Brian Davies' "Seal Song" offers a compelling exploration into the natural history of the harp seal, combining insightful text with striking photographs. The book meticulously details the seals' physical characteristics, intricate breeding rituals, expansive migratory patterns, and their natural environment. Beyond a mere biological account, Davies, a renowned animal welfare advocate and founder of IFAW, courageously confronts the controversial annual seal hunt in Canada. He sheds light on the brutal realities of this practice, advocating for the protection of these marine mammals. "Seal Song" serves as both an educational resource and a passionate plea for conservation, urging readers to understand and safeguard the harp seal population.
 
Photographs by Eliot Porter.