WHALES

by Lesley Dow ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 15, 1990

Oversized books on the ever-popular sharks and whales--part of the ""Great Creatures of the Sea"" series. Each title serves up several hundred full-color underwater photos and enough odd facts, legends, and gore to delight the browser. The specialized anatomy, classification, life cycles, and habits of each are discussed. Topics include: ""Why sharks attack,"" ""Catching sharks on film,"" ""Protecting whales,"" and ""Strandings."" Small red-lined boxes pose questions and add miscellaneous detail--e.g., ""Male humpbacks' songs last for up to 10 minutes. But they will repeat this song for hours at a time--like a record when the needle sticks."" Or, in Sharks: ""When great whites attack people, they usually seem very intent on eating their victim. In this way they are different from other species."" Attractive scale drawings abound. Sure to be popular. Glossary; list of scientific names; index.

Pub Date: March 15, 1990

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: 68

Publisher: Facts on File

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Feb. 15, 1990

Categories: CHILDREN'S