McCoy, J. J

Examines the present-day threats to the vast resources of the world's oceans and the political and economic conflicts involved in trying to save the sea from irreversible damage.

Describes the life of animals in zoos, menageries, and other captive environments and relates stories of some famous animals.

Examines the role of animals in testing for biological research, medical purposes, and consumer products, and discusses controversies raised over such practices.

Discusses how whales have become endangered and the activities of conservation groups.