Trout Bum

The 40th anniversary edition of the enduring outdoors classic from the acknowledged master of fishing writers, John Gierach, including new, previously unpublished material and a foreword from Liam Neeson.

For four decades, Trout Bum has inspired anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. John Gierach didn’t just write about fly-fishing, he helped transform the sport from a technical pursuit to a way of life. Now, the 40th anniversary hardcover edition celebrates his enduring legacy with designed endpapers, never-before-published essays, and a brand-new foreword.

With his signature blend of humor and insight, Gierach brings the rivers and landscapes of the Rockies to life, capturing the emotional highs and lows every fly-fisherman knows—moments that are also unexpectedly spiritual, and (no less important) comical.

The touchstone of the literary fly-fishing tradition, Trout Bum is for anyone who values adventure, reflection, and a good cup of riverside coffee.