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Ocean

Secrets of the Deep

Sabrina Weiss Giulia De Amicis

$29.99

Hardback

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English
What on Earth Books
01 December 2019
Discover menacing sharks, playful dolphins, clownfish, penguins, turtles, whales, shimmering jellyfish and gargantuan giant squid. Ocean: Secrets of the Deep is jam-packed with hundreds of stylish illustrations and many more surprising facts about the world’s marine life. First, readers are taken on a journey from the water’s surface to the deepest, darkest depths of the oceans, stopping off at coral reefs and kelp forests. Next, information-packed spreads offer answers to questions such as: How do turtles keep clean? Do whales talk to each other? and What can humans do to save the ocean?

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Illustrated by:   Giulia De Amicis
Imprint:   What on Earth Books
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 295mm,  Width: 215mm, 
ISBN:   9781999968052
ISBN 10:   1999968050
Pages:   72
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 8 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Originally from Switzerland, Sabrina Weiss is a London-based science communicator working for an environmental nonprofit and, here and there, as a freelance writer. She previously worked in the aviation and technology sectors, always tasked with presenting complex information in an engaging and understandable way. Sabrina holds an MSc in Communication Psychology from the London School of Economics and Political Science. She is fluent in four European languages and is currently learning Arabic. Since completing her Master's in Communication Design in 2012, Giulia De Amicis has been working as a visual designer and illustrator. Her work mainly focuses on presenting information through graphics for newspapers, magazines and the environmental sector, with a particular interest in marine ecology, geography and human rights.

Reviews for Ocean: Secrets of the Deep

Jam-packed with hundreds of stylish illustrations, infographics and surprising facts about the stunning world beneath the waves. * The Week Junior * The stylised, clear pictures are accompanied by detailed captions. It is a book I would wholeheartedly recommend. * Armadillo Magazine * Striking a solid balance between the words and pictures ... rich in quality of text and detail. Exploring the real and the mythical, young readers will pore over its pages. * North Scotland Newspaper * An invitingly illustrated book for bright nine-year-olds and up, designed to inform and enthuse them about the underwater world. * Diver Magazine * Easily accessible information and an eye catching layout with stunning illustrations, maps and info graphics make this the perfect non-fiction browser to dive into again and again...a must for those who love reading non-fiction for pleasure. * Miss Cleveland is Reading * This fun reference book is overflowing with fascinating facts about the ocean. children will discover a surprising array of sea life and the different and unexplored levels of the ocean ... A great gift especially if living on the coast. * South Wales Evening Post * Young readers are taken on an amazing journey from the water's surface to the deepest, darkest depths of the oceans in a fantastic new, all-colour, illustrated book ... The perfect gift for any child who wants to help to save the world's oceans. * Blackpool Gazette * Filled with colourful, stark illustrations and infographics, printed on high-quality paper, the book exudes a sheen. * Minerva Reads * The breadth of the subjects covered is impressive and each one is done brilliantly ... A beautiful book. * Books for Topics * A thoroughly gorgeous and engaging title that readers will enjoy whether they dive in headfirst or just dip their toes in. Great for readers aged 9+ as an independent read or younger readers with support. * Library Girl and Book Boy * Stylishly illustrated...The plight of our oceans is something that has really come to the fore and it's so good to see that children's books are picking up on this and ensuring that future generations are aware of what needs to be done to save them - and this book, with its mass of information and detailed pictures will help with that. * Parents in Touch *


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