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The Magnificent Book of Creatures of the Abyss

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The Magnificent Book of Creatures of the Abyss by Josh and Bethanie Hestermann is an engaging children's book that explores the mysterious and fascinating creatures found in the deep-sea abyss. It features beautifully illustrated pages that introduce young readers to the unique adaptations and lifestyles of these deep-sea inhabitants. The book is both educational and captivating, designed to spark curiosity about the ocean's depths and its extraordinary wildlife.
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You might enjoy this captivating book if you're fascinated by the mysterious and magical creatures that dwell in the ocean's depths. Perfect for young readers, it combines vivid illustrations and intriguing facts to spark curiosity and wonder about the hidden wonders of the abyss.

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The Magnificent Book of Creatures of the Abyss

"Take a deep dive into the world of wild, weird, and wonderful sea creatures! Get up close to some of the extraordinary creatures that live in the abyss, the little-explored world thousands of feet beneath the ocean surface"--

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Take a deep dive into the world of wild, weird, and wonderful sea creatures! 

Get up close to some of extraordinary creatures that live in the abyss, the little-explored world thousands of feet beneath the ocean surface. A gulper eel with an inflatable mouth, a barreleye fish with a transparent head, a goblin shark with an extendable jaw, a vampire squid that can turn itself inside out, and a sea worm that drops "bombs", are just a few of the incredible creatures you’ll encounter.

Filled with facts and bright, bold, scientifically accurate illustrations, The Magnificent Book of Creatures of the Abyss takes young readers on a deep dive of adventure and exploration!      

EXPLORE THE ABYSS: The abyss, or deepest parts of the oceans, is home to some of the weirdest, wildest, and most unique creatures on the planet.

36 INCREDIBLE CREATURES: Kids can learn about dozens of deep-sea dwellers, from the gulper eel with an inflatable mouth to the barreleye fish with a transparent head.

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Gorgeous, detailed, and scientifically accurate images bring some of the most incredible deep-sea creatures to life.

FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthral animal lovers of all ages.

CREATURES OF THE ABYSS WORLD MAP: A full-page map shows where each creature lurks in the deep.

COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Cats, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Dangerous Animals, and The Magnificent Book of Sharks.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781681889009

Publisher: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 March 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Val Walerczuk

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 760g

Pages: 80

About the Author

Josh Hestermann is a zoologist at the Orange County Zoo, California, USA. He previously worked at the California Science Center, the Aquarium of the Pacific, with marine mammals at Brookfield Zoo, and as a keeper, presenter, and educator at Phoenix Zoo. He has led research trips to study California sea lions in Mexico and participated in the Chicago Zoological Society's Sarasota Dolphin Research Program. Josh has contributed to conservation efforts for everything from sea otters to bluebottle butterflies.

Bethanie Hestermann writes animal-science books for children. She is passionate about educating others on animals and wildlife conservation through books, magazine articles, social media content, and blogs. She has also taught as a volunteer at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California, USA.

Val Walerczuk believes anything is possible when it comes to creating art. This internationally acclaimed illustrator is a stickler for accuracy and attention to detail, and is passionate about animals and natural history.

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