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The Courts of the Morning · Chapter
Dedication explained
A poetic dedication to Ferris Greenslet, celebrating the shared love of fly fishing across different landscapes, from the Beaverkill to the Dee, and affirming a bond that transcends geography and time.
What happens
A poetic dedication to Ferris Greenslet, celebrating the shared love of fly fishing across different landscapes, from the Beaverkill to the Dee, and affirming a bond that transcends geography and time.
Key passages
“The trout that haunts the Beaverkill Will flick the same sarcastic tail, When badly struck, as him my skill Would vainly lure from Tweed or Kale.”
The trout in the Beaverkill behaves just like those in Scottish rivers, mocking a poor cast.
Compares fishing experiences across continents.
“Your land, old friend, is one with mine, Whate’er may hap from time or tide, While, with St. Izaak the Divine, We worship at the waterside.”
Our countries are united through our shared devotion to fishing, regardless of worldly events.
Affirms the bond of friendship through a common passion.