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Synopsis
With early memories of women selling peppers in the streets of Ceylon, where the author lived as a child, the southern English town of Bude during WWII, where he grew up, and emigration to Canada, where his formal education as an ocean scientist would take place, The Sea's Enthrall is more than a tale of an oceanographer.
It is a witty, at times philosophical, sometimes even poignant exposition on Life, as seen from the perspective of a man whose scientific training is wonderfully complemented by a curiosity for less empirical matters, such as poetry and religion.
Oceanographers in training can learn from Dr. Parson's many insights into topical research; retired professors in the sciences will find many parallels in thought and experience; those who enjoy anecdotal storytelling, or travelogues, or simply appreciate learning about fascinating people who have managed to make a mark in the world - all these will enjoy The Sea's Enthrall.
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About the Author
Dr, Timothy Parsons is a Professor Emeritus of the Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences, at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. He is also an Honorary Research Scientist Emeritus of the Institute of Ocean Sciences in Sidney, BC.
With a PhD from McGill University, Montreal, and over forty years in the field of oceanography, Dr. Parsons is a distinguished and highly acclaimed authority in his field. He has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Japan Prize from the Science and Technology Foundation of Japan, in 2001, of which he was the first Canadian recipient.
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