Fathoms

"Fathoms: The World in the Whale" by Rebecca Giggs is a poetic, thought-provoking exploration of whale lives and their connection to our planet’s health, blending natural history, philosophy, and science. Winner of the 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medal and a finalist for multiple honors, the book examines how whales experience ecological change, their interactions with human technology, and what they reveal about life on Earth. Through vivid storytelling and ecological insights, Giggs invites readers to consider our relationship with these extraordinary creatures and the environment we share.