To Touch a Wild Dolphin

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To Touch a Wild Dolphin offers an intimate account of dolphin life in the wild, chronicling Rachel Smolker's journey to Monkey Mia, Australia, in 1982. Over fifteen years, Smolker and her team explored dolphin lives in their natural habitat, recognizing individual identities and deepening their understanding of these creatures. She shares delightful portraits of dolphins, showcasing their playful, silly, moody, and unpredictable natures, while examining dolphin society and the diverse characters within it. Smolker delves into the intriguing dynamics between the sexes, mother-infant relationships, and the complex sounds used for communication, revealing the inner workings of dolphin life with unprecedented clarity. Drawn to dolphins by their intelligence and emotional complexity, Smolker reflects on her years of captivating, inspiring, and sometimes heartbreaking experiences with the dolphins of Monkey Mia. This personal narrative enhances our understanding of dolphins and ourselves, positioning it alongside classics like Farley Mowat's Never Cry Wolf and Jane Goodall's In the Shadow of Man.