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Do Whales Get the Bends?

Do Whales Get the Bends?

by TonyRice (Author)

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    Paperback 2010

    $4.07
Synopsis

Using a question and answer format, this entertaining narrative addresses a multitude of general interest questions about the sea, sea life, seabirds and man's relationship with the sea. Have you ever wondered: Does drinking seawater drive you mad? Do fish drink water? Does anything eat jellyfish? How do flying fish fly? Why do icebergs float? Do Whales Get the Bends? will answer these and over a hundred other intriguing questions. Inspired by questions raised whilst the author was guest lecturer on cruise ships, this fascinating and informative book is a light-hearted, surprising and entertaining read for anyone interested in the sea in its many forms. Each bite-sized entry is no more than two or three pages long, making it an ideal book to dip into for anyone interested in the oceans and the teeming life above and below them.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 176
 Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 15 May 2010
ISBN 10: 1408113260
ISBN 13: 9781408113264
Book Overview: Entertaining, informative impulse buy for armchair or bunkside reading For anyone interested in the sea and the oceans in their many facets Popular Q&A format; bite-sized nuggets of information perfect for dipping into In the same vein as Does Anything Eat Wasps? and our own successful Do Dolphins Ever Sleep? Good general title that will appeal to all ages

Media Reviews
'...a valuable and often fascinating volume. This is an excellent purchase - and good value...' Nautical Magazine (May 2010) 'This book records over 100 of the most frequently asked sea-related questions..in an informal and light-hearted and manner. It would make a perfect present for older children and adults alike.' Lifeboat (October 2010) 'I recommend that you delve in as it won't disappoint...' Ocean Challenge (Winter 2011)
Author Bio
Tony Rice is a retired marine biologist who now spends a good deal of time lecturing on the sea and its many phenomena to cruise ship passengers. He has also appeared on TV shows and radio programmes.