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Hunting and Fishing from A to Zern by Ed Zern (1985 Hardcover with Dust Jacket)

Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman or just appreciate a clever yarn, this vintage book delivers wit, wisdom, and wild tales from the woods and streams.

With humorous essays that poke fun at everything from bass fishing to duck blinds, Ed Zern brings the sportsman's life to the page with a wink and a nudge. This classic is a quirky addition to any cabin bookshelf, lodge lounge, or vintage sporting collection.

Quick Specs

∙ Item Type: Vintage Hardcover Book with Dust Jacket
∙ Size: 9.5x6.5x1 inches (approx)
∙ Publisher: Nick Lyons Books
∙ Color: Green cover under illustrated dust jacket
∙ Origin or Maker: Ed Zern, published by Simon and Schuster
∙ Year or Era: 1985
∙ Genre: Outdoor Humor / Sporting Essays
∙ ISBN: 0832904147

Condition

∙ Dust jacket shows moderate wear with edge tears and surface rubbing
∙ Cover boards beneath are clean and intact
∙ Pages are crisp with light yellowing typical for age
∙ Binding is secure and fully readable
∙ See all photos for detail, sold as pictured

About the Author

Ed Zern was an American humorist, columnist, and conservationist best known for his satirical takes on hunting and fishing in Field & Stream. His witty commentary offered a fresh spin on outdoor sportswriting in the mid-20th century.

A 1985 hardcover of Ed Zern's humorous sporting essays, for the cabin or lodge shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.

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