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How to Speak Whale

A Voyage into the Future of Animal Communication

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How to Speak Whale

By: Tom Mustill
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‘Fascinating’ Greta Thunberg ‘Extraordinary’ Merlin Sheldrake ‘A must-read’ New Scientist ‘Enthralling’ George Monbiot ‘Brilliant’ Philip Hoare

THIS REVOLUTIONARY AUDIOBOOK FEATURES PREVIOUSLY UNHEARD BLUE WHALE VOICES, DOLPHIN ORCHESTRAS AND SOUNDBATHS FROM BENEATH THE SEA.

Wildlife filmmaker Tom Mustill had always liked whales. But when one breached onto his kayak, nearly killing him, he became obsessed.

This book traces his extraordinary investigation into the deep ocean and the cutting-edge science of animal translation.

What would it take to speak with a whale? Are we ready for what they might say?

MORE PRAISE FOR HOW TO SPEAK WHALE

‘One of the most exciting and hopeful books I have read in ages’ SY MONTGOMERY, AUTHOR OF THE SOUL OF AN OCTOPUS

‘A narrative that will expand your concept of language and deepen your understanding of the many ways there are to be alive … It left me inspired’ MERLIN SHELDRAKE, AUTHOR OF ENTANGLED LIFE

‘A must-read … a hugely engaging personal story of a journey into the future of human-animal communication facilitated by delving into its past’ NEW SCIENTIST

‘Fascinating and deeply humane’ GRETA THUNBERG

‘A rich, enthralling, brilliant book that opens our eyes and ears to worlds we can scarcely imagine’ GEORGE MONBIOT, AUTHOR OF REGENESIS

‘Tantalizing … Think how transformative it would be if we could chat with whales about their love lives or their sorrows or their thoughts on the philosophy of language’ ELIZABETH KOLBERT, NEW YORKER

©2022 Tom Mustill (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
Biological Sciences Engineering Environment Nature & Ecology Conservation

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One of the most emotionally charged science books of the decade.

This is an absolute must read for anyone even slightly interested in our natural world, or in the possibility of contact with an alien race. What a breath taking work with a brilliant incorporation of whale song into the audio version!

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unlike any other.

inspirational, motivational and informative are just a few of the words that describe this book.
The author is not hesitant to use bold language, which was very refreshing.
As a biology student, someone who aims to become a wildlife filmamker and a conservationist, this book generated emotions and thoughts that fuel my passion for such path.
Thank you Tom!

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Stunning!

What a joy it was to listen to this book. Fascinating, inspiring and hopeful. Beautifully narrated by the author with the special addition of underwater whale song. I want everyone I know to listen to it!

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