Close to Shore: The Terrifying Shark Attacks of 1916 Review

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Close to Shore: The Terrifying Shark Attacks of 1916 ReviewThis book is primarily a period piece about the summer of 1916. Details such as what was happening in science, baseball, social mores, etc. paint a spectacular portrait of American life at this time. Historical people, from scientists, doctors, and hotel owners to tailors and basket makers are examined and we see how they lived their day-to-day existence in that summer of '16. Meanwhile, of course, people are being attacked by a shark off the coast of New Jersey.
As a breakdown, I'd say 40% of this book is the portrait of life
story, and 40% is about the reactions of the people to the shark attacks. Probably 15% is a conjecture on the particular path the shark took along the coast, along with its primeval motivations as to why it was doing what it was doing. Only about 5% actually showcase the attacks, but it's a very effective 5%.
The book is a very entertaining read, although some vocabulary and cultural references are just thrown out as if to show off how much research the author did. A dictionary was handy, and I've read a LOT. The other problem is the editing/proofreading. There were at least three occasions I could think of where contradictory information was presented ON THE SAME PAGE. For instance, the governor of New Jersey is called "Tom" and "Jim" on the same page. And, at one point, the nostrils of the shark are said to be below the mouth, which is incorrect. Minor annoyances, but inexcusable in a historical work.
So, I give this 3-1/2 stars, upped to 4 due to the fact that it's a good read.Close to Shore: The Terrifying Shark Attacks of 1916 Overview

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