A fascinating fusion of art, science, and angling that reimagines the Renaissance through the eyes of a modern-day fly fisher.
In Fly Fishing with Leonardo da Vinci, David Ladensohn explores the extraordinary mind of the Renaissance master through the lens of water, fly-fishing, and curiosity. Blending biography, travelogue, and naturalist observation, Ladensohn follows Leonardo’s obsession with rivers and water currents—arguing with wit and wonder that da Vinci would have made the ideal fly-fishing guide. From Windsor Castle to the Arno River, and fishing spots across five continents, this engaging book connects the genius of the past with the passions of the present.
An imaginative and insightful biography through the lens of fly fishing
Features color reproductions of Leonardo’s rarely seen water studies
Covers fishing adventures in Italy, Bhutan, New Zealand, and more
Ideal for readers of nature writing, biography, art history, or angling literature
Includes reflections on science, curiosity, and the art of observation
Size: 6 x 8 inches
Pages: 208 pages
