War Of The Whales by Joshua Horwitz
The True Story of Two Men, an Orca, and Their Quest to Uncover the Truth
The book delves into the intense legal and environmental battle between marine biologist Ken Balcomb and the U.S. Navy over the impact of sonar on whales. It explores how Balcomb's discovery of stranded whales in the Bahamas led to a groundbreaking lawsuit that challenged the Navy's use of sonar, highlighting the devastating effects of underwater noise pollution on marine life. Through a gripping narrative, the book uncovers the clash between national security interests and environmental conservation, ultimately raising awareness about the need to protect vulnerable marine species from human-induced threats.
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- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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- PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award (2011-2023) (PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award)