SIGHT-FISHING THE FLATS AND BEYOND. By Captain Nick Karas.

2008 1st edition. 4to paperback (216 x 279mm). Ppvi,106. Colour photographs throughout, colour illustrations and charts.

Sound, practical advice on how to find your fish by sight on the Florida flats. Fish swimming and feeding in shallow water are not immediately obvious but there are subtle clues. The author "helps you to understand and apply [suitable] tactics. He tells you how to choose fly-fishing tackle, flies, spinning gear, and gives tips on sight-fishing the surf, and tidal ponds". Chapters include: Atlantic inshore species; Southeastern Atlantic and Gulf inshore species; Tarpon, ladyfish, bluefish, and dolphin; Boats; Fly-fishing tackle; Flies; Spinning gear; Clothing and accessories; Where and how to look for fish; The perfect sight-fishing day; Fishing the mini-flats; Tidal pond tactics; Riding the tide; Fishing in shallow water; Maximizing your flats fishing; The future of sight fishing.