Exploring the importance of fishing in Marsaxlokk

Abstract

Marsaxlokk is recognised by many as the largest fishing village in Malta. However, not many people realise the huge impact fishing has had on this village. In this long essay research, I disembarked on a journey to discover the diverse impacts fishing methods had and still have on the fishing community by focusing mainly on the social, cultural, economic and culinary aspects of the village. Other secondary focal points were exploring the importance of technology in fishing and how fish farming affects fishing and fishermen. From researching a body of literature to the interpretation of the results obtained from face-to-face interviews with people involved directly or indirectly in this trade, a lot of different findings were uncovered, some which were expected whilst others were a surprising. [excerpt]