Bibliograph

Ocean, the definitive visual guide, [American Museum of Natural History, consultants; introduction by Fabien Cousteau]

Type

Label

Ocean, the definitive visual guide, [American Museum of Natural History, consultants; introduction by Fabien Cousteau]

Language

eng

Illustrations

mapsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Ocean

Responsibility statement

[American Museum of Natural History, consultants; introduction by Fabien Cousteau]

Sub title

the definitive visual guide

Summary

"This dramatic, thought-provoking, and all-encompassing visual guide reveals the power and majesty of the seas and oceans, which cover more than two-thirds of the earth's surface. Navigate the mysteries and marvels of the deep, using a combination of breathtaking photography and expertly researched text."--book jacket

Table Of Contents

Introduction: Ocean water -- Ocean geology -- Circulation and climate -- Waves and tides -- Ocean environments: Coasts and the seashore -- Shallow seas -- The open ocean and ocean floor -- The polar oceans -- Ocean life: Introduction to ocean life -- Kingdoms of ocean life -- Atlas of the oceans

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