Gone Whaling: A Search for Orcas in Northwest Waters Book

After seeing a sensual, weathered cedar carving of an orca (killer whale) intertwined with a human being, Douglas Hand sets off for the Pacific Northwest, traveling from aquariums to the wind-blown straits of the Queen Charlotte Islands. He encounters scientists and mystics, and from each perspective gleans insight into the essence of the orca and our relationship to the natural world.

A breathtaking and moving account of the author's journey to the Pacific Northwest in search of orcas and a deeper understanding of their existence. With his gentle humor and acute curiosity, journalist Doug Hand is the perfect guide for readers who wish to know more about these rare and special creatures. Illustrated.