Leviathan - Philip Hoare
The story of one man’s obsession with whales, this compelling book recently won the BBC’s Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction 2009. Philip Hoare, who as a child was fascinated by the story of Moby-Dick, seeks to understand why humans are so beguiled by these strange creatures. Is it because they symbolise innocence in a time of climate change and pollution, or do we still believe they are a symbol of evil as in the story of Jonah? This globe-crossing exploration will help you find out.