing
History and culture enthusiasts interested in North American recreational fisheries
Readers who prefer short essays for fragmented reading

Not a good fit for

Beginners seeking systematic fishing tutorials and gear-buying advice
Readers who prefer strong plots, character conflict, or suspenseful narratives
Readers expecting in-depth discussion of contemporary ecological issues

Reading tips

Read each piece independently, one or two at a time; there is no need to follow the order from start to finish.
Before reading, learn about the rivers and fish conditions of the current season in your area; it is easier to resonate when compared with the book's descriptions.
Keep a pen handy to mark scenic passages and revisit them after finishing, to appreciate how the author builds rhythm.
Treat the fishing methods in the book as records of their era; in practice, follow current local regulations and safety requirements.

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Can this book be used as an introductory fishing tutorial?

Not really. It is closer to angling essays and nature writing, focusing on experience, observation, and mood, and lacks systematic instruction on gear, rigs, and operation. Beginners can read it as an interest book, seek contemporary tutorials for technical learning, and comply with local fisheries regulations.

Can someone with no fishing experience get through it?

Yes. Much of the book describes streams, weather, and solitary feelings, and does not depend on professional knowledge. Inexperienced readers may read it as nature prose, skip terms they encounter, and focus on experiencing the slower rhythm the author finds by the water.

Why is it said that the fishing methods in the book should not be copied?

The book was written in the early twentieth century, and tackle materials, fishing concepts, and resource management methods were all different from today's; some practices may not comply with current regulations and ecological protection requirements. Read it as a historical text, and follow local laws and protected-area rules for actual fishing.

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Crandall, Lathan A. (Lathan Augustus), 1850-1923 Author · American · 1850–1923

Crandall, Lathan A. (Lathan Augustus Crandall, 1850–1923), was an American writer. Public information about him is limited; what can be confirmed is that his writing touched on local history and family genealogy, centering on the memory of a place and the tracing of family lines, with a strongly documentary and local-record character. One of his works is held in the collection, and his representative title, Days in the Open, is among them; the title suggests an interest in outdoor life and observations of nature. On the whole, he was not a widely known popular author but rather a writer devoted to preserving local and family materials, whose value lies chiefly in recording the history of a particular place and family and may serve as reference for local-history and genealogical research.