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Shark: The Illustrated Biography

Contributors:

Daniel Abel (Author)

Sophie A. Maycock (Author)

Contributors: Daniel Abel (Author) ; Sophie A. Maycock (Author)

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BISAC categories: Nature -> Animals -> Marine Life

BISAC categories: Science -> Life Sciences -> Marine Biology

BISAC categories: Science -> Life Sciences -> Zoology

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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 conservationists, Shark: The Illustrated Biography blends engaging profiles of selected species with captivating illustrations to offer an unparalleled exploration of the life and times of the shark.
  • Features a beautiful and informative array of watercolors
  • Tells the biographical story of the shark using the life histories of representative species, from birth and early family life to adolescence and the adult years
  • Discusses sharks of all kinds, such as Shortfin Makos, Sandbar Sharks, Spiny Dogfish, Great Whites, Tiger Sharks, Basking Sharks, Angel Sharks, and Great Hammerheads
  • Covers evolutionary history, distinguishing features, habitats, reproduction, and migration
  • Examines the role of sharks in art, music, literature, spirituality, and mythology
  • An essential, must-have reference for shark lovers everywhere
ISBN-10: 0691261679
ISBN-13: 9780691261676
Author: Abel, Daniel, Maycock, Sophie A.
Publisher: Princeton University Press

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780691261676

ISBN-10: 0691261679

Publish Date: March 25, 2025

On Sale Date: January 1, 0001

Language: English

Pages: 224

Dimensions: 8.98 × 6.61 × 0.87 in

Weight: 1.5 lbs

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