Literary notes about dragnet (AI summary)
In literature, particularly in Jules Verne's adventures, the word "dragnet" is employed to evoke images of traditional fishing methods that capture the essence of ocean exploration. Verne describes the dragnet as both a manually deployed and mechanically drawn tool, emphasizing its versatility in gathering a wide array of sea life. For instance, he contrasts the use of dragnets with hand fishing, highlighting the diverse methods used in underwater collection techniques [1]. In another passage, the dragnet is noted for its ability to capture a variety of marine treasures, from abalone to hammer shells, underscoring its integral role in the natural sampling of the ocean's bounty [2]. Additionally, Verne draws a parallel between the dragnet and those used in oyster fishing, illustrating a tangible connection to familiar coastal practices [3].
- I told Conseil that sponges are fished up in two ways, either by dragnet or by hand.
— from Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas: An Underwater Tour of the World by Jules Verne - Our dragnet was filled with Midas abalone, harp shells, obelisk snails, and especially the finest hammer shells I had seen to that day.
— from Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas: An Underwater Tour of the World by Jules Verne - So I summoned Conseil, who brought me a small, light dragnet similar to those used in oyster fishing.
— from Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas: An Underwater Tour of the World by Jules Verne
