Seed of the Arctic Ice

Seed of the Arctic Ice is a science fiction novel by Harry Bates, published in the early 20th century. The story follows Kenneth Torrance, a torpooner aboard the whaling submarine Narwhal, as he hunts killer whales beneath the Arctic ice. During his adventure, he encounters intelligent marine creatures and faces a struggle for survival after being captured by them. The novel explores themes of survival, exploration, and the implications of underwater hunting, highlighting the discovery of intelligent life in the ocean.