Dr. Shipp has accomplished a rare feat: He has written a scientifically accurate book that is easy & fun to read. Although Dr. Shipp is a professor of biology at the University of South Alabama he hasn't forgotten his original love of marine biology. Every fish that one is likely to encounter in our region of the Gulf is included in this book. For you fishermen, there is interesting reading about all of your favorites, including red snapper, ling, sheepshead, Spanish mackerel & more. Each species' distinguishing characteristics, size, range & abundance & habits are discussed. Entertaining personal anecdotes, & comments on life history, commercial value, edibility, etc., highlight each description. A black-&-white photograph or line drawing illustrates each species, & 32 color plates provide an introduction to the beauty & variety of the Gulf's fishes. This book is a must for all those interested in the Gulf of Mexico & who want to know more about the fishes that live there. I recommend it--Mobile Press Register. Available through KME Seabooks, P.O. Box 81124, Mobile, AL 36689. Tel. (205) 460-6351.