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The Little Book of Whales

by Young, R.; Berta, A.

Series : Little Books of Nature
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Illustrations : 140 col illus

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Description:

A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world's whales Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, this is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference about the world's whales, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics-from anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on whales in myths and folklore from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of whales.