marine biology

Traces the history of man's understanding of the sea, from the legends of primitive mariners to the scientific methods of modern undersea biologists, geologists, and archaeologists.

Presents world records associated with water sports and craft, marine life, sea voyages and shipwrecks, and the physical aspects of oceans.

Describes some of the treasures to be found in the seas, including cargoes from wrecked ships, valuable shells, and pearls.

Examines a variety of ocean life, including marine plants, fish, reptiles, and mammals, and discusses their habitats, reproduction, and defenses.

The author-photographer, a marine biologist, uses his own photographs to introduce readers to some of the more amusing characteristics of the creatures he's encountered on his dives.

Examines plant and animal life, minerals, and other riches below the surface of the ocean, and the potential havoc that humans can wreak in harvesting resources from the seas.

Looks at the worlds oceans, the plant and animal life they help to support, and efforts to protect these rich, endangered environments.

Describes plant and animal life in the ocean and man's attempts to develop technology for deep sea exploration.