A unique work of reference covering records, for all salt and freshwater species around the world.Complete record lists from the world"s official angling bodies, including the Australian National Sportfishing Association, the Japan Game Fish Association, the Game Fish Union of Africa and Ireland"s Specialist Fish Committee.Personality profiles on the most prolific and highly-respected record-holders. Notes on many fish species.A detailed look at the rules of all major record-issuing associations.Amusing and true fishing anecdotes.Fully illustrated in colour and black and white.