Strager, Hanne
The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas
- ISBN 13:
- 9781421446226
- author:
- Strager, Hanne
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 280
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, Marine Biology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Killer Whale Journals chronicles Hanne Strager's decades-long journey into the lives of killer whales and an exploration of people's complex relationships with these big predators in the sea. From her early experiences as a biology student to her travels around the world, Strager delves into the behavior, biology, and ecology of orcas.
Strager's odyssey takes her to remote corners of the globe, from the Arctic seas of northern Norway to the Russian wilderness of Kamchatka. Along the way, she encounters a range of characters, including fellow biologists, First Nations conservationists, and Inuit hunters, each with their own stories and insights into human-orca relationships.
This absorbing book is a fascinating exploration of the intricate bond between humans and killer whales, and the ways in which our perceptions of these animals have shifted over time. With its unique blend of science, storytelling, and cultural insight, The Killer Whale Journals offers a compelling look at one of the ocean's most iconic species.
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