Shark
the illustrated biography
$46.40
- Hardcover
224 pages
- Release Date
25 March 2025
Summary
Shark: An Illustrated Biography
A marvelously illustrated look at the life of the shark
No two species of shark have the same life history, yet these magnificent creatures share many things in common. This one-of-a-kind narrative biography brings together a wide array of species from habitats around the globe, examining the biology, ecology, and behavior of sharks as well as their cultural role in human history. Written by two experienced shark educators, scientists, and con…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780691261676 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0691261679 |
| Author: | Daniel Abel, Sophie A. Maycock |
| Publisher: | Princeton University Press |
| Imprint: | Princeton University Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 25 March 2025 |
| Weight: | 700g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 165mm |
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Critics Review
“For those with an inquiring turn of mind, this can only serve to enhance the experience of learning about sharks… . The book is delicately illustrated with watercolours.”—David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds“The book really stands out from the crowd. Whilst the reader will learn all about the life cycle, evolution, habitats and threats of these charismatic creatures, they do so in a way that really engages the reader. It tells the story of sharks with more than a dash of literary flair… . Any shark enthusiast will enjoy this book… . And it is a joy to read.” * Scubaverse *
About The Author
Daniel Abel
Daniel C. Abel is professor of marine science at Coastal Carolina University, where his research focuses on shark ecology and physiology. His many books include Sharkpedia and (with R. Dean Grubbs) The Lives of Sharks (both Princeton).
Sophie A. Maycock is an independent researcher and science communication writer. Specializing in shark behavior and conservation, she is the UK representative of the Sharks Educational Institute and is the founder of the website SharkSpeak.
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