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  • The Future of U.S. Ocean Policy

    Choices For The New Century

    The United States is about to embark on the most thorough reconsideration of its ocean policy in more than three decades. With 1998 designated as the International Year of the Ocean by the United Nations, and with both the executive branch and the Congress currently working toward developing new approaches to formulating and implementing ocean policy, a comprehensive overview of key issues and ... Read more

    $33.89 USD

  • Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management

    Concepts And Practices

    Biliana Cicin-Sain and Robert W. Knecht are co-directors of the Center for the Study of Marine Policy at the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware and co-authors of The Future of U.S. Ocean Policy (Island Press, 1998). ... Read more

    $79.19 USD

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  • The Log from the Sea of Cortez

    A Penguin ClassicIn the two years after the 1939 publication of Steinbeck’s masterful The Grapes of Wrath, Steinbeck and his novel increasingly became the center of intense controversy and censorship. In search of a respite from the national stage, Steinbeck and his close friend, biologist Ed Ricketts, embarked on a month long marine specimen-collecting expedition in the Gulf of California, which ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Rising Seas

    Past, Present, Future

    The Earth's climate is already warming due to increased concentrations of human-produced greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, and the specter of rising sea level is one of global warming's most far-reaching threats. Sea level will keep rising long after greenhouse gas emissions have ceased, because of the delay in penetration of surface warming to the ocean depths and because of the slow ... Read more

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  • Water Wave Mechanics For Engineers And Scientists

    Series Book 2 - Advanced Series On Ocean Engineering
    This book is intended as an introduction to classical water wave theory for the college senior or first year graduate student. The material is self-contained; almost all mathematical and engineering concepts are presented or derived in the text, thus making the book accessible to practicing engineers as well.The book commences with a review of fluid mechanics and basic vector concepts. The ... Read more

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  • Ecology of Fishes on Coral Reefs

    Edited by Camilo Mora ...
    The local diversity and global richness of coral reef fishes, along with the diversity manifested in their morphology, behaviour and ecology, provides fascinating and diverse opportunities for study. Reflecting the very latest research in a broad and ever-growing field, this comprehensive guide is a must-read for anyone interested in the ecology of fishes on coral reefs. Featuring contributions ... Read more

    $119.79 USD

  • Let's Explore the Deep Blue Sea

    Oceanography for Kids

    Series series Children's Fish & Marine Life Books
    Before you begin to explore the outer space, it is important that you not be an alien to your own planet first. This picture book will take you to the amazing depths of the big, blue sea. Here, you will learn to identify marine creatures. The use of child-friendly graphics and tone in this book will help in the successful delivery of your message. Order a copy now! ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Guide to Protozoa of Marine Aquaculture Ponds

    As well as being a culture environment for fish and crustaceans, an aquaculture pond is a rich and complex ecosystem that is dominated by the microbial community. The community is nourished by food and sunlight, and is made up of algae, bacteria and, importantly, protozoa. Protozoa live by eating other organisms and detritus, or by absorbing soluble organic matter dissolved in the water. ... Read more

    $18.69 USD

  • Mechanics Of Coastal Sediment Transport

    Series Book 3 - Advanced Series On Ocean Engineering
    This book treats the subject of sediment transport in the marine environment, covering transport of noncohesive sediment by waves and currents in- and outside the surf zone. It can be read independently, but a background in hydraulics and basic wave mechanics is required.The primary aim of the book is to describe the physical processes of sediment transport and how to represent them in ... Read more

    $35.09 USD

  • Coral Reefs and Their Animals Friends

    Marine Life and Oceanography for Kids

    Series series Children's Oceanography Books
    Coral reefs serve very important purposes in ensuring the life of marine animals. They serve as nurseries for schools of baby fish and they refuge for the little prey trying to escape their predators. It is very important that your child be aware of them so that he/she would feel a sense of responsibility towards these homes. With a combination of colors and texts, this book is a definite must ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Oceans - The Deep Blue Sea

    Fun Facts and Pictures for Kids

    Series series Oceanography for Kids
    As children read a book about oceans, they will be able to see all of the animals and plants that live in the water. They can begin to create their own pictures of sea life, placing them in an ocean that they imagine. The book can be used for school projects to get ideas that are related to science and Earth. Children can also use the information to come up with ideas about new animals that might ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Coastal Defences

    Processes, Problems and Solutions

    Coastal Defences aims to present the broad spectrum of methods that engineers use to protect the coastline and investigates the sorts of issues that can arise as a result. The first section of the book examines 'traditional' hard techniques, such as sea walls and groynes, whilst the second looks at the more recent trend of using techniques more sympathetic to nature. By looking at each of the main ... Read more

    $104.99 USD