SEVEN TENTH

If you are fascinated by the mysteries of the ocean or enjoy thoughtful and thought-provoking writing, “Seven tenths: the sea and its thresholds” could be a fantastic read. James Hamilton-Paterson’s Seven Tenths: The Sea and Its Thresholds is a fascinating exploration of humanity’s complex relationship with the sea. The book blends literature and science, discussing topics such as fishing, piracy, ecological crises and the mysterious allure of the ocean. It also includes the acclaimed essay “Sea Burial”, which delves into the profound and poetic aspects of life and death at sea. The book explores humanity’s relationship with the sea, delving into the cultural, emotional and practical connections between humans and the ocean, highlighting its impact on our lives, our history and our imagination. The author reflects on the enigmatic and unfathomable nature of the sea, its role as a space of wonder and fear and how it challenges our understanding of the natural world.

The Seven tenths: the sea and its thresholds narrative touches on themes of overfishing, pollution, and the degradation of marine ecosystems, prompting reflection on the human responsibility to protect the oceans. The book examines the sea as a metaphorical and literal space for ends and beginnings, the impermanence of life, and its eternal cycles. As you read, you will discover stories of maritime piracy and the historical significance of the sea as a place of trade, conquest, and conflict. These themes are explored in a poetic and thoughtful way, fusing science, history, and philosophy. Reading , you discover the existence of the “day of the brow ” , half of our trip, the invisible point where everything flows more quickly and easily. A curiosity , that of the “First Law of Travel” takes the reader to the final pages of the book : the way in which you are traveling is able to determine the place that reaches you. More than one route , a metaphor for life.