A poet confronts the ecological and existential crisis through the lens of penguins and a man-made ecosystem. The Sea of Wonders, a constructed environment, becomes the stage for Nicelle Davis's exploration of humanity's impact on nature. The work questions the ethics of preserving species in a world increasingly hostile to them, highlighting our mediated relationship with the natural world through a collection of dramatic monologues from various penguin species.

The work is characterized by its sharp, eviscerating wit and a tone that is simultaneously wry, yearning, and exasperated. The inclusion of bold paintings by artist Cheryl Gross suggests a multi-disciplinary approach to its themes. The premise sets up a critical examination of humanity's role in ecological decline, using penguins as a focal point to confront the audience with the consequences of their actions. The narrative framework appears to be a collection of dramatic monologues, offering individual perspectives within a larger ecological commentary.