The Fishes of the Sea: Commercial and Sport Fishing in New England

Charterboat captain Preble gives an overview of the history of commercial and sport fishing in New England. Coverage includes, for example, descriptions of the major species, the disastrous overfishing of the 1980s, groundfishing legislation, and catch-and- release fishing. Stories of Preble's own fishing experiences are interspersed throughout the text. Preble is the New England editor of Salt Water Sportsman magazine.

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