And the Ocean Was Our Sky

Main Ideas

• An inverted world where whales hunt humans, challenging traditional notions of predators and prey.
• Exploration of the theme of war and its futility through the allegory of the conflict between whales and humans.
• The idea that hatred and revenge can become destructive forces that overshadow reason and humanity.
• Questions of identity and belonging explored through characters struggling with internal conflicts and doubts.
• Examination of the nature of myths and legends, how they are formed and influence the perception of reality.
• The theme of seeking truth and understanding despite biases and prejudices.