Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America
Chronicles the full arc of American whaling, from colonial origins through economic dominance to its twentieth-century decline.
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Leviathan traces the rise and decline of the American whaling industry from its colonial beginnings to its eventual fade in the twentieth century.
The book explores how whaling shaped coastal economies, influenced global trade, and reflected changing attitudes toward nature and commerce.
Drawing on extensive research, it presents a balanced view of the industry's achievements and its environmental consequences.
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