Shark : The Illustrated Biography.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Abel, Daniel.

Contributor:

Maycock, Sophie A.

Language:

English

Genre:

Illustrated works

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Princeton : Princeton University Press, 2025.

Summary:

A marvelously illustrated look at the life of the sharkNo 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.Features a beautiful and informative array of watercolorsTells the biographical story of the shark using the life histories of representative species, from birth and early family life to adolescence and the adult yearsDiscusses sharks of all kinds, such as Shortfin Makos, Sandbar Sharks, Spiny Dogfish, Great Whites, Tiger Sharks, Basking Sharks, Angel Sharks, and Great HammerheadsCovers evolutionary history, distinguishing features, habitats, reproduction, and migrationExamines the role of sharks in art, music, literature, spirituality, and mythologyAn essential, must-have reference for shark lovers everywhere

Contents:

Cover

Contents

Preface

1. Sharks: An Introduction

2. Roots

3. The Shark Family Tree

4. Sharks in their Habitats

5. Sharks in the Womb

6. The Wonder Years

7. The Adult Years

8. Sharks that Break the Rules

9. A Tale as Old as Time

10. The Final Chapter?

List of Species

Index

Acknowledgments.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9780691261669

0691261660

OCLC:

1477219224