The enthralling examination of one of the most popular and most
intriguing animals in the deep blue sea
The ocean is the last remaining source of profound mystery and discovery
on Earth with eighty percent of it still largely unexplored; thus, it is
of perennial fascination. In Kraken: The Curious, Exciting, and
Slightly Disturbing Science of Squid, journalist Wendy Williams
introduces one of the ocean's most charismatic, monstrous, enigmatic,
and curious inhabitants: the squid. More than just calamari, squid
species are fascinatingly odd creatures, with much to teach us about our
own species, not to mention the obsessive interest so many of us can't
help but have for the enormous beast that is the giant squid, which is
quick to attack sperm whales, and even submarines and boats. Williams
also examines other equally enthralling cephalopods, including the
octopus and the cuttlefish, and explores their otherworldly abilities,
such as camouflage and bioluminescence. Kraken takes the reader on a
wild ride through the world of squid science and adventure, along the
way answering some riddles about how the human brain works, what
intelligence really is, and what monsters lie in the deep. Wendy
Williams weaves a rich narrative tapestry around her subject, drawing
powerfully on the passions and discoveries of scientists, fisherman, and
squid enthusiasts around the world.
