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The Devil's Teeth

A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks
Book • 2005
The book chronicles Susan Casey's journey as she joins a group of scientists studying great white sharks in the Farallon Islands, 27 miles off the San Francisco coast.

Casey's obsession with these sharks leads her to immerse herself in the research, often at personal risk, and provides a detailed look at the ecology of the area and the lives of the researchers.

The narrative blends shark biology, personal adventure, and the author's reflections on obsession and survival.

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Recommended by Cal Newport as one of his favorite books.
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