Whether it's the chance to see hundreds on a rocky beach or the excitement of a singular head emerging from the icy sea, spotting a seal is always a thrilling experience. Deeply personal, occasionally revelatory, why is it that these majestic creatures have such an impact on us?
Charles Foster is determined to find out, swimming with seals in Scotland, joining a boat tour full of tourists in Norfolk and listening to stories by a pub fire to discover just what seals really mean to humanity. Combining science with lyrical prose and meditative insight, Foster journeys through a year in the life of a seal and reflects on the ways they have shaped his own life and that of the people he meets.
From old fishermen's tales of selkies and the mysterious souls of the greys to playful harbour seals and their adventurous 'gap year' travels, The Singing Sea is filled with insights into seal biology, behaviour, intelligence and mythology, shining a light on their enduring fascination.
| ISBN: | 9781529959529 |
| Publication date: | 4th February 2027 |
| Author: | Charles Foster |
| Publisher: | Doubleday an imprint of Transworld |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 192 pages |
| Genres: |
Zoology: mammals (mammalogy) Endangered species and extinction of species Popular Science |
Whether it's the chance to see hundreds on a rocky beach or the excitement of a singular head emerging from the icy sea, spotting a seal is always a thrilling experience. Deeply personal, occasionally revelatory, why is it that these majestic creatures have such an impact on us?Charles Foster is determined to find out, swimming with seals in Scotland, joining a boat tour full of tourists in Norfolk and listening to stories by a pub fire to discover just what seals really mean to humanity.
The Singing Sea features in the following genres: Zoology: mammals (mammalogy), Endangered species and extinction of species, Popular Science
Hardback. £17.09, down from the £18.99 cover price. Pre-order. 4th February 2027.
The Singing Sea was written by Charles Foster and published by Doubleday an imprint of Transworld
The Singing Sea has 192 pages
£17.09, reduced from £18.99. Pre-order. 4th February 2027.