Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us 1st Edition

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A celebrated journalist’s eye-opening history of orcas, and an exploration of their relationship with human beings, Of Orcas and Men does for whales what Barry Lopez did for wolves

The orca―otherwise known as the killer whale―is one of earth’s most intelligent animals. Remarkably sophisticated, orcas have languages and cultures and even long-term memories, and their capacity for echolocation is nothing short of a sixth sense. They are also benign and gentle, which makes the story of the captive-orca industry―and the endangerment of their population in Puget Sound―that much more damning.

In Of Orcas and Men, a marvelously compelling mix of cultural history, environmental reporting, and scientific research, David Neiwert explores an extraordinary species and its occasionally fraught relationship with human beings. Beginning with their role in myth and contemporary popular culture, Neiwert shows how killer whales came to capture our imaginations, and brings to life the often catastrophic environmental consequences of that appeal.

In the tradition of Barry Lopez’s classic Of Wolves and Men, David Neiwert’s book is a triumph of reporting, observation, and research, and a powerful tribute to one of the animal kingdom’s most remarkable members. 30 b&w; illustrations throughout

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“Human beings need to learn from and understand the cooperative nature of orca society. Everyone who is interested in both animal and human behavior should read this remarkable book.”
- Temple Grandin, New York Times bestselling author of Animals in Translation and Animals Make Us Human

“One of the most comprehensive works to date for anyone who has become enthralled by this magnificent animal.”
- Gabriela Cowperthwaite, Director of Blackfish

“Humans and killer whales have a long and complicated history, one that David Neiwert describes forcefully and eloquently in this fascinating and highly readable book.”
- David Kirby, New York Times bestselling author of Death at SeaWorld

“A wide-ranging, interesting book that should be required reading for school-aged environmentalists.”
- Kirkus

“A triumph of far-ranging research and vivid storytelling. Eloquent, astute, and compassionate.”
- Brenda Peterson, author of Build Me an Ark: A Life With Animals

“Many of the stories are incredible and heartwarming, other shocking. This book is a great read for any nature lover.”
- Jeffrey Ventre, Blackfish cast member

“[A] breathtaking survey of orca science, folklore, and mystery.”
- The Stranger

“David Neiwert is no scientist. But his latest book is full of the stuff, as the US journalist runs through the history of our relationship with orcas, and the light being shed on the behavior and rich culture of these magnetic but mysterious mammals. He talks to conservationists, captains, researchers and observers, and combines their reports with his own inspirational encounters with the wild whales of the Pacific Northwest . . . The overall tone is celebratory, tinged with the hope that a growing appreciation for the species will improve our connection with nature.”
- BBC Wildlife

About the Author

David Neiwert is an investigative journalist based in Seattle. He is the author of many books, including And Hell Followed With Her: Crossing the Dark Side of the American Border and Strawberry Days: How Internment Destroyed a Japanese American Community. His reportage for MSNBC.com on domestic terrorism won the National Press Club Award for Distinguished Online Journalism in 2000. He is also a contributing writer for the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Hardcover: 320 pages
Publisher: The Overlook Press; 1 edition (June 16, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1468308653
ISBN-13: 978-1468308655
Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 1.2 x 9.4 inches
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Average Customer Review: 30 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #468,236 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #268 in Books > Science & Math > Biological Sciences > Animals > Marine Life
- #458 in Books > Science & Math > Biological Sciences > Animals > Mammals
- #667 in Books > Science & Math > Nature & Ecology > Oceans & Seas

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michelle

Buy it! Gift it! Worth twice the price!

September 3, 2015

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Such a great book. Informative, intelligent, and compassionate. A must read!

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mobrock

Beautifully-written thought-piece on a humans' respect for orcas.

August 28, 2015

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David Neiwert's Of Orcas and Men, is as valuable as a primer for how to interact with respect for orcas as it is an intimate and beautifully- written thought-piece for man. Highly recommend!

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An amazing and captivating read that challenges one to think in every page.

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Condition as described. Prompt delivery. Very interesting subject matter.

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A must read for orca fans

October 9, 2015

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Excellent. A must read for anyone interested in orcas.

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This book is fantastic! Fabulous read

August 1, 2015

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This book is fantastic! Fabulous read, fabulous writing. What grabbed when reading a review of Oracas and Men, was the author's argument for empathy being an "evolutionary advantage" for orcas, "perhaps making them more than human." WOW. You will not be disappointed.

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Indigo

Insightful. Great read

Captivating and moving, this book captures our relationship with the killer whales, ranging from our myths to the now.Read more

Published 5 months ago

K. Anderson

Great book, amazing delivery.

I just received this in the mail about 20 hours after I placed my order. Amazing, particularly because I live in Duluth, MN, somewhat off the beaten Amazon path.Read more

Published 7 months ago

Amazon customer

Great book for the Orca obsessed!!

A lot of valuable information about orcas and humanity and things in between. I have read lots of books about Orcas and this one is a must for anyone interested in the history,...Read more

Published 7 months ago

fbz

great detailed view on orca intelligence

This is a great read, well written and flows well. I have read a lot of books on orcas and this one is a standout.

Published 10 months ago

Grace

Couldn't put it down!

Couldn't put this one down. This book is packed with fascinating information from cover to cover. Perfect for any cetacean lover!

Published 11 months ago

Marisa Munoz

Was the perfect gift!

I bought this as a gift for my 30 year old brother-in-law who is obsessed with Orcas. He loves the book and began reading it Christmas Day when he opened his gift.Read more

Published 11 months ago

Jan

Did an expert review this book?

Mr. Neiwert lost credibility (for me) in Chapter 1. In this chapter he describes the thrill of a close encounter while kayaking in Haro Strait with the ocean's "top...Read more

Published 1 year ago

Sue

I enjoyed it very much

So riddled with evolutionary references and supposed evolutionary backstories that I found it very difficult to stay engaged.Read more

Published 1 year ago

Amazon Customer

Like many of you

Like many of you, I once took my family to Victoria and the San Juan Islands where we were able to travel by Zodiac boats to watch the "killer whales" as they moved...Read more

Published 1 year ago

KPDR87

Nothing new really

I simply read this because it's about killer whales and it happened to be displayed in the new books section of my local library.Read more

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