BY THE BOOK

For many fishermen, this passion transcends time on the water. Not only do we enjoy the act of catching billfish, but we also enjoy the learning process. Fishermen often—and some might say always—think about fishing, even in their downtime. One of the byproducts of this affection is the book. For proof that fishermen enjoy reading about fishing just as much as they enjoy the sport itself, just take a picture of yourself reading this article and circle back. We’ll wait.

Beyond the pages of , there are a number of books that have been written by—and about—notable captains. Here is a rundown of four recent fishing books for your reading enjoyment. Rather than providing our