Explore the last wilderness left on Earth, the Ocean - with this compact guide with a striking new look. From mangrove swamp to ocean floor, mollusc to manatee, Atlantic Conveyer to Hurricane Katrina, unravel the mysteries of the sea. Marvel at the oceans' power and importance to our planet - as the birthplace of life on Earth, a crucial element of our climate, and as a vital but increasingly fragile resource for mankind. You will discover every aspect - from the geology of the sea floor and the interaction between the ocean and atmosphere - to the extraordinary diversity of marine life. Stunning illustrations and the latest satellite-derived maps explain and illuminate each natural process and phenomena. This title includes an inspiring introduction by editor-in-chief Fabien Cousteau.
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A major achievement ...the sort of book you can lose yourself in for months ... every page is a treat ... Strongly recommended. Dive
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Buy it, but don't lend it!
April 25 2013
By Davo
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Format:Hardcover
This is a fantastic book. I bought it sight-unseen from Amazon, and because it was a DK book, I knew I would not be disappointed.
Compared to the recent plethora of books about the ocean, all stuffed with close-up photographs of fish scales, nudibranchs, and other colorful but ultimately boring subject matter, this book leaves them all in it's wake.
Every topic, even the smallest fact, is both interesting and educational. I doubt there is any important ocean-related fact that is not covered in this mighty tome.
Great photo's, well-written, what more can I say?
Just this - do not lend it. I did, many months ago, and still have not had it returned. I think that says it all.
Compared to the recent plethora of books about the ocean, all stuffed with close-up photographs of fish scales, nudibranchs, and other colorful but ultimately boring subject matter, this book leaves them all in it's wake.
Every topic, even the smallest fact, is both interesting and educational. I doubt there is any important ocean-related fact that is not covered in this mighty tome.
Great photo's, well-written, what more can I say?
Just this - do not lend it. I did, many months ago, and still have not had it returned. I think that says it all.
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Excellent resource
Sep 28 2012
By EL
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Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this book for my 12 years old son, whom has great interest of sea life since he was 3. He is a fast reader and has the characteristics of scholars - many people who met him believes he will be a marine biologist in the future. What I am trying to say is that he knows A LOT but this book is just amazing. It's a beautiful and informative book and can read for a long time. It's worth it!
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