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The Black Joke
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In our "Limitless Pallet", enters a recently-departed legend in Canada. I like it very much already.…more

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May 25, 2014 rated it it was amazing
Farley Mowat is a household name even to me, with only an inkling of a captain and whales. Most reviews have been comparative commentaries and expectations of his reputation. My feedback is independent. “The Black Joke” is my introduction to Farley. Without any penchant for marine tales, I loved it. I had acquired two books and upon his very recent passing, felt it was time to dip a toe into the waters of his work.

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