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1	The Sea Around Us more books like this by Rachel Carson Here is the strange story of the seas - how they were born, how life emerged from them, and the marine world within them. Rachel Carson's writing teems with images - the newly-formed Earth cooling beneath an endlessly overcast sky; volcanic action throwing up huge masses on the ocean floor to create immense mountains and desolate canyons; giant ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.48! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Essentials of Oceanography more books like this by Tom Garrison This volume brings focus to the appreciation of and excitement for the complex nature of the ocean and its interactions with other systems. It presents information on global warming, with an emphasis on the interdisciplinary nature of marine science, and an improved illustration programme. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $58.89! \| SVS
3	Dark Day in the Deep Sea more books like this by Mary Pope Osborne (Read by) Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness--secrets they need if they're going to save Merlin. But when the magic tree house leads them to a tiny deserted island in the middle of the ocean, they're not sure who needs help more--Merlin or themselves. see all copies from $6.55! new only from $6.89! \| SVS
4	Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science more books like this by Tom Garrison This introduction to oceanography book uses an interdisciplinary approach, emphasizing the discipline's connection with astronomy, physics, chemistry, meteorology, geology, biology, ecology, history, and economics. Written in a clear and compelling narrative voice, the author conveys his enthusiasm for the subject as well as presenting objective ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $23.28! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Essentials of Oceanography more books like this by Alan P Trujillo, Harold V Thurman For introductory courses in oceanography. This introductory text answers the question, "How do the oceans work?" It uses a systems approach to highlight the interdisciplinary relationship between oceanographic phenomena and how those phenomena affect other Earth systems. The authors incorporate scientific information from geology, chemistry, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $71.00! \| SVS
6	Introductory Oceanography more books like this by Harold V. Thurman For introductory courses in Oceanography found in departments of geology or biology.A popular introduction to the study of the world's oceans that provides a straightforward and comprehensive presentation of the subject. It covers fundamental topics such as the origins of marine life, the physical properties of the oceans, and the chemistry of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.95! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Invitation to Oceanography more books like this by Paul R Pinet see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.95! \| first editions
8	Trawler more books like this by Redmond O'Hanlon The noted travel writer Redmond O'Hanlon becomes a very seasick passenger on a Scottish trawler that runs into a hurricane. In the course of the voyage, O'Hanlon faces the possibility of death and tries to function in spite of his terror. He describes just as vividly his work with a marine biologist as they study some of the strange fish of the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.57! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
9	An Introduction to the World's Oceans more books like this by Keith A Sverdrup An "Introduction to the World's Oceans, Eighth Edition" is an introductory oceanography text intended for students without a background in mathematics, chemistry, physics, geology, or biology. It emphasizes the role of basic scientific principles in helping understand the processes that govern the ocean and the earth. A major objective of "An ... see all copies from $6.68! new only from $45.00! \| SVS
10	Essentials of oceanography more books like this by Harold V. Thurman Revised for increased readability, this full-colour text offers an insightful, ecologically-sensitive presentation of the relationship of scientific principles to ocean phenomena. Now better suited for non-major oceanography courses, this edition offers a broader study with a marked reduction in concentrated topic coverage, with a continued ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.99!
11 view cover	The Riddle of the Compass: The Invention That Changed the World more books like this by Amir D Aczel, PhD The story of the compass is shrouded in mystery but has its roots in ancient China around 2,000 years ago...A puzzling lodestone whose powers affected metal was know to the Chinese Emperor. Affected metal, suspended in water, always pointed north and was put to excellent use in the art of feng shui. However, it was the seafarers of the Amalfi ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Collision with History: The Search for John F. Kennedy's PT 109 more books like this by Robert D Ballard, Ph.D., Michael Hamilton Morgan With the support of the Kennedy family, best-selling National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Robert D. Ballard embarks on the search for PT-109, the boat made famous by commander John F. Kennedy's heroic rescue efforts following a harrowing collision with a Japanese destroyer in WWII. The companion to a major National Geographic Explorer ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.74! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	The Eternal Darkness: A Personal History of Deep-Sea Exploration more books like this by Robert D Ballard, Ph.D., Will Hively Until a few decades ago, the ocean depths were almost as mysterious and inaccessible as outer space. Oceans cover two-thirds of the earth's surface with an average depth of more than two miles - yet humans had never ventured more than a few hundred feet below the waves. One of the great scientific and archaeological feats of our time has been ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Bill Nye the Science Guy's Big Blue Ocean more books like this by B Nye The ocean, which makes up an impressive 71 percent of the planet, is still a relatively unexplored area of science. Fascinating facts like this make "Bill Nye the Science Guy's Big Blue Ocean" a compelling and essential read for young science fans. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.48! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Dolphins and Sharks: A Nonfiction Companion to Dolphins at Daybreak more books like this by Mary Pope Osborne, Salvatore Murdocca (Illustrator), Natalie Pope Boyce Fans of the Magic Tree House title "Dolphins at Daybreak" can learn lots more about dolphins and sharks with this guide. Includes an illustrated gallery of dolphins and sharks, information on the ocean, dolphin communication, and lots more. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.92! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	I Wonder Why the Sea Is Salty: And Other Questions about the Oceans more books like this by Anita Ganeri A further title from the question and answer series I WONDER WHY, with colour artwork and cartoons, an examination of the physical geography of seashores, islands and oceans, the animals that live in the oceans and human exploration of deep water, with unusual facts and analogies. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Marine aquarium handbook : beginner to breeder. more books like this by Martin A. Moe see all copies from $1.99! new only from $19.98! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Hidden Depths: Atlas of the Oceans more books like this by Noaa (Creator) From the formation of the oceans to current conservation efforts, here is the definitive atlas of the worlds most valuable resource, complete with vivid new maps, expert content, and spectacular full-color photographs of the hidden depths. see all copies from $3.88! new only from $13.63! \| SVS
19 view cover	Ghosts of the Titanic more books like this by Charles R Pellegrino, PH.D. The New York Times Bestselling author offers startling new revelations about the the Titanic and presents a poignant and shocking recreation of the doomed liner's horrific final moments. -- Pellegrino's New York Times bestseller Her Name, Titanic is considered one of the most important books ever written on the subject. -- Ghosts of the Titanic ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.99! \| first editions
20 view cover	Water from Heaven: The Story of Water from the Big Bang to the Rise of Civilization, and Beyond more books like this by Robert S Kandel From where - and what - does water come? How did it become the key to life in the universe? "Water from Heaven" presents a state-of-the-art portrait of the science of water, recounting how the oxygen needed to form H2O originated in the nuclear reactions in the interiors of stars, asking whether microcomets may be replenishing our world's oceans, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.75! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Janice VanCleave's Oceans for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Science Fun more books like this by Janice Pratt VanCleave The latest Science for Every Kid book from everybody's favorite science teacher "Janice VanCleave's science books not only teach children the basics of science, but also entertain along the way."--Parentguide Where do waves come from? What do whales eat? Why is sea water salty? Oceans For Every Kid has the answers. Janice VanCleave does it again ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.55! \| SVS
22 view cover	Cengage Advantage Books: Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science (with Oceanographynow Printed Access Card) more books like this by Tom S Garrison The ocean affects all aspects of our lives--Tom Garrison will show you how in this new edition of OCEANOGRAPHY: AN INVITATION TO MARINE SCIENCE. Garrison takes you on a vivid exploration of the ocean--from submarine canyons to zooplankton, global warming, the growing plastics problem, and our changing coastlines--and explains oceanography's most ... see all copies from $57.71! new only from $57.71! \| SVS
23 view cover	To Follow the Water: Exploring the Sea to Discover Climate: From the Gulf Stream to the Blue Beyond more books like this by Dallas Murphy Murphy traces the history of mans interaction with the Gulf Stream from the first awareness of it right up until todays efforts to preserve it amidst the devastating effects of climate change. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Ocean more books like this by Miranda MacQuitty Revealing the world of the ocean, this book includes intricate 3-D models, built by experts in museums, animation studios and industry. Accompanying text and annotation unfold the ocean's secrets and explain how life exists. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.23! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Laboratory exercises in oceanography more books like this by Bernard W. Pipkin The new edition of Laboratory Exercises in Oceanography brings current the lab manual used by tens of thousands of students over the past two decades. As always, the manual includes exercises for the major disciplines within oceanography (biology, chemistry, geology, and physics) and incorporates real data from actual experiments. The new edition ... see all copies from $9.09! new only from $46.20! \| SVS

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