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This book takes the deaths of trainers at water parks like Sea World as its starting point, but it becomes clear fairly early on that when the author talks about "dead at Sea World," he's not just talking about human death. Kirby makes a strong case in support of those who feel killer whales should not be kept in captivity, and he supports this case with a litany of deaths and injuries to the whales themselves.
While Kirby makes an effort to be balanced, it's clear where his heart lies. I found his arguments convincing, but others may be frustrated by the lack of perspectives from people who still believe cetaceans can benefit from captivity. The book is also a bit slow and dry at points, and Kirby sometimes offers information that seems unnecessarily detailed. Oftentimes this detail pays off later, but it's hard to tell as one reads what is truly important. Still, I found this book eye-opening and I am glad I read it.
While Kirby makes an effort to be balanced, it's clear where his heart lies. I found his arguments convincing, but others may be frustrated by the lack of perspectives from people who still believe cetaceans can benefit from captivity. The book is also a bit slow and dry at points, and Kirby sometimes offers information that seems unnecessarily detailed. Oftentimes this detail pays off later, but it's hard to tell as one reads what is truly important. Still, I found this book eye-opening and I am glad I read it.