The Little Book of Whales - Hardcover

Name: The Little Book of Whales - Hardcover
Brand: BooksCloud
SKU: 9780691260129
Price: 15.95 USD
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by Robert Young , Annalisa Berta

$15.95

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by Robert Young (Author), Annalisa Berta (Author)

A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world's whales

Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Whales is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference about the world's whales, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics--from anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on whales in myths and folklore from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of whales.

A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
Makes a perfect gift

Author Biography

Robert Young is professor of marine science and associate provost for research at Coastal Carolina University. Annalisa Berta is professor emerita of biology at San Diego State University and the author of Sea Mammals (Princeton). Tugce Okay is a natural history illustrator who works primarily with watercolors. Her work has appeared in many books and magazines.

Number of Pages: 160

Dimensions: 0.8 x 6.1 x 4 IN

Publication Date: October 22, 2024

ISBN	9780691260129
Author	Robert Young , Annalisa Berta
Publisher	Princeton University Press
Genre	Hobbies & interests and Education
Format	Hardcover
Published	October 2024
Language	ENG- English
Pages	160
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print