A Carnival of Unicorns

One Man's Pursuit of Marine Biology in a Political World

Robert M Ingle

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Outskirts Press
28 October 2025

Autobiography: historical, political & military; Autobiography: science, technology & engineering; Memoirs

Ever wonder what drives scientists to spend a lifetime pursuing their passion? In this engaging and scholarly memoir, one of Florida's leading pioneers in marine biology gives us a glimpse. Robert ""Bob"" Ingle weaves an intriguing tale of history, science, politics and personal insight. He recounts his early days as a WWII-era scientist studying tropical diseases in Trinidad and the Caribbean. His later research finds him in Cuba, Japan, Iran and other far-flung countries of the world. His career is marked by the strong belief that honest science, rather than politics, should guide decisions about management of natural resources. His life is a testament to this belief, as evidenced throughout the book. His wry humor and musings offer readers a rare insider's look at the political tug-of-war he encounters along the way.

By: Robert M Ingle
Imprint: Outskirts Press
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 739g
ISBN: 9781977282590
ISBN 10: 1977282598
Pages: 430
Publication Date: 28 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

One of Florida's leading pioneers in marine biology, Robert M. Ingle (1917-1997) dedicated his life to the pursuit of honest science. He was instrumental in founding the Florida Board of Conservation Marine Laboratory in St. Petersburg, Florida. A building in the complex was named in his honor to pay tribute to his numerous contributions.