Spanning the vast range of Earth's marine environments, from Greenland to the Polynesian Islands, Planet Ocean reveals hidden landscapes of unsurpassed beauty and awe. More than 25 essays from leading scientists highlight topics such as aquaculture and global warming—for in addition to celebrating earth's marine life, Planet Ocean helps readers understand the threats that weigh on the oceans and why we must protect the incredible diversity of plants and animals there.

• Hardcover
• 368 pages, 400 color photos
• 10 7/8 x 13
• © 2007

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…this is an outstanding resource for the classroom or the home that will give readers of any age a thorough, breathtaking overview of the world underwater.—Publishers Weekly, starred review