The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants by Hobson, Melissa
The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants by Hobson, Melissa

The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants

Take a deep dive into the mystery and magic of the world's largest mammals in this visually...
$20.38 USD
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Author: Melissa Hobson
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants by Hobson, Melissa

The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants

$20.38
The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants by Hobson, Melissa

The Wonder of Whales: Discover the Lives of Earth's Most Majestic Giants

$20.38
Author: Melissa Hobson
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
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 skills of several species of whales. Author Melissa Hobson is a journalist specializing in ocean life with a mission to inspire people to love and protect the ocean. Thoroughly researched and brimming with realistic watercolor illustrations, this book offers a treasure trove of information, including:


  • The incredible distances whales can travel
  • The deeper meanings behind certain whale behaviors, such as breaching and diving
  • The contributions of whales to our ecosystem
  • How we can protect whales
  • And more!

Perfect for ocean and animal enthusiasts, The Wonder of Whales celebrates these majestic oceanic creatures. Discover the beauty and power of a diversity of whale species in this gorgeous book.


Through vivid illustrations and accessible storytelling, the Ocean Wonders series invites readers to explore the beauty and mystery of marine life. This immersive educational series reveals the ways and wonders of seashells, whales, coral reefs, and more, including their history, habitats, behaviors, and relationships with humans. Each entry combines scientific insight with captivating visuals, making complex topics easy to understand for curious readers of all ages. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and students alike, these collectible books foster appreciation for the seas and encourage conservation of the diverse underwater ecosystems that sustain life on Earth.

Get to know more of the oceans' incredible wonders with The Wonder of Seashells and The Wonder of Coral Reefs.

Author: Melissa Hobson
Publisher: Wellfleet Press
Published: 07/07/2026
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 7.98h x 5.96w x 0.71d
ISBN: 9781577159155

About the Author

Melissa Hobson is a journalist specializing in ocean life with a mission to inspire people to love and protect the ocean. Her work has been published in National Geographic, Scientific American, The Guardian, and New Scientist, among many other outlets. She is a contributing author to the forthcoming title, The Ocean Book from DK in May 2025. She is also the author of the Quarto title, The Wonder of Seashells (April 2025).


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