Saturday, December 6, 2008

Surgin' Sturgeon

The Philosopher Fish tells the story of the sturgeon, an ancient fish with great scientific import which is nonetheless quite endangered. As the source of black caviar, the sturgeon finds itself involved in more economic and political intrigue than perhaps any other animal. Author Richard Carey tours us through the fish's world with an expert eye and a friendly pen.



You might also want to check out Carey's more well-known book, Against the Tide, which examines the fate of New England fishermen as they struggle to survive in our modern age. The author provides a first-hand account with information garnered from a year spent working alongside several fishermen in different segments of the industry.

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