Lobster (Reaktion Books - Animal)
"[An] elegant little history . . . King's witty and erudite portrait, illustrated with a wealth of images that demonstrate his passionate knowledge of his subject, may leave us feeling that the lobster deserves to be treated with more dignity. But provided our dinner has been traditionally caught, rapidly delivered and responsibly prepared, this book should only enhance our enjoyment." -New York Times"In Lobster, Richard King, a self-proclaimed "lobsterologist" (a word he invented, I think - I love it), offers a more personal excursion into the subject . . . Mr. King also introduces a great deal of cultural history, touching on a broad range of topics related to lobsters, including the lives of fishermen, lobster-fishing techniques, and the role of lobsters in art . . . skillfully written."  -Jasper White, Wall Street Journal"I can't say I was that interested in lobsters before reading this book. But I am now." -The Scotsman"Sit back and savor this book of lobsteriana with a glass of zinfandel and a shore dinner. Just be careful not to drip any butter on the pages - others in the family will want to read it, too." -Natural History"Engaging and very well written." -The Age, Melbourne"Lobster takes its readers on a thoroughly researched, engagingly written tour of the anatomy of both the creature and our imaginings of it." -Sierra Magazine"The lobsterman with 40 years of hauling under his belt, the marine biologists with a career of research behind them, and the lobster-loving diner who enjoys a well placed arcane anecdote at a dinner table with friends and family, will all likely find something they didn't know about lobster." -Fisherman's Voice