The Complete Guide to the Fish, Tackle and Techniques of Fresh and Saltwater Angling
The most comprehensive single-volume guide to both sea and freshwater fishing.
One of the most popular particpatory sports, fishing offers an unparalleled range of styles, from the patient pursuit of trout on quiet streams to the thrill of big-game fishing on the open sea. The New Encyclopedia of Fishing starts by examining all kinds of tackle, then goes on to display the full range of baits, flies and lures.
At the heart of the book is a directory of over 200 freshwater and marine fish species, explaining where in the world each species is to be found, and how it is most likely to be caught.
All the basic techniques of freshwater and saltwater angling are covered in detail. Classic rigs for every style of fishing are shown, and step-by-step sequences clarify all stages of casting, playing and landing.