Author(s): Gill Arbuthnott

Animals & Natural World

From sandy beaches to mysterious, inky depths, this beautiful book is the story of ocean exploration, from shore to ocean floor. Seen from space, Earth is a swirl of blue and white. The blue is Earth's oceans, which cover 70% of its surface... yet the ocean in the most unexplored region of our planet. Now more than ever, we need to learn more about the ocean's secrets, and protect it as much as we can. From Shore to Ocean Floor is the story of how humans came from building the first boats, to discovering the secrets of the deep. Marvel at incredible scientific discoveries, be dazzled by some of the most exciting new species and admire the incredible men and women who took the very first steps below the surface. This fascinating, spectacularly illustrated book comes from the author and illustrator of the award-winning Balloon to the Moon.