Before the 1960s, no one knew that whales produced complex songs echoing through the deep. In Thousand Mile Song, the hidden world of whale vocalizations comes alive through vivid storytelling and scientific insight. Readers dive into the ocean’s acoustic realm, where massive cetaceans communicate with melodies as intricate as any human composition.
The author journeys from Russia’s icy seas to Hawaiian waters, interviewing leading researchers and musicians who strive to decode undersea music. Through field recordings, lab experiments, and personal encounters, the narrative reveals how each whale’s call uncovers social bonds, migration paths, and the vast intelligence of these marine giants.
Blending science, adventure, and creative impulse, this book invites anyone curious about the natural world to experience the ocean in a new way. Whether you’re a marine biologist, music lover, or nature enthusiast, you’ll gain a fresh appreciation for how sound shapes life beneath the waves.
Key Highlights
- Explores whale communication and underwater acoustics
- Features international research and field recordings
- Highlights a groundbreaking interspecies musical experiment
