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Sharks in British Seas is the first book in 17 years to deal with sharks off the coast of the British Isles. Shark sightings are on the increase in recent years, especially in the South-West. This book seeks to appeal across the board to the shark buff or enthusiast, as well as shark lay people with only a passing interest. The author clearly believes that sharks are there to be enjoyed and celebrated rather than feared, and are only dangerous when man is either unlucky or stupid, and he examines the realities of the dangers sharks pose to man. 140 pages containing a balance of fact, science and anecdotes should ensure this book's popular appeal.
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Richard Peirce is one of Britain's best known shark conservationists. Television, radio and the press have made him well known to the public. He is in his fifth year as Chairman of the Shark Trust and started Shark Cornwall which has pioneered shark eco-tourism.
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For years I have waited for a book that explores the many species of sharks found in British waters and I am delighted with this offering. Written by Richard Peirce, chairman of the Shark Trust, the book was always going to be in safe hands. Richard's warmth towards sharks, and especially those of our seas, is obvious throughout the book. He blends facts and theory with interesting and fun anecdotes including the story of the only 'real' shark attack to take place in Britain. Unlike many shark books, which are text book like in their explicit use scientific terms, this book is not too heavy on the science but rather explains the anatomy of the shark in a clear and readable format.
As well as being an engrossing read the book carries a disturbing message of the serious harm that is being done to sharks in our waters. Peirce does not just comment on this as a mere observer, he puts forward an exciting alternative future for sharks in British seas where eco-tourism, in the form of cage diving, (Peirce discusses his successful pilot schemes in this area)gives live sharks a financial value.
As well as being an engrossing read the book carries a disturbing message of the serious harm that is being done to sharks in our waters. Peirce does not just comment on this as a mere observer, he puts forward an exciting alternative future for sharks in British seas where eco-tourism, in the form of cage diving, (Peirce discusses his successful pilot schemes in this area)gives live sharks a financial value.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Interesting little book. Full of good information and interesting anecdotes from the authors considerable experience of UK sharks. The only downside, which prevented me giving it five stars is that the editing is not too great, particularly with a lack of references which would enable the reader to more easily find out more by going to the original sources - this is a science book after all.
Overall, an enjoyable read which makes you think.
Overall, an enjoyable read which makes you think.
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