In this comprehensive book, John Bailey covers the philosophy of freshwater fishing and the role of the angler-naturalist, and brings to the fore a deep appreciation of the behaviour of freshwater fish from asp to zander. He also considers the more practical issues of freshwater fishing.
"John Bailey's Complete Guide to Fishing" brings to the fore a deep appreciation of the behaviour of fish. Demonstrating a genuine concern for the environment, as well as a broad knowledge of fishing and a real sense of fun, John Bailey guides the expert and novice alike through all aspects of angling. "John Bailey's Complete Guide to Fishing" covers the philosophy of fishing and the role of the fisherman-naturalist, before considering more practical issues of fishing such as clothing, tackle, permits, bait, flies and much more. The author looks at fly fishing, bait fishing, lure fishing, carp fishing and sea fishing in all its possible variants, giving the kind of detail and encouragement to ensure that all those who participate in this increasingly popular hobby will get the very best out of their fishing. For the keener fisherman, he gives details of clubs and societies throughout the world and further information on planning local, national and international fishing trips. Beautifully illustrated with 300 full-colour photographs (many specially commissioned), this book is guaranteed to give much pleasure and insight to anglers at all levels.
Renowned angler and TV presenter John Bailey’s new guide to fishing covers all the practicalities involved in the art of fly, bait, lure, carp and sea fishing. Packed with information, this comprehensive book is illustrated with 300 stunning photographs of step-by-step techniques through to the catches themselves.
Following on the success of John Bailey's Complete Guide to Fishing, this comprehensive book takes an in-depth look at the ever-popular sport of fly fishing and presents a deep appreciation and understanding of the behaviour of fish such as trout, salmon and grayling. In John Bailey's Complete Guide to Fly Fishing, internationally renowned author, photographer and angler John Bailey covers the philosophy of fly fishing and the role of the angler-naturalist, before considering more practical issues of fly fishing such as tackle, permits, flies and much more. The author provides the right amount of detail and encouragement to ensure that all who participate, from the novice to the experienced angler, will get the very best out of their sport. Illustrated with 200 stunning full-colour photographs, John Bailey's Complete Guide to Fly Fishing is guaranteed to give much pleasure and insight to anglers at all levels.
This text profiles each of the main species of sporting freshwater fish, including their appearance, size, habitat and behaviour. It links each species to a detailed explanation of the particular equipment and techniques that should enable the angler to catch the fish.
John Bailey's guide to fishing covers all the practicalities involved in the art of fly-, bait-, lure-, carp- and sea-fishing. This comprehensive book is illustrated with 300 stunning photographs and step-by-step techniques.
A guide to understanding how to catch freshwater fish explains how fish behave and the ways in which this information can help fishermen obtain a successful catch.