Philip Hoare The Whale In Search Of The Giants O

The Whale: In Search of the Giants of the Sea Wydawca: Ecco Press Opis produktu A mesmerising voyage into the largest mammals on Earth — The Whale: In Search of the Giants of the Sea by Philip Hoare_ opens with obsession and ends in awe. Philip Hoare's acclaimed nonfiction book blends memoir, literary history, science, and travelogue as he traces his lifelong fascination with whales — from the great museum model of a blue whale to swimming alongside living giants in the Atlantic. Winner of the BBC Samuel Johnson Prize and New York Times reviewed, this book maps the cultural power of whales from Moby-Dick to modern conservation. Hoare moves effortlessly between natural history and lyrical reflection, unpacking whale biology, whaling history, folklore, and the modern debates over whale conservation. His personal encounters (and vivid sea passages) give the narrative a human pulse, while scholarly references and literary allusions make it rich for readers who love deep, thoughtful nonfiction. Who will love this book? Fans of marine life and animal books, readers of nature writing and environmental nonfiction, whale aficionados, and anyone drawn to sea stories and cultural history. If you enjoyed books like Cod or The Secret Life of Lobsters, or seek an English book that pairs lyrical prose with rigorous curiosity, Hoare’s exploration will satisfy and inspire. Read The Whale to be informed, moved, and reminded of why these giants still haunt our imagination — a must-read for those curious about whales, marine conservation, and the human stories that surround them. Specyfikacja SKU: ECCO007546397 EAN: 9780061976209 Waga: 386 g Author: Hoare, Philip Binding: Paperback Pages: 480 Publication Year: 2011 BISAC Category 1: NAT020000 BISAC Category 2: NAT019000 BISAC Category 3: NAT024000