"A serious, humorous, informative, sad, optimistic, engaging and thought-provoking book." - Right Whale News "Handsomely illustrated and carefully researched.... A story whose corollary may be found in similar clashes across the globe." - Martha's Vineyard Times "Explores the clash of cultures and personalities among fishermen, scientists and whale advocates struggling to save both the endangered North Atlantic right whale and the livelihoods of thousands of Atlantic coastal families." - Sea Technology "This is not simply a tale of fish killers vs. whale huggers. In wide ranging reporting, Johnson weaves a fascinating story of efforts to protect whales and preserve a fishing culture." - Underwater Naturalist"
