Sharks in the Shallows

"Informative and at times spellbinding, Sharks in the Shallows is a unique, earnest, meticulously researched, engaging, and clearly written book about human-shark interactions, with the utmost respect for sharks. You won't find a better, more objective book on the topic."—Daniel C. Abel, author of Shark Biology and Conservation: Essentials for Educators, Students, and Enthusiasts

"Jawsome! Sharks in the Shallows offers a comprehensive look into the reality of interactions between sharks and humans based on scientific research, not fear or mythos. A practical, must have guide for scientists, swimmers, surfers and scuba divers who encounter a shark off the Carolina coastline. Rating, ten sharks teeth!"—Dean W. Fessler, Jr., Deputy Director, The Shark Research Institute

"The Carolinas have long been underappreciated as a hot spot for sharks. In this well-researched book, Clay Creswell brings the importance of the Carolinas into the spotlight, especially regarding interactions between sharks and people."—Charles Bangley, Fisheries Conservation Lab, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center

"With more than 200 years of historical data, W. Clay Creswell's Sharks in the Shallows is a landmark publication for scientists and naturalists alike. It brings valuable insights into the indigenous shark species and their interactions with ocean users in North and South Carolina. Individual case histories and appropriate safety suggestions are provided for the reader to utilize. This book is a must for every ocean user."—Ralph S. Collier, president and founder, Shark Research Committee