Whaling
- Indbinding:
- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 388
- Udgivet:
- 1. marts 2007
- Størrelse:
- 152x229x22 mm.
- Vægt:
- 567 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 26. november 2024
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- 20 timers lytning og læsning
- Adgang til 70.000+ titler
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Ingen binding og kan opsiges når som helst.
Beskrivelse af Whaling
""Whaling"" by Charles Boardman Hawes is a non-fiction book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history and practice of whaling. The book covers the early history of whaling, including the first recorded instances of humans hunting whales, and the development of the industry over time. It also details the different types of whales that were hunted, the tools and techniques used by whalers, and the dangers and challenges faced by those who participated in the industry. The book also explores the impact of whaling on the environment and the whale populations themselves. Throughout the book, Hawes draws on historical accounts, scientific research, and personal experiences to provide a vivid and informative portrait of this fascinating industry. Whether you are a history buff, a nature lover, or simply curious about the world around you, ""Whaling"" is an engaging and informative read that will deepen your understanding of this complex and controversial industry.Wherein Are Discussed The First Whalemen Of Whom We Have Record; The Growth Of The European Whaling Industry, And Of Its Offspring, The American Whaling Industry, Primitive Whaling Among The Savages Of North America, The Various Manners And Means Of Taking Whales In All Parts Of The World And In All Times Of Its History, The Extraordinary Adventures And Mishaps That Have Befallen Whalemen The Seas Over, The Economic And Social Conditions That Led To The Rise Of Whaling And Hastened Its Decline And In Conclusion The Present State Of The Once Flourishing And Lucrative Industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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