Zane Grey is still giving to SportFishing!

[Admin]

Well today I'm able to show you all something that I have been watching and hearing about for a few years now.
For those of you that are fishing history Buffs, this is one book that you must have.

I got to speak to Wayne Bisbee today and after hearing how many books were sold I begged him to allow me to announce this here. He has a event schedule coming up that will no doubt sell this out and I wanted you all to have a shot at this.

This book is no doubt the perfect gift for a SportFishermen!
So if you have trouble finding the perfect gift for someone you enjoy SportFishing with get them a copy for the boat or the home Collection Room!

Thanks again Wayne for allowing me to share this!



1st Edition Zane Grey Book Now Available in Collector’s Release
February 4, 2009



ZG Collections is proud to announce the publication of Zane Grey’s Tales of The Gladiator. As the first Grey book to be published in more than 75 years, this never-before-seen manuscript is a six-year, day-by-day account of the offshore adventures of the legendary Western novelist and his
crew as they fished the Southern California coast aboard Grey’s yacht, Gladiator. Anglers & collectors alike will thrill in reading these detailed accounts of the early days of big-game sportfishing.


Tales of The Gladiator passionately describes every fish sighting, hook-up and battle as only Grey could. These wonderful tales are showcased in an edition that surpasses similar collectible works of the era and is sure to be the focal point of any great collection of 1st Editions, SportingBooks or American Westerns.

The book contains 40 historic photographs, many of which have also never been published. Edited by award-winning journalist Capt. Dave Lear, each chapter is also complimented with a beautiful, content-specific illustration by acclaimed marine illustrator Steve Goione.

The Limited 1st Edition Collector’s release of only 2,500 books are hand-made from the finest Scandinavian aniline leather and period-perfect, exquisite, hand-marbled French paper with unique patterns originating from when marbling was first invented.
The book is finished with brilliantly accented gold leaf trim in a three-quarter Moroccan style indicative of turn of the century publishing. They are numbered by hand and presented in a beautifully finished, hand-made sail-cloth accented gift box. A certificate of authenticity, also individually signed and numbered by ZGC, is included with each book.

Since the books are bound one at a time by Y&G Bookbinding, a family-owned and operated historic book repair and preservation bindery, collectors have the opportunity to order their copy with a personalized, custom page bound into the book.




ZG Collections has also commissioned sculptor Chris Barela to create a limited edition series of bronze sculptures. The first, entitled The Gladiator, depicts Zane engaged in his epic battle with the 582-pound world record swordfish
caught on June 29, 1926 as described in the book.



Limited edition signed and numbered giclée prints of the six beautiful chapter illustrations are also being offered by Steve T. Goione through Z.G. Collections.

The entire line has been specifically created with the collector in mind. The books, art and sculptures are available with matching edition numbers, elevating the excitement, value and personal satisfaction of serious collectors.

About Tales of The Gladiator

Recently published in an high-end Limited Collector’s Edition, Tales of the Gladiator is a never
before seen manuscript covering a 6-year (1921-1926), day-by-day recount of the offshore encounters of Zane Grey and his friends and family as they traveled the Southern California shorelines and islands aboard Zane’s yacht, Gladiator. It passionately describes each and every fish sighting, hook-up and battle along the way, as only Zane could. The book contains 40 historic photographs, many of which have also never been published. The book was edited by award winning journalist Capt. Dave Lear, and each chapter is complimented with beautiful, content-specific illustrations by acclaimed marine illustrator Steve T. Goione.

About Zane Grey

Zane Grey’s writing career spanned more than 50 years. During this period his tales of the American West mesmerized millions of readers around the world. In addition to penning nearly 100 bestselling novels, Grey published several books about his true life fishing adventures as he traveled to many of the world’s most exotic locales. He was also responsible for 100 movie script adaptations and the Zane Grey Theater of 1950s popularity.

About Z.G. Collections
ZGC was formed with the express purpose of publishing recently-discovered manuscripts by Western novelist and legendary adventurer Zane Grey. ZGC is able to offer several exclusive historical documents and products that were discovered and acquired for ZGC from the private collections of Zane’s personal friends and family during the 1990s.



Featuring the art of renowned marine artist Steve T. Goione.
Edited by award-winning outdoor writer Capt. Dave Lear.

Click here to pick up your copy now

[paul708]

that looks awesome john.
sounds like a real piece of work.
thanks for bringing that to us.

[Questsportfishing]

At 45 years old of course I never met him but I sat in the room while 'friends' spoke of him and thier days of fishing with him. He dodn't write books, nor did he kill every fish he caught, he loved this sport, he Loved his family and friends. He took kids, ladies and anyone in the immediate area of the boat fishing when the boat pulled out. He knew the respect of the ocean and was missed by a lot of people when he was not around anymore. Sometimes you don't see the dates someone was born on or the date they passed ... but that little dash in between has so much to offer.. to be a better man, honest and steady has always been important to me ..because of people like my grandfather and his friends. Not long ago while in the keys fishing and drinking rum; I thought that they all must be up there playing cards and laughing about the days gone by... make the most of yours while your here!

[gradywhite273]

some neat stuff there, as you go deeper into the website, there is some other really cool stuff also. Infact, it friday that means payday, that means i can support the economy some more. time to place the order.

[WAHOONBOX]

I AM HONORED TO HAVE CONSULTED THE LATE ZANE GREY FOR YEARS....I HAVE MY OWN ZANE GREY MEMORIAL JUST OUTSIDE OF TOWN THAT I CAN GO TO AND GET MY OFFSHORE HEAD STRAIGHT PRIOR TO MY TOURNAMENTS


THIS MEMORIAL WAS ESTABLISHED OUT OF REVERENCE FOR THIS MAN OF THE ROD


THANKS DUDE FOR ALL THE PAST HELP AND WISDOM AND THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR HELP IN FINDING MY INTERNET USERNAME IN YOUR WESTERN NOVEL "LAST OF THE PLAINSMEN"


"WE SHALL SHOUT OUT THE WORD WAHOOOOO!!!! SO THAT WE CAN BE HEARD LOUD & CLEAR!"

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