Jon Van Amerongen, Alaska Fisherman’s Journal: “Truly remarkable portraits of courage.”
Alaska Fisheries Report:
“These little-known tales of women working in Alaska's commercial fishing industry make for great reading . . . Readers will be amazed by their stories.”
The Northern Mariner:
". . . quite exceptional material. . . . One of the most satisfying books of its kind.”
Journal of American Folklore:
“. . . a powerful and vivid portrayal of commercial fishing in Alaskan waters. . . . This book is engaging, intriguing and thrilling for anyone who might be fascinated by the lives of these extraordinary working women who thrive on hard challenges, physical and emotional stamina, and moments of grace within an elemental and fiercely beautiful sphere.”
Pacific Northwest Quarterly:
“ . . . Fields is a fine lyrical writer . . . The Entangling Net will be popular in libraries in port towns everywhere and should be included in all collections relating to women’s studies and labor history. Readers interested in oral history, natural history, or the creative writing process will find much value in the methods the author has used to shape her material and in the book’s fine literary quality."
For a personally inscribed copy, email leslieleylandfields@gmail.com
