UB Editions publishes La huella ballenera en el norte de la península Ibérica , a historical and geographical journey through whaling in the Cantabrian ports of the Iberian Peninsula, revealing an exceptional historical heritage.
Profusely illustrated, this work, the result of years of comprehensive research and intensive fieldwork, invites readers to explore the legacy that whaling has left in more than 50 locations. The authors, Àlex Aguilar and Max Aguilar, guide us through a human and historical landscape of unique beauty and cultural interest, set within one of the most deeply rooted - and simultaneously controversial - economic activities in maritime history.
The introductory chapters trace the trajectory of whaling over time, journeying through different eras and offering facts and curiosities that allow the work to be read as a narrative. They describe an unprecedented human adventure that opened new navigation routes and sparked a frenetic commercial activity. The very epic nature of the act of whaling has also yielded literary and symbolic fruits - some more widely known and universal than others - thanks to precise knowledge of these cetaceans and their habits. From traditional coastal whaling to sail-powered deep-sea hunting and the modern industry, these worlds have left a heritage of immense heritage, cultural, and anthropological interest, as well as a rich web of global relationships and interconnections. Together, they form a valuable landscape and artistic legacy that gives voice to generations of men and women who built their lives around whaling. Illustrations, engravings, and historical photographs accompany a narrative that is both detailed and visually engaging.
