Dr Rip's Essential Beach Book

Name: Dr Rip's Essential Beach Book
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781742238074
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Everything You Need to Know About Surf, Sand and Rips

By Rob Brander

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Dr Rip's Essential Beach Book by Rob Brander is an engaging exploration of beach environments, demystifying the science behind coastal elements. You’ll gain insights into waves, tides, and rip currents, accompanied by practical advice for beach safety. It's an informative and accessible read for anyone interested in understanding ocean dynamics.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in understanding the science behind beaches and coastal environments, appreciate a mix of engaging storytelling and factual information, or enjoy spending time by the sea. It is perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their knowledge of waves, rip currents, and the dynamic nature of beach ecosystems, offering a blend of educational content with practical beach safety advice.

Australia's leading beach scientist shares everything you need to know about how beaches work and how to swim safely, with examples from Australia and across the globe.

Description

How do waves break and what makes good surf?

What are dangerous rip currents and how do you spot one?

What would you do if you got caught in one?

Australia's best-known surf scientist, Rob 'Dr Rip' Brander, takes you on a fascinating and entertaining journey to uncover how our beaches form and behave, the science of waves and currents, how beaches respond to storms and climate change, as well as some of the hazards to watch out for, from tsunamis to the (unlikely) event you find yourself swimming with a shark.

Whether you're a surfer looking for the perfect wave or enjoying the beach with friends and family, this book is a must-read for all ocean lovers.

'So good, it should be compulsory reading at school, and in planes flying to Australia.' - Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki

'Dr Rip is well-respected by Bondi Lifeguards. His knowledge of how beaches work has helped save many lives.' - Bruce Hopkins, Chief Lifeguard at Bondi, Bronte and Tamarama beaches and star of Bondi Rescue

'The beach is a fun but dangerous place. Everyone who loves the surf should read this fantastic book.' - Mick Fanning, three-time surfing world champion

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742238074

Publisher: NewSouth Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: NewSouth Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 192

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Rob Brander Science & Nature

About the Author

Rob Brander is a coastal scientist at the University of New South Wales Sydney who specialises in rip currents and beach safety. He has been giving talks on 'The Science of the Surf' to the community and thousands of school children since 2001 and gained the nickname 'Dr Rip' for his habit of jumping into rip currents and releasing harmless purple dye. He is a past recipient of an Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Promoting Understanding of Australian Science Research and was appointed Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2023 for his service to coastal science and the Australian community through beach safety research and education. He is a former caretaker and a Life Member of the Tamarama Beach Surf Life Saving Club in Sydney. Rob likes bodysurfing and lying in hammocks on remote beaches, and has a secret passion for mountains. For more information on Dr Rip and 'The Science of the Surf', please visit www.scienceofthesurf.com.