Roar of the Sea: A Tale of Treachery, Obsession, and the World's Most Valuable Wildlife

In Roar of the Sea, Deb Vanasse writes a swashbuckling narrative of treachery and obsession involving pirates, fur seals, competing governments, and near war, highlighting the historical characters, difficulties of reaching an international agreement to protect wildlife, and the significance of that treaty today.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Graphic Arts Books

In her captivating book, Roar of the Sea, [Deb Vanasse] delves into a swashbuckling narrative of treachery and obsession, encompassing pirates, fur seals, rivaling governments, and the brink of war. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Vanasse reconstructs the remarkable tale of Henry Wood Elliott's relentless crusade to protect wildlife, particularly the northern fur seals in Alaska's Bering Sea. The book transports readers back to the bustling seal rookeries, the blood-soaked decks of sealing ships, and the opulent meeting rooms of national capital, evoking a sense of awe and intrigue. While highlighting Elliott's significant contributions to wildlife conservation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Vanasse also raises a sobering challenge: the seal rookeries on the Pribilof Islands, once a haven for these majestic creatures, now face new human-caused threats. As a former Alaskan residing in Oregon, Vanasse brings a unique perspective to the story, having extensively researched the historical characters, the complexities of reaching international agreements to protect wildlife, and the enduring significance of the treaty that was ultimately signed. Roar of the Sea is a captivating and informative journey that sheds light on the intricate interplay between human interests, wildlife conservation, and the fragile balance of power in the Arctic.

Dimension: 215 x 139 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513209579