Shark

The Illustrated Biography

Daniel Abel, Sophie A. Maycock

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English

Princeton University Pres
25 March 2025

Mathematics & Sciences; Marine biology; Fishes (ichthyology); Wildlife: aquatic creatures

A marvelously illustrated look at the life of the shark

No two species of shark have the same life history, yet these magnificent creatures share many things in common. This one-of-a-kind narrative biography brings together a wide array of species from habitats around the globe, examining the biology, ecology, and behavior of sharks as well as their cultural role in human history. Written by two experienced shark educators, scientists, and conservationists, Shark: The Illustrated Biography blends engaging profiles of selected species with captivating illustrations to offer an unparalleled exploration of the life and times of the shark.

By: Daniel Abel, Sophie A. Maycock
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 165mm,
ISBN: 9780691261676
ISBN 10: 0691261679
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 25 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Daniel C. Abel is professor of marine science at Coastal Carolina University, where his research focuses on shark ecology and physiology. His many books include Sharkpedia and (with R. Dean Grubbs) The Lives of Sharks (both Princeton). Sophie A. Maycock is an independent researcher and science communication writer. Specialising in shark behavior and conservation, she is the UK representative of the Sharks Educational Institute and is the founder of the website SharkSpeak.

Reviews for Shark: The Illustrated Biography

""For those with an inquiring turn of mind, this can only serve to enhance the experience of learning about sharks. . . . The book is delicately illustrated with watercolours.""---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds