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The Oyster Book
- Author
- Dan Martino
- Narrator
- Jonathan Sleep
- Publisher
- Tantor Media, Inc
- Publish Date
- 5 May 2026
- Run Time
- 7 hours 32 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Cookery / food by ingredient: fish and seafood, National and regional cuisine, Cookery / food and drink, Social and cultural history, Social and cultural history, Central / national / federal government policies, Agriculture and farming, Cookery / food and drink, Aquaculture and fish-farming: practice and techniques, Sustainable agriculture, Zoology and animal sciences
What to expect
The oyster is one of Earth's oldest animals, and fossil records show humans have enjoyed them for hundreds of thousands of years. But like so many other creatures, wild oysters were driven to near extinction by overconsumption and pollution. The Clean Water Act marked a turning point for water quality, and we're witnessing a renaissance in oyster culture as the rise of aquaculture attempts to supply a growing demand for oysters that increases exponentially year after year.
Internationally renowned oyster farmer Dan Martino guides listeners through this fascinating history before presenting a detailed breakdown of the current state of the oyster industry as only an insider can describe it.
The oyster has never been more relevant as we look to the future and the many challenges presented by climate change and a growing population. Oysters are also exceptionally good at capturing carbon, making them a necessary element in the quest for climate change solutions.
The Oyster Book is an exploration of the past, present, and future of humanity's relationship with the oyster, highlighting how humans can learn from our mistakes and harness the oyster's potential for a more sustainable future.
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Details
- Author
- Dan Martino
- Narrator
- Jonathan Sleep
- Duration
- 7 hours 32 minutes
- Release Date
- 5 May 2026
- ISBN
- 9798318522345
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Tantor Media, Inc
- Genre
- Cookery / food by ingredient: fish and seafood, National and regional cuisine, Cookery / food and drink, Social and cultural history, Social and cultural history, Central / national / federal government policies, Agriculture and farming, Cookery / food and drink, Aquaculture and fish-farming: practice and techniques, Sustainable agriculture, Zoology and animal sciences
Synopsis
The oyster is one of Earth's oldest animals, and fossil records show humans have enjoyed them for hundreds of thousands of years. But like so many other creatures, wild oysters were driven to near extinction by overconsumption and pollution. The Clean Water Act marked a turning point for water quality, and we're witnessing a renaissance in oyster culture as the rise of aquaculture attempts to supply a growing demand for oysters that increases exponentially year after year.Internationally renowned oyster farmer Dan Martino guides listeners through this fascinating history before presenting a detailed breakdown of the current state of the oyster industry as only an insider can describe it.The oyster has never been more relevant as we look to the future and the many challenges presented by climate change and a growing population. Oysters are also exceptionally good at capturing carbon, making them a necessary element in the quest for climate change solutions.The Oyster Book is an exploration of the past, present, and future of humanity's relationship with the oyster, highlighting how humans can learn from our mistakes and harness the oyster's potential for a more sustainable future.
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