Tllb: ROACH. 



fectly harmless . when stewed in the same manner as 

 Carp, they are far from indifferent food, especially 

 during Winter and Spring. 



CHAP. X. 



The Roach. 

 Unwary Roach the sandy bottom choose. 



Roach are very numerous in most rivers in England, 

 and by some Avriters they are considered a silly Fish, 

 and easily to be taken 5 but it requires much skill and 

 practice, with a quick eye, fine tackle, and a steady 

 hand, before any one can pretend to the character 

 of a good Roach Angler. I will admit that in ponds, 

 where they are half-starved. Roach are easily taken. 



