[PDF] Sea Of Sharks eBook

Author : Elmer J Renner
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 50,75 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : History
ISBN : 1612515045

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Caught off Okinawa in the fiercest typhoon in history at the end of World War II. Elmer Renner, then a young officer aboard a US minesweeper, recounts the horror of his ship sinking. Renner and eight other sailors clung to a small raft for days, battling thirst, hunger, shark attacks and, eventually, madness. Renner and co-author Ken Birks describe the men's panic as distant ships seemingly ignore their desperate calls, the sea turning blood red when one of the men loses his life to a shark, and how another slips silently away into the unforgiving Pacific.

Author : Betsy Maestro
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 45,56 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Sharks
ISBN : 9780590431019

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Describes the varieties, habitats, behavior, and physical characteristics of sharks.

Author : Ocean Ramsey
Publisher :
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,27 MB
Release : 2019-08-05
Category : Shark attacks
ISBN : 9781088476987

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Never before published information on shark language and what to do to avoid, deter, or interact with sharks. A practical guide for any ocean goer should you encounter a shark or wish to increase or decrease your chances of such and experience. There is so much more to sharks than meets the eye and we are only beginning to understand them. I hope this book will help others to understand them on a deeper level and I know that the information provided in the series I've written can help save human lives. I hope with a deeper understanding people might also begin to appreciate, care, and my deepest hope is that they might even be inspired enough to join me in efforts to help save the lives of sharks who are currently being slaughtered by the millions.

Author : Jeremy Stafford-Deitsch
Publisher : Trident Press Ltd
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 18,57 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Sharks
ISBN : 9781900724289

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A comprehensive guide to the sharks of the Red Sea. It contains information under the following headings: sharks and divers; where are sharks found on Red Sea coral reefs?; how likely is a diver to see a shark on a Red Sea reef? are the sharks seen on reefs confined to reefs?; is a shark doomed to swim or sink?; can sharks rest on the bottom?; sensory mechanisms; reproduction and development; sharks and their escorts; conservation; does the great white shark occur in the Red Sea?; diving with sharks; danger and diet; warning signs; attacking to feed; attacks on divers; time of day; does size matter?; feeding sharks; sharks and marine mammals; when things go wrong; safety tips.

Author : Thomas P. Peschak
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 10,8 MB
Release : 2014-02-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 022604792X

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At once feared and revered, sharks have captivated people since our earliest human encounters. Children and adults alike stand awed before aquarium shark tanks, fascinated by the giant teeth and unnerving eyes. And no swim in the ocean is undertaken without a slight shiver of anxiety about the very real—and very cinematic—dangers of shark bites. But our interactions with sharks are not entirely one-sided: the threats we pose to sharks through fisheries, organized hunts, and gill nets on coastlines are more deadly and far-reaching than any bite. In Sharks and People acclaimed wildlife photographer Thomas Peschak presents stunning photographs that capture the relationship between people and sharks around the globe. A contributing photographer to National Geographic, Peschak is best known for his unusual photographs of sharks—his iconic image of a great white shark following a researcher in a small yellow kayak is one of the most recognizable shark photographs in the world. The other images gathered here are no less riveting, bringing us as close as possible to sharks in the wild. Alongside the photographs, Sharks and People tells the compelling story of the natural history of sharks. Sharks have roamed the oceans for more than four hundred million years, and in this time they have never stopped adapting to the ever-changing world—their unique cartilage skeletons and array of super-senses mark them as one of the most evolved groups of animals. Scientists have recently discovered that sharks play an important role in balancing the ocean, including maintaining the health of coral reefs. Yet, tens of millions of sharks are killed every year just to fill the demand for shark fin soup alone. Today more than sixty species of sharks, including hammerhead, mako, and oceanic white-tip sharks, are listed as vulnerable or in danger of extinction. The need to understand the significant part sharks play in the oceanic ecosystem has never been so urgent, and Peschak’s photographs bear witness to the thrilling strength and unique attraction of sharks. They are certain to enthrall and inspire.

Author : David George Gordon
Publisher : Disney Press
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 50,23 MB
Release : 2007-06-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781423102243

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What is the most colorful fish? Can any fish besides sharks be deadly? Why do some deep-sea fish light up? Disney Sea Creatures combines the magic of Disney with a close-up look at some of the weird and wonderful creatures that live above and below the sea to answer all these questions and more. See-through models of sea creatures are imbedded in the book for a unique and interactive learning experience. Created to appeal to children’s natural curiosity about the ocean, this unique reference tool is sure to inspire a lifetime of science learning.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 22,53 MB
Release : 2017-03-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 146546560X

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Packed with fun activities, crafts, reading games, and amazing facts, kids can take a dive under the waves and meet all the colorful creatures beneath—from clown fish to starfish to jellyfish—in this educational project book. In Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, each page has engaging photographs with clear text and simple step-by-step instructions for young readers to follow as they complete each project. Kids can learn how to create an egg carton ocean, make pretty paper plate clown fish, and make their way through an octopus maze. Perfect for kids who love the enchanting creatures of the deep, this book will improve their dexterity, memory, and brain development with each activity. Keep kids entertained as they learn with Sharks and Other Sea Creatures. Series Overview: Created especially for kids ages 3–5, DK's Practical Facts series blends gentle educational content with simple practical activities such as crafts, cooking, and counting, providing young readers with a broad reading experience in which they learn by doing. The simple activities reinforce the fun facts and aid in the development of literacy, numeracy, memory, and dexterity. Keep kids entertained as they learn with DK's Practical Facts series.

Author : Stella Maidment
Publisher : QEB Publishing
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 16,96 MB
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1609927982

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Look for hidden objects as you work your way through every scene, taking in all the sights. The wonderfully detailed illustrations create busy scenes which will keep children entertained. Not only this but your children will learn along the way, too! Fantastic spot book activities, combined with non-fiction settings, make for an informative and entertaining series. With interesting facts dotted on each page, further educational value is added to the books.

Author : Joanne Ryder
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 35,35 MB
Release : 1997-03-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780688149093

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This newest title in the popular series invites readers into the world of the endangered great white shark for better insight into this mighty predator of the sea.