Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay
Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1994
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1994304
Book • Nonfiction
Chesapeake Bay • 1970s
1994
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay, William W. Warner explores the intricate ecosystem of the Chesapeake Bay, focusing on the blue crab and the lives of the watermen who depend on it. The book delves into the biology and behavior of crabs, as well as the cultural and economic significance of the bay's seafood industry.
Informative
Serene
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
William W. Warner's Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay offers an insightful exploration of Chesapeake Bay's ecosystem and culture. Praised for vivid descriptions and depth of research, the book excels in engaging storytelling. Some reviewers note a dense narrative, which may slow pacing. Overall, it is regarded as an enlightening read on environmental and local history.
Who Should Read Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay?
Readers who enjoy Beautiful Swimmers by William W. Warner are typically nature enthusiasts, ecology scholars, and those intrigued by regional studies. Fans of Rachel Carson's The Sea Around Us or John McPhee's Coming into the Country would appreciate its in-depth exploration of the Chesapeake Bay's ecosystem and cultural heritage.
1,737 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Book • Nonfiction
Chesapeake Bay • 1970s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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