Book description
Dive into this uniquely elegant visual exploration of the sea
An informative and utterly beautiful introduction to marine life and the ocean environment, The Science of the Ocean book brings the riches of the underwater world onto the printed page.
Astounding photography reveals an abundance of life, from microscopic planktonā¦
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This utterly beautiful introduction to the ocean worldāin all its power, mystery, and intrigueācaptivates me every time I open it. The photography is stunning, jumping out from large-format double spreads, and the illustrations are eminently informative. It brings to life the startling richness of the marine world, from microplankton to baleen whales, from top predators to camouflage specialists. It explains tides and waves, coral reefs and hydrothermal vents, water chemistry, and ocean zones.
Personally, I love the spreads that focus on ocean art. At home, I always have a large coffee-table book that I can dip into. Because I lovedā¦
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