A Whale for the Killing
A Whale for the Killing by Farley Mowat, published by Penguin Publishing Group in 1973, is a poignant narrative that details the author’s efforts to save a Fin Whale, one of the rarest marine mammals. This 1st Paperback Edition spans 239 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds in January 1967, when receding tides trap the whale along the southwest coast of Newfoundland, providing a unique opportunity for observation before it becomes the target of local hunters.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of the relationship between humans and nature, as Mowat recounts his heart-wrenching campaign to protect the whale from its pursuers. The narrative delves into themes of conservation and the complexities of human behavior in the face of nature’s wonders. Through his experiences, Mowat reveals insights about the enigmatic world of whales and the darker aspects of humanity, making this work a significant contribution to discussions surrounding wildlife and environmental issues.
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“This is the story of Farley Mowat’s struggle to save a cruelly endangered Fin Whale, one of the rarest and most awesome creatures on earth. In January of 1967 receding tides trapped the giant mammal in a cover on the southwest coast of Newfoundland. There it sprouted and played, offering an unparalleled opportunity for observation and wonder–until local “sportsmen” adopted it as a target. Farley Mowat immediately began a campaign to save its life, but relentlessly pursued, starving, and mortally wounded, the gentle whale endured a slow and horrible death. Through his heartrending efforts to help it, Mowat learned a great deal about the mysterious world of whales and about the darkest regions of the human spirit. Never before has he written a study of men and of nature as powerful as this one”–Verso of back cover.
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