To Catch a Fish

Description

To Catch a Fish is a collection of fishing essays from best-selling author Mark Kurlansky. As the cover states, Kurlansky’s essays explore the joys, frustrations, curiosity, and allure of fishing. The 40 essays in this collection are witty, entertaining, and informative, and from the perspective of someone who fishes, very accurate. This is not Kurlansky’s first book on fishing, so some of his stories are familiar, but no less enjoyable. As a journalist, former commercial fisherman, and fishing enthusiast, Kurlansky is uniquely qualified to write this book.

The book is laid out in three parts: Part One, ‘Catching Fish;’ Part Two, ‘What Do I Do With It Now?;’ and Part Three, ‘Fishing by the Book.’ In Part One, Kurlansky covers all types of fishing, from the simplest pursuit of catching fish in a local pond with nothing more than a worm, hook, string, and stick, to the commercial fishing industry. Part Two covers everything from cleaning to cooking and should not be read on an empty stomach. Kurlansky offers a few recipes and more than a few stories about great dining experiences. Part Three is all about the art of writing about fishing. Kurlansky’s book is not a how-to guide, but rather a collection of reflections on the joys of fishing.”