THREE NEW
"COMPLEAT ANGLER" BOOKS

written & edited by

COLIN M. JARMAN

A FISHING TRILOGY ... 350 YEARS IN THE MAKING

The 17th Century classic fishing manuals reimagined for today's Angler
As well as publishing an original Part Three novel (set in May 2000) that revisits the originals' fishing lesson storyline, Colin has also edited & written much more readable & relateable versions of Walton's & Cotton's iconic fishing manuals from the mid-1600s.

The Compleat Angler - Part One:
Bait-Fishing on the River Lea
by Izaak Walton (1653)
Reimagined by Colin M Jarman (2026)

An inspired reimagination of Izaak Walton's classic 1653 fishing manual edited to accentuate the angling content and action ... without all the extraneous non-fishing distractions (ie. the boring bits).

This ground-breaking 2026 Angler's edition is stocked full of copious notes and comments from a myriad of legendary angling writers from across the intervening centuries.

A unique feature in this edition is the editor's in-depth logistical overview of Walton's epic four-day fishing lesson cum adventure along the River Lea - north of London.

Size: 9 x 6 ins
Pages: 250
Fully Illustrated
ISBNs:
Pbk: 9781907338380
Hbk: 9781907338427

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The Compleat Angler - Part Two:
Fly-Fishing on the River Dove
by Charles Cotton (1676)
Reimagined by Colin M Jarman (2026)

A companion book to Jarman's remarkable reimagining of Walton's Part One, this edition sees an equally erudite editorial overhaul of Charles Cotton's critically-acclaimed Part Two fly-fishing manual.

Where Walton's Part One focused on coarse fishing, Cotton's fly-fishing masterpiece still contains much useful advice that still resonates with today's fly-angling aficionados.

Set on the historic River Dove that flows through Cotton's Staffordshire estate, it also follows a fishing lesson over three days set alongside Cotton's iconic Fishing House.

Size: 9 x 6 ins
Pages: 276
Fully Illustrated
ISBNs:
Pbk: 9781907338397
Hbk: 9781907338434

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The Compleat Angler - Part Three:
Fly-Fishing on the River Frome
by Colin M Jarman
(2026)

Inspired by the original two Compleat Angler books, Colin M Jarman's Part Three is an uproariously updated fictional interpretation and recasting of those 17th century classic fishing manuals for the modern day.

TCA3 is a comic novel that casually casts into the murky waters of literary history and reels in startling new truths and shocking twists about The Compleat Angler and its celebrated co-authors & legendary fishing buddies: Izaak Walton & Charles Cotton.

The story follows a fly-fishing lesson on the banks of the River Frome chalkstream in Dorset.

Size: 9 x 6 ins
Pages: 300

ISBNs:
Pbk: 9781907338403
Hbk: 9781907338441

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HOW DO THE NEW VERSIONS IMPROVE ON THE ORIGINALS?

Below are some examples comparing like for like pages from the original books to Colin's updated, illustrated / reimagined versions:

Part One - Chapter Four: Nature of the Trout
The 1964 version shown is 100% unboken text single page (left); the revised covers two pages with illustrations, explanatory notes, quotes, headings, sub-titles, locations, timelines, expanded text & additional dialogue. This more open and informative format is typical of both 2026 revisions.

Part Two - Chapter Five: On Fly-Fishing
As above this 1964 version is 100% unboken text single page (left); the revised 2026 edition covers two pages with all the upgrades and additional content as above.
These revisions are much clearer, more readable & more informative than former versions.

THE COMPLEAT ANGLER TRILOGY

All three books are available as a Boxed Set in a bespoke protective slipcase.

Details of Boxed Sets availability, pricing and ordering to follow.

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BACKGROUND TO THE COMPLEAT ANGLER TRILOGY

The following pages introduce the two original books, the co-authors, the novel (set in May 2000), the rivers featured in the three books ... as well as revealing background research, video & photos behind the rewrites and TCA3 novel.

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PARTS ONE & TWO (1653-76)

A detailed look at the original two Parts and their authors - Izaak Walton & Charles Cotton.
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PART THREE (2026)

Outline of this contemporary continuation novel set on the River Frome in Dorset, in 2000.
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RIVER FROME

Overview of this Southern chalkstream - the main setting for TCA3.
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RIVER DOVE

Photos and videos of Colin's trips to the historic limestone stream following in the footsteps of Walton & Cotton.
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CHARLES COTTON'S FISHING HOUSE

History and photos of Charles Cotton's mythical Fishing Temple.

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COMPLEAT ANGLER & CONSERVATION

How Walton & Cotton were at the forefront of the river conservation and fish management back in the 17th century.

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COLIN M JARMAN - AUTHOR

The Author's literary, media and angling background.
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COMPLEAT ANGLER FORUMS

Join the online discussion on all things Compleat Angler and Fly-Fishing.
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COMPLEAT ANGLER PODCAST

"WHAT WOULD IZAAK DO?"
An irreverent nostalgia trip traversing the world of fishing through the eyes of Izaak Walton (if he were alive today).
COMING SOON !

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CONTACT

For any follow up questions or enquiries
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“The Compleat Angler is about how to dream, and that is why we love it … This book has lasted so long because fishing has a mystery at its heart.”

Howell Raines,
Intro to 'The Compleat Angler' (1997 edition)

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THREE NEW"COMPLEAT ANGLER" BOOKS

written & edited by

COLIN M. JARMAN

A FISHING TRILOGY ... 350 YEARS IN THE MAKING

HOW DO THE NEW VERSIONS IMPROVE ON THE ORIGINALS?

Part Two - Chapter Five: On Fly-FishingAs above this 1964 version is 100% unboken text single page (left); the revised 2026 edition covers two pages with all the upgrades and additional content as above. These revisions are much clearer, more readable & more informative than former versions.

THE COMPLEAT ANGLER TRILOGY

All three books are available as a Boxed Set in a bespoke protective slipcase.

BACKGROUND TO THE COMPLEAT ANGLER TRILOGY

The following pages introduce the two original books, the co-authors, the novel (set in May 2000), the rivers featured in the three books ... as well as revealing background research, video & photos behind the rewrites and TCA3 novel.

Click on the header to visit that page

COMPLEAT ANGLER PODCAST

“The Compleat Angler is about how to dream, and that is why we love it … This book has lasted so long because fishing has a mystery at its heart.”

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TCA3

THREE NEW
"COMPLEAT ANGLER" BOOKS

Part Two - Chapter Five: On Fly-Fishing
As above this 1964 version is 100% unboken text single page (left); the revised 2026 edition covers two pages with all the upgrades and additional content as above.
These revisions are much clearer, more readable & more informative than former versions.