To Catch a Fish

“Kurlansky’s research-filled love letter to fishing will appeal equally to seasoned fishers and complete novices.”—Library Journal

"Kurlansky showcases his passions for fishing, writing about fishing, and fish cookery in this inviting collection of 40 pithy essays that mixes tales about fishing in different places and circumstances with instructions and tips... Kurlansky’s instructive and inspirational essays are accompanied by vivid, finely detailed paintings by Bri Dostie, a nature-focused artist, teacher, and Registered Maine Recreation and Fishing Guide."—Booklist

"This informative book is almost a guilty pleasure. It is perfectly paired with lovely illustrations that make reading about fishing even better than actually going fishing-at least until one finishes the book."—Carl Safina, PhD, author of Song for the Blue Ocean and Alfie & Me

"Lifting the hood on his deep, personal relationship with the ocean, Kurlansky reveals that fishing is, in the most profound sense, meditation."—Paul Greenberg, best-selling author of Four Fish

"Mark Kurlansky puts you in the angling moment as fully as anyone who has ever written about this wonderful pastime."—Peter Kaminsky, author of The Zen of Flyfishing