THE ENGLISH GENTLEMAN'S GOOD FISHING GUIDE. By Douglas Sutherland. Illustrated by Alasdair Hilleary.

1990 1st edition. Small 8vo (133 x 204mm). Ppxiv,92. B/w illustrations by Alasdair Hilleary. Green boards, spine titled in gilt.

In this book, "a sequel to his Good Shooting Guide, Douglas Sutherland sets out to equip the embryo fisherperson ...not only with the right sort of tackle but with the savoir faire and knowledge of the etiquette of the river bank". With the usual large dose of self-mockery. Chapters include: First pick your fish; Getting equipped - the right rod, the right lures, the right accessories, the right clothes; The royal connection; Ladies first; The ghillie; Big fish; The compleat angler; Poaching ways; Mind your manners; Conservation and the law; Some coarse thoughts; Counting the cost.