Fishers of the Past
Uncovering the Ancient Techniques of Nets, Traps, and Spearfishing
Failed to add items
Sorry, we are unable to add the item because your shopping cart is already at capacity.
Add to Cart failed.
Please try again later
Add to Wish List failed.
Please try again later
Remove from wishlist failed.
Please try again later
Adding to library failed
Please try again
Follow podcast failed
Please try again
Unfollow podcast failed
Please try again
Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks, and podcasts.
You will get an email reminder before your trial ends.
Audible Plus auto-renews for $7.95/mo after 30 days. Upgrade or cancel anytime.
Fishers of the Past
Narrated by:
Virtual Voice
Buy for $4.99
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Taxes where applicable.
-
Narrated by:
-
Virtual Voice
This title uses virtual voice narration
Virtual voice is computer-generated narration for audiobooks.
About this listen
This literary masterpiece weaves through layers of historical significance, exploring the profound impact of primitive fishing on societies, philosophy, arts, symbolism, and rituals. Multilayered and engaging, "Fishers of the Past" guides you through the labyrinth of time, transcending eras by holding a mirror to the past and reflecting on the present and future of fishing.
The captivating narrative also takes a deep dive into the art of net-making, enabling readers to comprehend various types of nets used in ancient times, the materials they were made up of, and guide to creating a basic fishing net. This is further complemented by a complete guide to mastering net fishing, encompassing casting techniques, adapting to different water types, and crucial safety precautions.
Akin to fish in the water, the story ebbs and flows between different themes, introducing a world of primitive traps and their construction. Coupled with tips on scouting locations, baiting, setting, checking traps, and ensuring safety, this exciting narrative promises to keep readers hooked.
Further, the tale explores in-depth the sphere of spearfishing, unravelling various primitive spears' designs and a step-by-step guide on constructing the first fishing spear.
The final chapters bring a comparative analysis of nets, traps, and spears, their ecological implications, knowledge gained through primitive fishing, and an enlightening overview of utilizing these techniques in modern times.
In the end, "Fishers of the Past" ingeniously blends historical knowledge with practical insights, making it an enlightening read that will captivate, inform, and stimulate curious minds. Whisking the reader away to the grandeur of the past, this ebook is not just an exploration of ancient fishing techniques; it is an ode to human resilience and creativity that refines one's perspective of our connection to nature and its bounty. Experience this enthralling journey with "Fishers of the Past," which is now available on Amazon!
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_webcro768_stickypopup
What listeners say about Fishers of the Past
Average customer ratingsOverall
Performance
Story
Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
Sort by:
Filter by:
-
Overall2 out of 5 stars
-
Performance1 out of 5 stars
-
Story1 out of 5 stars
- Bob
- 01-23-25
High school label essay
Painful. No images. No scholarship. It’s a high school paper that just won’t stop. It’s hard to imagine this author has more ch experience with his or her subject.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!