Ocean
Earth's Last Wilderness

"We have changed the ocean so profoundly that the next hundred years could either witness a mass extinction of ocean life or a spectacular recovery. I will not see how that story ends, but, after a lifetime of exploring our planet, I remain convinced that the more people enjoy and understand the nat......more

I loved this so very much. I’ll start with why it lost a star; I’m reading on my phone (not my fave). I was fortunate enough to be selected by the publisher as an advanced reader and unfortunately the only supported format was on my phone, which I understand given how stunning the photos at the end......more

Thanks to NetGalley and Edelweiss for furnishing advance copies of this book! Here is a thoughtful and thorough exploration of various marine phenomena affected by climate change and human activity. Replete with a healthy balance of realism and optimism, as well as detailed sketches (and, in the back......more

Reading this book feels like watching a documentary and I loved every moment of it! I am a bit biased because I’ve always loved learning about animals and I have a fondness for whales! The authors take us from coral reefs, to mangrove forests, the Arctic, and the Southern Ocean. We see the interplay......more

Ocean by David Attenborough and Colin Butfield is an excellent but somewhat overwhelming exploration of the world’s oceans. The book covers eight habitats that include coral reefs, and deep seas. It is filled with gorgeous photos and detailed illustrations. And offers Attenborough’s thoughts on over......more