MASTER FISHERMAN: CARP. By Kevin Clifford.

1989 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Pp144. Colour and b/w photographs, illustrations. Brown cloth, spine titled in gilt.

This book "is the distillation of more than three decades of hard-won experience. It combines a detailed and indispensable examination of the fish's natural history with a wealth of tried-and-tested advice on location, tackle, techniques, specialist rigs, and today's perplexing choice of baits. Winter carp fishing, still unexplored by many anglers, is the subject of a separate chapter. So are the wide choice of carp waters in Britain and the exciting opportunities for catching big carp in Europe. Throughout this book the author's invaluable insights into his success with carp - most of which he puts down to sheer hard work - are complemented by the thought-provoking contributions of other well-known carp specialists". Chapters include: Carp fishing today; The nature of the carp; The carp's habits and environment; Tackle; Locating carp; Baits; Tactics and techniques; Carp rigs; Winter carp fishing; Fishing in Europe; Responsibility and behaviour; A guide to carp waters in Britain.