Product Description

A book for a carp fishing enthusiast. This book tells the story of the author's love of carp fishing and his exploits in this field, covering some of the best English carp waters. Foreword by Rob Maylin.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #90417 in Books
• Published on: 1999-04
• Binding: Hardcover
• 318 pages

Customer Reviews

A Flawed Philosophy
Terry Hearn is arguably the most famous carp angler in the country, and his record marks him out as possibly the best. The book, amazingly, was written entirely by hand, and is a personal biography of the man as he grows from a youngster into a prolific and highly successful angler.

The book is not a "how to" work, but through the words there are any number of tips and opportunities to learn from a master. These are accompanied by some superb pictures of the increasingly large carp he has placed on the bank. There are also nine guest chapters from various other carp anglers who offer further advice and experienced techniques.

You can take a great deal from this book.

Having said that, there is something deeply disturbing about the read. The man has, without doubt, gone down in my estimation as he sets snares for squirrels, describes the beautiful birds that abound on our lakes as "filthy feathered", and would seem to have paid for his outings via tax-payer benefits.

One has to admire his dedication to his hobby and the immense amount of work he puts in in pursuit of his quarry. But I believe his philosophy is flawed, as he is focussed on catching carp to the exclusion of all else. He is even disdainful of all other species, including double figure Bream - they are treated as irritations. There is nothing in the book about the beauty of his surroundings, and the wonders of the venues and lakes he fishes. Ancient trees are there for climbing only; the glory of misty lilly pads are merely things to cast to; and the silence of a lake on a great night is nothing more than a bore to him.

I did learn from this book, but was left saddened and feeling that he has missed the point of fishing entire.

Inspirational
This is a very well written book that i could not put down. He's very honest and down to earth, and that comes across in the way the book reads.My wife bought this book for me and i read it over christmas, i must admit it's really got me eager to get on the bankside again.
There are some amazing photo's of some of the most beautiful carp in our country.
Add that and the fact that one of the worlds best anglers is giving you tips and advice in a very subtle way and you have a must have read for all anglers.