Synopsis
Traces the development of oceanography as a science and explores the organisms living in the deep ocean, underwater mountains, and the major currents of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
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Review
'...a perfect overview of this still very much unchartered world.' -- Scuba World
'...fascinating and beautifully illustrated...would form an ideal gift for any aspiring oceanographer or marine biologist.' -- The Naturalist, 126, 2001
'...you won't be disappointed.' -- Ocean Challenge
'This book presents an informative and accessible introduction to the deep ocean.' -- Sherkin Comment, 2001 - Issue No. 29
This is a really wonderful little book. Even the sea-cucumbers enthrall. Buy this book; you won't be disappointed. -- The Open University Sciences
About the Author
Tony Rice received his first degree and PhD in Marine Biology from the University of Liverpool. He worked as curator of crustacea at The Natural History Museum, London then spent 26 years leading the deep-sea benthic biology team at the Natural Environment Research Council's Institute of Oceanographic Sciences. He now concentrates on writing books and acting as a marine environmental consultant.
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