I grew up without an angling mentor. I simply developed a fascination with fishing from a very young age and quickly became an angler - albeit an unprepared, disorganised, clueless one.
In 1981 I recieved a book for Christmas - "The Young Anglers Handbook" by Peter Morland. I found it absolutely invaluable. I read it and read it again. Then, as I slowly began to catch a few fish, I used the individual chapters on species to learn the basics of catching them. I learnt how to catch roach, then perch, then bream, then carp.
I have no idea who Peter Morland is/was, but what I do know is that noone read his book more than I did. I can still remember every page, every picture. The images thrilled me and made my heart race. His advice got me catching fish.
So, Peter Morland, I owe you a massive debt of gratitude. Many anglers quote Bernard Venables or **** Wicker as inspirations, but you were one to me!
Did anyone else read this book, or have another which gave them so much pleasure?
In 1981 I recieved a book for Christmas - "The Young Anglers Handbook" by Peter Morland. I found it absolutely invaluable. I read it and read it again. Then, as I slowly began to catch a few fish, I used the individual chapters on species to learn the basics of catching them. I learnt how to catch roach, then perch, then bream, then carp.
I have no idea who Peter Morland is/was, but what I do know is that noone read his book more than I did. I can still remember every page, every picture. The images thrilled me and made my heart race. His advice got me catching fish.
So, Peter Morland, I owe you a massive debt of gratitude. Many anglers quote Bernard Venables or **** Wicker as inspirations, but you were one to me!
Did anyone else read this book, or have another which gave them so much pleasure?
