The Deep Range by Arthur C. Clarke

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.