Striper Wars An American Fish Story Author:Dick Russell When commercial overfishing sent striped bass populations into free fall in the 1980s, Dick Russell emerged as a key spokesman in a long-shot crusade by dedicated fishermen to save them. Striper Wars is Russell?s vibrant account of their thrilling, yet tenuous — victory, complete with heroes and villains. In one of nature?s great comebacks, groun... more »dbreaking moratoriums
allowed the striper population to rebound more than tenfold. Yet today, the striper faces new threats, including a deadly bacterial disease. While perils persist, Dick Russell?s inspiring account offers fundamental lessons
about the power of civic action and the necessity of a holistic approach to conservation.« less