NORTH AMERICAN SALTWATER FISHING. By Al Ristori.

1989 1st edition. 4to (230 x 302mm). Pp96. Colour photographs. Grey cloth, spine titled in white.

"The immense coastline of the North American continent provides an endlessly varied challenge to the sport fisherman: from bluefish to barracuda, from snook to snapper, the seas teem with different species... Every step of the way to success is illustrated with full-color photographs of tackle, fish species, demonstrations of methods, and likely locations. Rods and reels, lines, lures and accessories, electronics, boats and motors, all are given a critical review based upon the author's years of marine experience. How to read the water, understand the effect of the weather, how to 'feel' the rod and lure, how to conserve energy when fighting a big game fish... Full descriptions are provided - of location, feeding habits and fishing strategy - for all the main saltwater species, plus information on what you can expect to find where - and when - from striped bass in Nova Scotia to mako sharks in June off New Jersey". Chapters include:- The lure of saltwater fishing; Saltwater fishing tackle; Saltwater fishing skills; Major saltwater species; Technique and strategy; Where to go.