Book description
From battling monsters from the deep, to the magic and mystery of fly
fishing-larger-than-life fish stories that are all true
Lifelong fisherman Paul Knight knows the thrill of the chase, the
one-on-one battle of endurance between man and beast that is sport
fishing. Like Hemingway, and legions of others who've tested
themselves against nature, author Paul Knight has traveled to remote
parts of the globe to reel in stories of epic adventures with rod and
line. In Amazing Fishing Stories, he takes readers on a
breathtaking expedition from frozen Russian rivers to the wild jungles
of India, detailing the heart-pounding capture of sailfish, tuna, and
shark and thrilling struggles with monsters from the deep.
There are wonderful stories of fly fishing, as Knight describes in
captivating detail the pursuit of salmon, trout, and more exotic sport
from the Scottish Highlands to the Indian jungle. International in
scope, and covering all types of fishing from open ocean to mountain
stream, this eclectic collection of well told fishing stories has
something for everyone.
- The book is a compelling and entertaining read that covers a
variety of fishing around the world
- The author is a leading figure among UK anglers, as CEO of
Salmon and Trout Association, and contributor to a wide range of
angling magazines, including Gamefisher
An ideal gift for the armchair enthusiast and active fisherman,
Amazing Fishing Stories is an exhilarating trek across the
globe, with a skilled fisherman and masterful writer, in search of the
perfect catch.
