Bass Master Shaw Grigsby : Notes on Fishing and Life (Hardcover)

~ Shaw Grigsby (Author)

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The bass is the ultimate American fish, flourishing from the Atlantic to the Pacific, from Mexico to Canada and everywhere in between. Bass fishing is bigger than golf and tennis combined, with more than 30 million anglers matching wits with this canny and aggressive prey. For some, it's a beloved pastime; for others it's a consuming passion. For Shaw Grigsby, it's nothing less than a way of life.

He's a legendary figure in the enormous fraternity of bass anglers, a veteran of eight BASS Masters Classics, the sport's most prestigious event. He's won five major tournaments along with dozens of other competitions, and taken home more than a million dollars in prize money. He's a consummate professional -- and once you nibble at his irresistible book, he'll hook you just as surely as the bass he stalks so skillfully.

Bass Master Shaw Grigsby is Shaw Grigsby at his best -- and when it comes to bass, nobody's better. Even the most seasoned angler will find tips and strategies galore, on everything from fine-tuning a lure to thinking like a fish, and his soft-spoken, infectious enthusiasm will catch the imagination of newcomers everywhere. You'll learn where to find the fish in any kind of water and any kind of weather: how to sense the patterns that consistently produce results: what casting technique works best in any given conditions: when to coax a bass and when to challenge him: and even why a handsaw can make the difference between a disappointing day and a world-class weigh-in.

Shaw Grigsby shares his extraordinary fishing expertise with a modesty and generosity that's all too rare in today's hyper, high-pressure world, but he does something more. In telling his own story and those of other anglers he's known in his long career, he works a very special kind of magic that combines the spirit of a true sportsman with a deep respect for nature. And as he teaches you just about everything there is to know about the art of bass fishing, he'll teach you more than a little about life itself.

Only a handful of anglers are lucky enough to enjoy a day on the water with Shaw Grigsby, but in its wonderful mix of lessons and lore, excitement and sheer exhilaration. Bass Master Shaw Grigsby really is the next best thing to being there.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: National Geographic (October 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0792273761
• ISBN-13: 978-0792273769
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,897,311 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small but Powerful, February 11, 2003

By	Richard Kraneis (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Bass Master Shaw Grigsby: Notes on Fishing and Life (Paperback)

I give this book a 5, and I own a lot of fishing books.

When I first purchased the book it seemed a bit small, would it be worth it? It was.

In short chapters it discusses how to improve your fishing, tournament ethics, and family fishing. That's a lot of ground.

Tired of all those birds nests in your spinning reel? Why not follow Shaw's advice and cast and tug your line gently. No more snarls. Shaw doesn't use the word ethics but that's what he's talking about for tournaments. Read it, and you'll fish differently with your buddies. As for family, Shaw's kind remarks about his wife, kids and dad are special.

I didn't realize it until now but this is a great kid's book also. It works on different levels. Hope the review helps.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Shaw Grigsby is a master human being., July 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Bass Master Shaw Grigsby: Notes on Fishing and Life (Paperback)

As a novice fisherman, I found that Shaw Grigsby has a grasp of what one needs to become a "real fisherman." It takes alot more than casting and hoping that a fish will take the bait. It is a very cerebral sport and Mr. Grigsby is able to get across in his writing how to fish the correct way and to be most productive in your endeavor. One thing that made me feel good was when he wrote about even the best fishermen, champions, sometimes getting "Skunked." Just a real delight to read and very easy reading too. My most recent fising trip was kind of a flop, but I did use his advice and it worked. Wonderful book for the novice or the veteran fisherman. Would love to meet Shaw Grigsby and pick his mind on the wonderful sport of fishing.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OUTSTANDING!, March 16, 2000

By	Chris Born (Kansas, USA) - See all my reviews

I've probably read almost every fishing book available, but Shaw Grigsby's book is the best. Not only does it teach you advanced fishing techniques, but it reminds you about what's really important in life. Reading this book made me a better fisherman and a better person. You should read this book, and then read it again.