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A wonderfully entertaining deep dive into the strange, underrated and often downright ugly creatures of the sea that most people ignore - or only eat after a few glasses of wine and a brave decision at a seafood restaurant. With wit, curiosity and sharp storytelling, Grescoe travels the world exploring oysters, sardines, anchovies, squid, sea cucumbers and other overlooked marine species, arguing that the future of our oceans may well depend on us learning to appreciate these so-called “bottom feeders” instead of relentlessly targeting glamorous top predators like tuna and swordfish. Part culinary adventure and part environmental investigation, the book visits traditional fisheries, bustling coastal kitchens and sustainable seafood pioneers, revealing how centuries-old fishing practices often understood sustainability far better than modern industrial fleets. Along the way, Grescoe serves up plenty of humour, fascinating history and enough seafood lore to make anglers, foodies and conservationists equally happy. Eye-opening, thought-provoking and frequently mouth-watering, this is the sort of book that may permanently alter both your seafood choices and your opinion of sardines. Very good condition. Hardcover, 24cm x 16cm, 327 pages.