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Ocean: Exploring the Marine World by
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9781838664787
- Book Title
- Ocean : Exploring the Marine World
- Publisher
- Phaidon Press, Incorporated
- Item Length
- 11.4 in
- Publication Year
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1.5 in
- Genre
- Nature
- Topic
- Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas
- Item Weight
- 89.2 Oz
- Item Width
- 9.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 352 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Phaidon Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1838664785
ISBN-13
9781838664787
eBay Product ID (ePID)
7057286708
Product Key Features
Book Title
Ocean : Exploring the Marine World
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2022
Topic
Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.5 in
Item Weight
89.2 Oz
Item Length
11.4 in
Item Width
9.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2022-302073
Reviews
As featured in New Scientist , BBC, Aesthetica , The Independent and The New York Times Wirecutter's 'Best Coffee Table Books' 'Plunges into the vast diversity of the world's oceans across 3,000 Years.' - Colossal 'This unique work is highly recommended.' - Booklist Online 'Gift the opportunity to travel to the deepest corners of the ocean through a richly illustrated collectors-level book ... also shines as a coffee table centerpiece.' - The Agency Magazine 'A stunning...journey spanning more than 3,000 years from cover to cover.' - Nautilus Magazine, As featured in New Scientist, BBC, Aesthetica, The Independentand The New York Times Wirecutter's'Best Coffee Table Books' 'Plunges into the vast diversity of the world's oceans across 3,000 Years.' - Colossal 'This unique work is highly recommended.' - Booklist Online 'Gift the opportunity to travel to the deepest corners of the ocean through a richly illustrated collectors-level book ... also shines as a coffee table centerpiece.' - The Agency Magazine 'A stunning...journey spanning more than 3,000 years from cover to cover.' - Nautilus Magazine, As featured in New Scientist , BBC, Aesthetica , The Independent and The New York Times Wirecutter's 'Best Coffee Table Books' 'Plunges into the vast diversity of the world's oceans across 3,000 Years' - Colossal 'This unique work is highly recommended' - Booklist Online 'Gift the opportunity to travel to the deepest corners of the ocean through a richly illustrated collectors-level book ... also shines as a coffee table centerpiece.' - The Agency Magazine
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
704.9437
Synopsis
Endorsed by United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development Experience the force, mystery, and beauty of the ocean and seas through more than 300 images - featuring underwater photography, oceanographic maps and scientific illustrations, as well as paintings, sculptures and popular films. Oceanography and art collide in this visual celebration of humans' relationship with the marine world. From early nautical cartography, scientific illustrations and astounding maps of the ocean floor to ancient Roman mosaics, Japanese woodblock prints and pop-culture ephemera Oceantakes readers across continents and cultures, spanning more than 3,000 years of history. Vivid, full-page images reveal prehistoric marine creatures and fossils, mysterious flora and fauna, mythical creatures of the deep and surfing icons of today. Explore the diverse groups of fish and coral on the Great Barrier Reef, jellyfish from the deepest location on Earth and life in the polar waters of the Arctic and Antarctic. Learn about the dangers facing our planet's oceans due to climate change activity and the dedicated efforts of conservationists to benefit our underwater ecosystems. Developed with a panel of marine biologists, research scientists, conservationists, photographers, museum curators and experts from organizations including the Wildlife Conservation Society and Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Oceanillustrates Sylvia Earle's observation: 'Everyone, everywhere is inextricably connected to and utterly dependent upon the existence of the sea. Featured artists, designers, explorers, photographers and other creators include: Mary Anning, Brian Skerry, Jacques Cousteau, David Doubilet, Sylvia Earle, Damien Hirst, David Hockney, Katsushika Hokusai, Esther Horvath, NASA, Sebastião Salgado, Vincent van Gogh, Yayoi Kusama, Eileen Agar, Edward Burtynsky, Ray Eames, Ernst Haeckel, Kerry James Marshall, Greg Lecoeur, Claude Monet, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Catherine Opie., Endorsed by United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development Experience the force, mystery, and beauty of the ocean and seas through more than 300 images - featuring underwater photography, oceanographic maps and scientific illustrations, as well as paintings, sculptures and popular films. Oceanography and art collide in this visual celebration of humans' relationship with the marine world. From early nautical cartography, scientific illustrations and astounding maps of the ocean floor to ancient Roman mosaics, Japanese woodblock prints and pop-culture ephemera Ocean takes readers across continents and cultures, spanning more than 3,000 years of history. Vivid, full-page images reveal prehistoric marine creatures and fossils, mysterious flora and fauna, mythical creatures of the deep and surfing icons of today. Explore the diverse groups of fish and coral on the Great Barrier Reef, jellyfish from the deepest location on Earth and life in the polar waters of the Arctic and Antarctic. Learn about the dangers facing our planet's oceans due to climate change activity and the dedicated efforts of conservationists to benefit our underwater ecosystems. Developed with a panel of marine biologists, research scientists, conservationists, photographers, museum curators and experts from organizations including the Wildlife Conservation Society and Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Ocean illustrates Sylvia Earle's observation: 'Everyone, everywhere is inextricably connected to and utterly dependent upon the existence of the sea. Featured artists, designers, explorers, photographers and other creators include: Mary Anning, Brian Skerry, Jacques Cousteau, David Doubilet, Sylvia Earle, Damien Hirst, David Hockney, Katsushika Hokusai, Esther Horvath, NASA, Sebastião Salgado, Vincent van Gogh, Yayoi Kusama, Eileen Agar, Edward Burtynsky, Ray Eames, Ernst Haeckel, Kerry James Marshall, Greg Lecoeur, Claude Monet, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Catherine Opie., A richly illustrated celebration of the world's oceans and seas through art, history, oceanography, marine biology, and culture The latest instalment in the bestselling Explorer Series, Ocean takes readers on a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers have found inspiration in the marine world throughout history. Showcasing the diversity of the ocean from all over the world, both above and below the waves, this survey spans a wide range of styles and media - from art, scientific illustrations, and sculptures to underwater photography, film stills, and textiles - and follows a visually stunning sequence with works, regardless of period, thoughtfully paired to allow interesting and revealing juxtapositions between them.The selection of works includes a diverse range of both lesser-known and iconic artists, including Eileen Agar, Carl Chun, Jacques Cousteau, David Doubilet, Ernst Haekel, Damien Hirst, Hokusai, Greg Lecoeur, and Georgia O'Keeffe. The book features large-scale images, accessible texts, and reference information, including a glossary, illustrated timeline, and biographies.Aimed at a wide audience, the book offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject, but also incudes fascinating examples that will be surprising even for specialists., Experience the force, mystery, and beauty of the ocean and seas through more than 300 images - featuring underwater photography, oceanographic maps and scientific illustrations, as well as paintings, sculptures and popular films.
LC Classification Number
GC21
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- p***p (163)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFast shipping, packaged to perfection, item as described absolutely stunning. High quality item sold for a generous price. Thank you so so so much! I highly highly highly recommend this seller to all! Perfect transaction and I’ll definitely purchase from this seller again. Thank you soooooooooooooooooo much! Absolutely awesome.