Science - Earth Sciences - Oceanography

Immerse yourself in this beautiful, absorbing guide to the marine world. Earth owes its identity as the blue planet to the vast oceans of water that cover almost 70 percent of its surface. Home to an abundance of marine life and vital in regulating...

Originally published in 1951, The Sea Around Us is one of the most influential books ever written about the natural world. Rachel Carson's ability to combine scientific insight with poetic prose catapulted her book to the top of The New York Times best-seller list,...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From bestselling author Susan Casey, an awe-inspiring portrait of the mysterious world beneath the waves, and the men and women who seek to uncover its secrets "An irresistible mix of splendid scholarship, heart-stopping adventure writing, and vivid, visceral prose."...

A scientific adventure story that dramatizes how profoundly our oceans have changed over the past 150 years In December 1872, HMS Challenger embarked on the first round-the-world oceanographic expedition. Its goal: to shine a light for the first time on the mysteries of the...

Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean's diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells. This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty...

Take a deep dive into the mystery and magic of the world's largest mammals in this visually stunning and scientifically driven exploration. Full of fascinating scientific and historical insights and stories, The Wonder of Whales surveys the extraordinary behaviors, amazing migrations, and sophisticated communication...

A global journey through the science and wonder of the oceansAuthor: Jonathan WhitePublisher: Trinity University PressPublished: 06/15/2018Pages: 360Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.20dISBN: 9781595348517About the AuthorPeter Matthiessen (1927-2014) was an American novelist, naturalist, wilderness writer, and CIA agent. A co-founder of...

Ready to get wet and salty discovering the fun and adventure in a lifelong science career? Expert marine conservationist Rod Salm shares his career highlights in this lighthearted, educational memoir.This book chronicles a 55-year scientific journey filled with field observations, adventurous research, and innovative...

A gorgeously illustrated, entertaining, and educational guide to the wonderful whales, dolphins, and porpoises of the world. Some of the world's most fascinating and beloved animals, cetaceans have captivated the human imagination for centuries. Whales: An Illustrated Celebration explores the most interesting and illuminating...