Book Review: Four Fish
Posted on | October 17, 2010 | 2 Comments
Paul Greenberg gives us a fresh overview of the world’s fisheries and demand for seafood in Four Fish: The Future of the Last Wild Food. He balances his recreational fishing and conservation background with the commercial realities that surfaced during his research for the book. SOP points out few highlights of the book.
As the title implies, Paul employs stories and facts about four types of fish (salmon, sea bass, cod, and tuna) to explore the future health of our oceans and our appetite for seafood. In each chapter, he diverts from straight fish talk to meander through side stories that create intriguing historical and social context. The book is chock full of memorable facts that inspire, not overwhelm.
Throughout the book, Paul makes a number of compelling arguments. He explains why bluefin tuna should be given respite from harvest and afforded protections similar to those for other megafauna (e.g., whales, elephants). Four Fish also makes the case for what species and types of farms are best suited for large scale aquaculture. In addition, Paul argues why we should revert back to the 2,000 year old Chinese practice of polyculture.
In the end, Four Fish serves as a benchmark. Paul Greenberg captures the current status of global fisheries and explains how we got here. Our actions and results moving forward can be measured against the contents of Four Fish. SOP encourages you to read the book and think about whether or not Paul’s goals for the future of wild and farmed seafood can be achieved.
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October 21st, 2010 @ 11:28 AM
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