"Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America"

Eric Dolin tells the epic story of the men who built an industrial empire through the pursuit of whales. He explores the social, cultural and economic histories of the industry and how whaling transformed the nation and helped grease the gears for the industrial revolution.

Guest

• Eric Dolin, former analyst with the National Marine Fisheries Service and author of "Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America"