SEA ANGLING FROM THE SHORE. By Ray Forsberg.

1982 1st edition. 8vo (142 x 222mm). Pp192. B/w photographs, line illustrations by Baz East. Dark blue boards, spine titled in gilt.

"A down-to earth, practical book about catching sea fish from our coastline. ...will smooth the path for any prospective shore caster." Chapters include: Shorefishing around our coastline; The modern tackle market; Rod types and how to choose them; Suitable reels for shorefishing; Other essential accessories; The angler's personal equipment; All about bait; Natural elements which affect shorefishing; The art of safe, trouble-free casting; Fish which may be caught from our shoreline; Successful methods, rigs and bait; Shore lore, night fishing and safety precautions.