An investigation into the bioethics of fish pain and suffering leads
to a lifestyle-changing discovery for monster-fisher Mark Spitzer.
Monster Fishing is a bestiary of gar, sharks, ratfish, buffalo, carp,
pike, gaspergou, and the human spirit fighting to preserve a planet in
distress. After fifty years of fishing waters worldwide, extreme angler
Mark Spitzer takes a hard look at his impact on monster fish and their
environments. With plenty of humor and a slew of action-packed
adventures exploring both familiar and foreign waters during a deadly
global pandemic,
this deep dive into the neurobiology of fish suffering and stress
invites a new way of seeing aquatic species and holding ourselves
accountable for the health of our shared planet.