"The Kraken Wakes" is a science fiction novel by John Wyndham, published in 1953. The story follows a series of mysterious events as strange sea creatures emerge from the depths of the ocean, causing widespread panic and destruction. The narrative is told through the perspective of a couple, who witness the unfolding chaos and struggle to understand the implications of these creatures on humanity. The novel explores themes of environmental change and human vulnerability in the face of nature's power. As the creatures, referred to as the Kraken, wreak havoc, society grapples with the consequences of their actions and the potential for extinction.