Map
Ocean an illustrated atlas
Record details
- ISBN: 9781426203190 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- ISBN: 1426203195 (hardcover : alk. paper)
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Physical Description:
cartographic material
atlas
1 atlas (351 p.) : col. ill., col. maps ; 36 cm. - Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic Society, c2009.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 328-331) and indexes. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Ocean basics -- Ocean life -- Ocean past -- Atlantic Ocean -- Pacific Ocean -- Indian Ocean -- Arctic Ocean -- Southern Ocean -- Ocean exploration -- Ocean future. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Scales differ. Ocean -- Maps Oceanography -- Charts, diagrams, etc Submarine geology -- Maps Marine biology -- Maps Marine resources -- Maps Marine resources conservation -- Maps |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Camosun College Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Holdable? | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Library | G 2800 E24 2009 (Text) | 26040002792253 | Main Collection | Volume hold | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A comprehensive survey of the oceans of the world reveals the diverse geology of the ocean floor as well as the vast complexity of oceanic life, in a visual resource that includes two hundred full-color photographs, satellite images, diagrams, and cutting-edge maps, along with timely commentary on new exploration technologies, global warming, and more. 15,000 first printing. - Baker & Taylor
A comprehensive survey of the world's oceans reveals the diverse geology of the ocean floor as well as the vast complexity of oceanic life, in a visual resource that includes two hundred full-color photographs, satellite images, diagrams, and cutting-edge maps. - Blackwell North Amer
Delve into this underwater world with ocean experts Sylvia A. Earle and Linda K. Glover, who have devoted their lives to understanding the ocean and who share their insights in this atlas, along with those of 27 other scientists and specialists. Other stunning data and imagery are revealed by the skills of expert photographers, cartographers, and illustrators. Ocean: An Illustrated Atlas distills decades of research, firsthand observations, scientific data, and analyses and engages and informs all who may want to more deeply explore the nature of this blue planet.
Accompanying the text are more than 100 maps, including 5 extraordinary new maps showing the nature of the seafloor of the major ocean basins in detail not published before. More than 170 photographs and three dozen illustrations provide new ways of looking at this amazing place, with a perspective on the past, present, and future of the ocean and on how it relates to human economies, health, security, and the very existence of life. - Grand Central Pub
Detailing a mysterious realm thatâs as vital to our existence as the air we breathe, this new atlas immerses readers in the wonders of the deep through more than 250 up-to-the-minute maps, photographs, and satellite images. Deep-sea pioneer and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia A. Earle (known as "Her Deepness") and marine scientist Linda K. Glover guide the adventure, in consultation with experts from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrationâwho welcome the publication of a comprehensive ocean atlas geared to popular readers.The accessible text lays out key concepts, points of interest, and little known facts, opening our eyes to living phenomena from giant squid to tiny microbial bodies. Astonishing full-color photographs and diagrams reveal the beauty and complexity of ocean life. Unprecedented new full spread maps of the ocean floorâhand-drawn by expert cartographersâreveal the five major oceans in astonishing details. An unequaled resource for both education and entertainment, Ocean also explores the progress of fascinating technologies that will help scientists discover uncharted regions and life-forms. In light of recent eventsâthe tsunami of 2004, Katrina and Rita of 2005, the growth of the ozone holeâhumankindâs link to the ocean is front and center in our lives today. This rich informative, and timely atlas, encourages understanding of how the ocean correlates with these happeningsâand how human maintenance of its waters and creatures will keep the planet going. - Random House, Inc.
Detailing a mysterious realm that&;s as vital to our existence as the air we breathe, this new atlas immerses readers in the wonders of the deep through more than 250 up-to-the-minute maps, photographs, and satellite images. Deep-sea pioneer and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia A. Earle (known as "Her Deepness") and marine scientist Linda K. Glover guide the adventure, in consultation with experts from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration—who welcome the publication of a comprehensive ocean atlas geared to popular readers.
The accessible text lays out key concepts, points of interest, and little known facts, opening our eyes to living phenomena from giant squid to tiny microbial bodies. Astonishing full-color photographs and diagrams reveal the beauty and complexity of ocean life. Unprecedented new full spread maps of the ocean floor—hand-drawn by expert cartographers—reveal the five major oceans in astonishing details. An unequaled resource for both education and entertainment, Ocean also explores the progress of fascinating technologies that will help scientists discover uncharted regions and life-forms. In light of recent events—the tsunami of 2004, Katrina and Rita of 2005, the growth of the ozone hole—humankind&;s link to the ocean is front and center in our lives today. This rich informative, and timely atlas, encourages understanding of how the ocean correlates with these happenings—and how human maintenance of its waters and creatures will keep the planet going.
