• The Deep Range by Arthur C. Clarke - Fehmerling Books
  • The back cover of the vintage Signet paperback 'The Deep Range' by Arthur C. Clarke. The weathered white cover features the bold title 'THE DEEP RANGE' and introduces the 'whaleboys'—heroes who shepherd mammoth whale herds to feed the world. The blurb highlights characters Don Burley and Walt Franklin, posing a mystery about secrets from the past that lead to a life-and-death struggle with the sea.
  • Side-angle view of the book 'The Deep Range' resting on a neutral background. The spine prominently displays the author's name, the Signet Science Fiction logo, and the publisher code 451-Y5955-125, reflecting the well-read condition of this marine science fiction masterpiece.
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Arthur C. Clarke | Ecological Science Fiction and Environmental Fiction

The Deep Range by Arthur C. Clarke

The Deep Range by Arthur C. Clarke

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The Deep Range by Arthur C. Clarke

In a future where the ocean feeds humanity, Walter Franklin, a former astronaut, finds himself tending underwater ranches instead of exploring the stars. His task: managing the plankton and whale harvests that sustain a hungry world. But this new frontier presents a moral challenge: how far can mankind control nature's delicate balance before the ecosystem collapses? Patrolling the ocean's depths, Franklin faces a conflict between human progress and the preservation of Earth's last wilderness. Explore a thought-provoking world of undersea farming, where the future of humankind hangs in the balance, and discover how one man confronts the ethics of controlling nature's bounty. This timeless exploration of ecological responsibility remains startlingly relevant even today.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Clarke masterfully portrays a future where humanity's survival hinges on the ocean's depths. The narrative explores the clash between human needs and nature's survival, raising timely questions about environmental stewardship. This prescient novel offers a captivating glimpse into a future where the lines between progress and preservation blur.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Signet

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Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 1958

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