Death at SeaWorld : Shamu and the dark side of killer whales in captivity
Kirby, David, 1960-2012
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Killer whales are among the most intelligent, social and ecologically complex animals on Earth. Is keeping them in captivity for entertainment purposes justifiable? In 'Death at Sea World', award-winning investigative journalist David Kirby explores this question with a shocking dramatic narrative that goes behind the carefully managed facade of SeaWorld theme parks to tell the story of these remarkable creatures.
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Imprint:
New York : St. Martin's, c2012.
Collation:
viii, 469 p. ; 25 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781250002020 (hbk)
Dewey class:
599.5'36599.5
LC class:
QL737.C432
Language:
English
Subject:
Brancheau, Dawn, 1969-2010 -- Death and burialRose, Naomi A.Sea WorldHumane Society of the United StatesKiller whale -- BehaviorCaptive marine mammals -- BehaviorAnimal attacks -- Florida -- OrlandoTilikum (Killer whale)Aquatic animal welfare -- Moral and ethical aspects -- United StatesScienceWhales
BRN:
1099626