BOOK LAUNCH - Under the Influence of Salmon by Steve Harris

Join Petrarch's Bookshop at Launceston Library as we launch Under the Influence of Salmon by Steve Harris.

James Youl wanted to turn the world upside down by transplanting salmon into the Southern Hemisphere for the first time. His mission was dismissed as scientific and ungodly madness, but over several decades of trial and tragedy it became the most audacious, romantic, and intensive wildlife feat the world has ever seen.

Harris explores the history of salmon and, thus, the enduring colonial obsession with mastery over nature and enforcement of Eurocentric aesthetics in his latest historical work. Both a scientific and social commentary, Harris' work is bound to enthral readers the world over.

All are welcome. Ticket provides general admission to the talk.

Petrarch's Bookshop will be onsite to sell copies of the book.

Library Café will be open until the commencement of the talk for refreshments.

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