Though fishing isn’t on my list of favorite pastimes, I found this small book fascinating.  It is full of tips on how to catch fish, but also takes readers to spots around the world where fish are caught.

Australia’s Sydney Harbor, the weir across Italy’s River Arno, and the Mekong River were the locations that interested me the most.  My vote for best picture goes to the Mekong fisherman holding a 644.6 pound catfish in his arms. It is the largest freshwater fish ever caught.

This book is a worthy addition to any library, and researching these fishing holes must have been great fun.  Short, factual text boxes, bright and attractive pictures, and helpful fishing tips are on every page.  A glossary explains fishing words.  Websites, books, and magazine titles are included.