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

~ Shaw Grigsby (Author), (Author)

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Product Description

Bass are the toughest, most finicky, and most difficult fish to catch -- unless you know where and how to fish for them. As a veteran of the top tier of tournament fishing, Shaw Grigsby certainly does. Taking readers into the exciting, highly competitive arena of tournament bass fishing, where a fisherman must respond to the mysterious "beckoning of the waters," Bass Master Shaw Grigsby is a consistently entertaining and informative first-person account of the education of one of the world's top sport fishermen.

Full of invaluable tactics, detailed illustrations, and never-before-revealed professional secrets, this book proves Grigsby to be a natural and gifted teacher as he focuses on the various aspects of successful bass fishing, from equipment and site selection to the importance of finding the perfect lure. A delightful book of lessons and tips, Bass Master Shaw Grigsby is written with the warmth and engaging style that have won Grigsby millions of admirers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: National Geographic (February 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0792276132
• ISBN-13: 978-0792276135
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #884,955 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)

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

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

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

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.