Bob Rich may very well be the Don Quixote of fishing, always on a quest for the most memorable experiences on the water. His first book, Fish Fights, has since been revised and retitled Why We Fish, which more clearly reflects its expanded focus. The original work follows his attempt to qualify for membership in the Metropolitan South Florida Fishing Hall of Fame. In Why We Fish, he broadens his scope to a worldwide scale, and the result is a delightful and inspiring chronicle about his search to discover what drives all anglers in their hunt for fish.
A former president of the United States (George Herbert Walker Bush), a Hall of Fame slugger (Ted Williams), the world’s most famous bass fisherman (Bill Dance), and an Olympic skier (Andy Mill) are just a few of the friends Bob enlists to help in his search. Interesting people and passionate anglers all, they share with a fishing buddy their first memories of fishing, reflections on what impact the sport has had on their lives, and why they love to fish.
Their stories, as told to an ardent and articulate brother of the angle, make Why We Fish a very special book and an enjoyable read. Through it all, you’ll feel part of the fishing fraternity that includes Bob, his friends, and the many anglers he meets on his journey around the fresh and salt waters of the world.
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What Readers Are Saying
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Bob Rich is one of the truly great fishermen I know. He is a skilled angler for all kinds of fish. But equally important, he has great respect for fisheries. Bob is a true sportsman and a wonderful, warm human being. I love reading his books and am proud to call him ‘friend’.
George Herbert Walker Bush
41st President of the United States
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Reading Bob Rich on fishing is as much fun as being there. No one is better at translating our passion for the sport into words.
Captain Ted Lund
Editor of Fly Fishing in Salt Waters
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Bob Rich has four wonderful attributes: He’s a great angler, a great storyteller, a great writer, and last, but not least, a great gentleman whom we all admire.
Stu Apte
IGFA Hall of Fame Angler
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If Bob asks, ‘Did I tell you about that big fish I caught?’ say what I say, ‘No, and I appreciate it’.
Bill Dance
Hall of Fame Bass Master
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Bob Rich is our modern-day Hemingway and the only fellow I know who claims to have released the world-record sailfish caught on fly.
Johnny Morris
Founder of Bass Pro Shops
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A man’s approach to fishing says a lot about his approach to life. . . Bob is a gentle and generous spirited man in both.
John Bailey
Author of John Bailey’s Complete Guide to Fly Fishing
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Who we are and why we fish is defined by balancing an insatiable passion with the good, the bad, and the ugly. Bob Rich’s Why We Fish has captured it all.
Andy Mill
Five-time Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament Champion