BIG GAME FISHING. By Trevor Housby.

1985 1st edition. 8vo (142 x 223mm). Pp142. Colour photographs, b/w illustrations. Grey boards, spine titled in gilt.

"...a practical illustrated guide, taking in all the major species of big game fish to be caught in British and European waters. It is also a highly entertaining and informative introduction to the skills that Trevor Housby uses to hook and boat these hard-fighting fish... In each chapter of this book he details his techniques and the tackle needed to take each big game species, then describes his own experiences catching that species; giving even the most experienced fisherman a valuable chance to pick up some extra tips and secrets". Chapters include: Broadbill fishing; Halibut fishing; Marlin fishing; Shark fishing; Giant skate fishing; Tuna fishing; Wreck fishing; Wrecking for conger; Other big game fish.