The Ocean: A Bountiful Source of Life, or a Hidden Danger?
The ocean, as we know, teems with fish and other marine life. According to scientists, it has the potential to sustain humanity for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. Yet, in adventure novels about daring seafarers crossing seas and oceans—even circumnavigating the globe—we often read about sailors who faced starvation. They were forced to eat their boots, suffered from scurvy, and endured other hardships. But why? All they needed to do, it seems, was cast a fishing line and catch enough fish for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Let’s explore why this wasn’t so simple.