If you buy just one book on fishing, this expert reference should be it. Comprehensively covering fly, sea, and coarse fishing (both from the shore and by boat), The Complete Guide to Fishing Skills explains the tackle, rigs, and baits to use, as well as detailing specific techniques, like ledgering, fly fishing, and trolling. From trout to shark, there’s also information on the fish themselves, as well as the best methods to use in pursuit of each species. Tony Whieldon’s uniquely clear and detailed drawings are combined with explanatory captions that ensure quick and easy access to a wealth of information, whether read at home or at water’s edge.
Tony Whieldon has been fishing since boyhood. He grew up in an area of trout streams and country estate lakes, so it is hardly surprising that he was bitten by the fishing bug so early. His favourite pursuits include fly fishing for trout, float fishing for roach and tench and trying to outwit grey mullet. Over the years, he has produced a wealth of illustrations for fishing magazines and books as well as privately commissioned paintings.