{"product_id":"9781848760578","title":"Rekindling The Waters","description":"Dolphins have become one of the ocean's most sought-after creatures. Since antiquity, Dolphins have possessed an undeniable, mysterious and compelling allure for humankind, which in recent years has intensified, inspiring everything from New Age fervour to multi-million dollar theme parks.\u003cp\u003eIn our profit-driven age, suppliers are never far behind demand, and having discovered people will eagerly pay exorbitant sums for the opportunity to get close, lucrative captive \"Dolphin-swim\" attractions have sprung up in many tropical vacation destinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA recent BBC poll found \"Swimming with Dolphins\" topping the list of \"50 Things To Do Before You Die.\" Rekindling the Waters: The Truth About Swimming with Dolphins is an intimate exposé of this popular phenomenon, illuminating the little-known dark side of this increasingly controversial activity. What really lies behind the dolphins' smile may surprise you. Dolphins are among the world's most beloved and beleaguered creatures and a closer look reveals the shocking truth: how a whimsical or well-earned holiday excursion to swim with captive Dolphins can support horrendous suffering. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn examination of the latest scientific research regarding Dolphin behaviour, intelligence, self-awareness and culture is presented, and this rich and diverse evidence raises dynamic ethical questions, eliciting a call for change in the way we regard and treat our fellow beings. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHope lies in shifting the underlying attitudes responsible for our participation in such harmful activities. As people realize the detrimental reality, it is hoped these harmful activities will cease. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRekindling the Waters: The Truth About Swimming with Dolphins is essential reading for anyone who loves dolphins. With Dolphins as a symbol for Nature, this book shows us that by rekindling a wiser and more respectful relationship with them, we take a vital step toward a better, \u003cbr\u003ekinder world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Troubador Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47038112432368,"sku":"9781848760578","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781848760578_p0.jpg?v=1763750685","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781848760578","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}