PIKE AND FRESHWATER PREDATOR FISHING IN THE BRITISH ISLES. Edited by Dr Steve Rogowski.

2008 1st edition. 4to (195 x 252mm). Pp219. Colour photographs and colour illustrations, bibliography. Blue boards, spine titled in gilt.

A detailed guide to modern British predator fishing. A chapter each on pike, catfish, eels, perch and zander. Chub, trout and salmon all get a mention too, whilst tackle and techniques are discussed in depth with frequent references to the authors' own experiences. The editor provides a concluding essay on future prospects for these species, especially in the light of climate change. Chapters include: Pike and freshwater predator fishing in the British Isles by Steve Rogowski; Pike by Steve Rogowski; Catfish by Simon Clarke; Eels by Steve Ormrod; Perch by Mark Barrett; Zander by Neville Fickling; Challenges and future prospects by Steve Rogowski.