This book offers a wealth of advice and information on the equipment and techniques needed to catch every type of freshwater and marine fish. At the heart of the book is an illustrated directory of over 200 fresh and saltwater species, with information on where in the world they are to be found, how to identify them, and how best to catch them. All the basic angling techniques are covered in detail, with informative step-by-step sequences to clarify all the stages of casting, playing and landing. A bait catalogue covers every type of lure and fly, as well as how to use and tie them.