Survival and Deprivation at Sea

This chapter examines the extreme measures fighters take to make weight, drawing disturbing parallels to historical instances of starvation and cannibalism during maritime disasters. It recounts the harrowing tale of the Whaleship Essex, emphasizing the brutal realities of life at sea, including the ethical dilemmas faced by crew members in desperate survival situations. The conversation highlights the dark history of whale hunting and the impact of human exploitation on marine and terrestrial wildlife.