"Gone fishin.'" Who among us -- even if we don't know a reel from a rod -- hasn't yearned to switch off the computer, pull the shades, and play hooky in the middle of a sunny afternoon? Now's your chance to make that fantasy a reality.
James Prosek knows all about fishing. The author of "Trout: An Illustrated History" and "Joe & Me: An Education in Fishing and Friendship," he has been called "the Audubon of the fishing world" by the New York Times. Now, he's hung out the "Gone Fishin'" sign, to follow in the footsteps of Izaak Walton, author of the definitive 1653 fishing tome, "The Compleat Angler." Filled with tales of Prosek's travels and illustrated with his own dazzling watercolors, "The Complete Angler: A Connecticut Yankee Follows in the Footsteps of Walton" offers the perfect escape for enthusiasts and armchair anglers alike.
To celebrate the publication of this beautiful book, Visa, HarperCollins, and Salon.com invite you to reel in a trip to London. Whether you plan to plod the pathways of Walton and Prosek, or shop 'til you drop at Harrod's, we'll get you there in style. It's easy to enter -- read on for details about the great prizes that await you!
Daily Prizes
Every day for the first 10 days of the sweepstakes, from June 15 to June 24, we'll give away a copy of James Prosek's "The Complete Angler." Perfect for summer's long, lazy days, dive into Prosek's wonderful stories of good times, great fishing and fine eating. Enter to win your copy, or click the button at left to buy one at BARNES & NOBLE.
Grand Prize
The Grand Prize winner will receive two round-trip economy air tickets to London, England. The Grand Prize winner will also receive six nights' hotel accommodation in central London, within easy walking distance of the city's many sights, shops, and restaurants. To get you in the mood for a grand English adventure -- on or off the river -- we'll also throw in a signed copy of "The Complete Angler."
First Prize
The First Prize winner will receive a signed, original James Prosek watercolor. This is a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win an original piece by one of the most talented writer-painters working today. The First Prize is provided courtesy of James Prosek and HarperCollins (who reserve the right to select the painting to be given away). Of course, we'll also give the lucky winner a copy of "The Complete Angler" to read and admire. Click here to view more examples of James Prosek's wonderful artwork.
Second Prize
The Second Prize winner will receive a superb new Eagle Claw Spin/Fly Fishing Outfit. Collapsible and easy to pack, this complete outfit contains a four-piece pack rod, with a handle that converts easily from a spinning to a fly rod. 100 yards of 8-lb. test line are included, and the whole package comes in a neat and convenient carrying case. We'll keep you entertained when the fish aren't biting by adding a copy of "The Complete Angler" to the package.
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