The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins (Whitehead Hal)(Paperback)

The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins (Whitehead Hal)(Paperback)

In the songs and bubble feeding of humpback whales; in young killer whales learning to knock a seal from an ice floe in the same way their mother does; and in the use of sea sponges by the dolphins of Shark Bay, Australia, to protect their beaks while foraging for fish, we find clear examples of

OCEAN LIFE (SCHOLASTIC)(Paperback)

Whales, sharks, and dolphins are just a few of the amazing creatures that live in the sea. From the tiny coral shrimp to the enormous squid, this book is a very simple introduction to ocean

Atlas of the Anatomy of Dolphins and Whales (Huggenberger Stefan)(Pevná vazba)

Atlas of the Anatomy of Dolphins and Whales is a detailed, fully illustrated atlas on the anatomy and morphology of toothed and whalebone whales. The book provides basic knowledge on anatomical structures, in particular, soft tissues, and functions as a standalone reference work for dissecting

Sperm Whales: Social Evolution in the Ocean (Whitehead Hal)(Paperback)

Famed in story as the great leviathans, sperm whales are truly creatures of extremes. Giants among all whales, they also have the largest brains of any creature on Earth. Males can reach a length of sixty-two feet and can weigh upwards of fifty tons. With this book, Hal Whitehead gives us a clearer

Handbook of Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises (Carwardine Mark)(Pevná vazba)

Reading Planet - Whales and Dolphins - White: Galaxy (Webb Sarah)(Paperback / softback)

Whale Adventure (Price Willard)(Paperback / softback)

The sharks got him.'Hal and Roger Hunt are hoping to have a whale of a time when they agree to join the crew of a whaling

Whales: An Illustrated Celebration (Oseid Kelsey)(Pevná vazba)

A gorgeously illustrated, entertaining, and educational guide to the wonderful whales, dolphins, and porpoises of the world. Some of the world's most fascinating and beloved animals, cetaceans have captivated the human imagination for centuries. Whales: An Illustrated Celebration explores the most

Whales, Dolphins and Seals: A Field Guide to the Marine Mammals of the World (Jarrett Brett)(Paperback)

This new field guide is a complete and convenient reference to every species of cetacean, pinniped and sirenian in the world, along with the Marine and Sea Otters and the Polar Bear. Every species is illustrated with magnificent colour paintings and a stunning collection of photographs, chosen to

Mark Carwardine's Guide to Whale Watching in Britain and Europe: Second Edition (Carwardine Mark)(Paperback)

Whales, dolphins and porpoises are among the world's most mysterious and beautiful animals, and there are many opportunities to see them in the seas around Europe. This comprehensive and authoritative guide covers everything you need to know about where, when and how to watch them. Packed with

A Whale of a Tale! - Bonnie Worth

All About Porpoises, Dolphins, and Whales |   | Onboard a vessel that would make Jacques Cousteau green with envy, the Cat and Co. take to the high seas in search of whales, dolphins, and porpoises--those aquatic mammals known as cetaceans. While learning how cetaceans stay warm without hair, have

Cetacean Paleobiology (Marx Felix G.)(Paperback)

Cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) have fascinated and bewildered humans throughout history. Their mammalian affinities have been long recognized, but exactly which group of terrestrial mammals they descend from has, until recently, remained in the

Whales: Their Biology and Behavior (Hammond Phillip)(Paperback)

This book explores the lives of the world's largest living mammals. Drawing on the latest scientific research, Whales describes these incredible animals' evolution from terrestrial to marine mammals, their life cycle, diversity and distribution, and the ecosystems of which they are a part. Whales

The World of Peaky Blinders: An Unofficial Guide (Whitehead Dan)(Paperback)

Welcome to The World of Peaky Blinders, a cultural guide to the world that inspired the hit BBC drama. Get ready to meet television's most notorious family. This fun compendium of trivia, quizzes, and 'how-to' guides will teach you how to dress, talk, drink and thrive like a Peaky Blinder. So, don

The Killing of Sister George - A Comedy (Marcus Frank)(Paperback)

A scathing examination of the public and private lives of so-called 'cultural icons'. 'Sister George' is a beloved character on a popular BBC soap opera, a cheerful nurse who bicycles about the countryside singing hymns and doing good. In private life, June Buckridge the actress, is a swaggering,

Dear Mr. Blueberry (James Simon)(Paperback)

Whales don't live in ponds--or do they? 'Dear Mr. Blueberry, I love whales very much and I think I saw one in my pond today. Please send me some information on whales.' It's vacation time, so Emily has to write to her teacher to help when she discovers a blue whale living in her pond. Mr. Blueberry

Snail and the Whale Make and Do Book (Donaldson Julia)(Paperback / softback)

A fun craft book, based on the bestselling The Snail and the Whale, packed full of make and do activities and over 200

The Journey of Humpback Whales (Belcher Andy)(Paperback)

Discover the fascinating world of humpback whales, including their childhood, their search for food, and the three-month migration to reach Antarctica in this highly photographic information

The Cay (Taylor Theodore)(Paperback)

For fans of Hatchet and Island of the Blue Dolphins comes Theodore Taylor's classic bestseller and Lewis Carroll Shelf Award winner, The Cay. Phillip is excited when the Germans invade the small island of Cura ao. War has always been a game to him, and he's eager to glimpse it firsthand-until the

Dance and Cultural Diversity (O'Cadiz Darlene)(Paperback)

Dance and Cultural Diversity examines the art of dance within the context of different cultures and demonstrates the connections between dance and academic disciplines such as anthropology, sociology, psychology, and philosophy.The text shows that dance has the power to provoke intellectual

Voices in the Ocean - A Journey into the Wild and Haunting World of Dolphins (Casey Susan)(Paperback / softback)

The Whale at the End of the World (Ironmonger John)(Paperback)

Previously published as NOT FORGETTING THE WHALE THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'A gentle and uplifting tale of warding off apocalypse in a remote corner of Cornwall . . . charming' Financial Times For fans of ELEANOR OLIPHANT, THE ROSIE PROJECT & THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY. It all began

Understanding New Media (Siapera Eugenia)(Paperback)

The new media landscape touches every aspect of our social, political and cultural lives. It is more important than ever, therefore, that we are able to understand and explain the complexity of our digital world. Understanding New Media gives students the tools and the knowledge they need to make

Natasha's Dance - A Cultural History of Russia (Figes Orlando)(Paperback / softback)

A history of Russia's mighty culture. It covers the lives of those who have shaped its culture, and the enduring spirit of a