The Natural History of Sharks

By James Trefil and E.D. Hirsch Jr.

Book Overview

There are at least 300 species of sharks that roam the waters of the earth. Some are only a foot long. Other sharks grow to forty feet or more. There are fast sharks and slow ones, shy sharks and bold. Not all sharks attack man; not all live in salt water. For all that we know about sharks, there remains much that we do not know. The Natural History of Sharks is a thorough, expert guide to the knowns (and unknowns) of these fascinating creatures. This is a classic of natural history, written for the non-specialist and extensively illustrated. Learn the habits and patterns of the major species of sharks - the great white, mako, blue, hammerhead, bull, nurse and many more - and follow the story of their often stormy relationship to man and to their fellow sea creatures. The diet of sharks is eclectic (in one was found a raincoat, three overcoats and a car license plate) and their habits complex and fascinating. The Natural History of Sharks explores the intricate world of these compelling creatures - as predators, angling trophies, biological phenomena and, for centuries, inspirers of fear in men at sea. (51/2 X 81/4, 256 pages, b & w photos, illustrations) This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0394758439
• ISBN13: 9780394758435
• Release Date: April 1988
• Publisher: Vintage
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.9" x 0.7" x 5.3"

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