Author Description

<p><b>A captivating meditation on coral beyond iconic tropical corals</b><br> <br> <br> <br> <i>Coralations</i> is a philosophical exploration of the media that come into focus when we shift our attention from the highly recognizable coral of the tropics. Focusing on soft corals and deep-water corals leads to different narratives about climate change and involves different analogies to media. Through thought-provoking analyses of photography, science fiction, visual art, and scientific images, Melody Jue renews our curiosity and broadens our understanding of corals beyond the dominant narratives about their endangerment. <i>Coralations</i> shows how paying attention to particular corals can change what we take for granted.</p>