Jacques Cousteau was a naval officer, explorer, ecologist, and filmmaker whose life's work was dedicated to studying the sea. Though most famously known for his television programs, he also co-developed the aqua-lung and pioneered marine conservation as a political and scientific priority. Aboard the Calypso, Cousteau explored the planet's most fascinating waters, producing numerous books and films during his voyages. He referred to himself as an "oceanographic technician," but was truly a sophisticated nature lover who found a way to communicate complex scientific and biological concepts to ordinary people. His work enabled many to explore the resources of the "blue continent" and significantly popularized knowledge of underwater biology.
Six weeks on The New York Times bestseller list, and 500,000 copies sold in 16 editions around the world, this spectacular collection of photographs of Earth taken from space, accompanied by lyrical narrative of space travel in the words of astronauts and cosmonauts from eighteen different countries, illuminates just how precarious and vulnerable our planet really is. Full color throughout.
Virtually an encyclopedia of the undersea world, this magnificent and comprehensive volume covers all aspects of life in the oceans. It is illustrated throughout with over 385 photographs, plus maps and diagrams.
An introduction to the penguin, the unusual bird that cannot fly because its wings are too small
Offers an account of his exploration of the Amazon, tracing the river from its mouth to its source, detailing the ecology, wildlife and etc
