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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Princeton University Press
ISBN-10
0691163448
ISBN-13
9780691163444
eBay Product ID (ePID)
208597316
Product Key Features
Edition
3
Book Title
Antarctic Dive Guide : Fully Revised and Updated Third Edition
Number of Pages
144 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Topic
Polar Regions, Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas, Scuba & Snorkeling, Special Interest / Ecotourism, Swimming & Diving
Illustrator
Yes
Features
Revised
Genre
Nature, Travel, Sports & Recreation
Book Series
Wildguides Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
11 Oz
Item Length
8.3 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2014-949506
Reviews
"Impressive in its readability and accessibility to a forlorn land most of us will never encounter." ---Gabriel Thoumi, Monga Bay,, "This book turned out to be much more than I had expected. If you're into scuba diving and dream of the ultimate dive, you really need to get this one!" ---Dave Lewis, Birds from Behind Blog,, This book turned out to be much more than I had expected. If you're into scuba diving and dream of the ultimate dive, you really need to get this one! ---Dave Lewis, Birds from Behind Blog,, "[F]rigid descriptions come with beautiful color photographs of sea cucumbers, seals, sea stars, salps, and an array of other marine organisms. . . . The Antarctic Dive Guide does an admirable job at . . . conveying the joys and the risks involved at entering such a beautiful, alien part of the world." --Brian Switek, National Geographic Laelaps blog, "Impressive in its readability and accessibility to a forlorn land most of us will never encounter." ---Gabriel Thoumi, Monga Bay, Impressive in its readability and accessibility to a forlorn land most of us will never encounter. ---Gabriel Thoumi, Monga Bay,, "[F]rigid descriptions come with beautiful color photographs of sea cucumbers, seals, sea stars, salps, and an array of other marine organisms. . . . The Antarctic Dive Guide does an admirable job at . . . conveying the joys and the risks involved at entering such a beautiful, alien part of the world." ---Brian Switek, National Geographic Laelaps blog, "This book turned out to be much more than I had expected. If you're into scuba diving and dream of the ultimate dive, you really need to get this one!" --Dave Lewis, Birds from Behind Blog, "Impressive in its readability and accessibility to a forlorn land most of us will never encounter." --Gabriel Thoumi, Monga Bay, "This book turned out to be much more than I had expected. If you're into scuba diving and dream of the ultimate dive, you really need to get this one!" ---Dave Lewis, Birds from Behind Blog, [F]rigid descriptions come with beautiful color photographs of sea cucumbers, seals, sea stars, salps, and an array of other marine organisms. . . . The Antarctic Dive Guide does an admirable job at . . . conveying the joys and the risks involved at entering such a beautiful, alien part of the world. ---Brian Switek, National Geographic Laelaps blog
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
23
Series Volume Number
56
Dewey Decimal
797.2/3
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
The Antarctic Dive Guide is the first and only dive guide to the seventh continent, until recently the exclusive realm of scientific and military divers. Today, however, the icy waters of Antarctica have become the extreme destination for recreational divers wishing to explore beyond the conventional and observe the strange marine life that abounds below the surface. This book is packed with information about the history of diving in Antarctica and its wildlife, and features stunning underwater photography. The Antarctic Dive Guide covers 31 key dive sites on the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia and includes maps and detailed guidance on how best to explore each site. Essential information is also provided on how to choose and prepare for travel to this remote region, and diving techniques for subzero waters. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone considering diving in Antarctica, and an exciting read for anyone interested in this little-explored underwater world.This fully revised and updated third edition: * Covers 4 new dive sites* Features revised and updated information for the other 27 sites covered* Includes new sections on the Sea Leopard Project and natural product chemistry from Antarctic marine organisms, Preceded by: Below freezing: the Antarctic dive guide / Lisa Eareckson Trotter. 2nd edition. Old Basing, Hampshire: Wild Guides, 2008., The Antarctic Dive Guide is the first and only dive guide to the seventh continent, until recently the exclusive realm of scientific and military divers. Today, however, the icy waters of Antarctica have become the extreme destination for recreational divers wishing to explore beyond the conventional and observe the strange marine life that abounds below the surface. This book is packed with information about the history of diving in Antarctica and its wildlife, and features stunning underwater photography. The Antarctic Dive Guide covers 31 key dive sites on the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia and includes maps and detailed guidance on how best to explore each site. Essential information is also provided on how to choose and prepare for travel to this remote region, and diving techniques for subzero waters. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone considering diving in Antarctica, and an exciting read for anyone interested in this little-explored underwater world. This fully revised and updated third edition: Covers 4 new dive sites Features revised and updated information for the other 27 sites covered Includes new sections on the Sea Leopard Project and natural product chemistry from Antarctic marine organisms
LC Classification Number
GV838.672
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- d***i (216)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchasePacked safely and securely - Shipping was slow (10 days from an hour and a half away!) but it was Free! I thought Price was especially reasonable! Book came in Exactly as Described and I can't wait to start reading it! I Recommend this Seller!Commodore: The Amiga Years by Bagnall, Brian [Hardcover] (#305372157502)
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