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Summary: The best book on the Great White Shark available
Review: Richard Ellis and Dr. John E. McCosker bring their years of
experience and knowledge about the Great White Shark to the public in this exhaustive study of the world's most fearsome predator. With their words and hundreds of stunning photographs (by Al Giddings and others), they reveal an animal that is not the monster of popular fiction but instead, an efficient and awesome product of evolution. This book is a must for any student or fan of the Great White
Rating:
Summary: The best book on the Great White Shark available
Review: Richard Ellis and Dr. John E. McCosker bring their years ofexperience and knowledge about the Great White Shark to the public in this exhaustive study of the world's most fearsome predator. With their words and hundreds of stunning photographs (by Al Giddings and others), they reveal an animal that is not the monster of popular fiction but instead, an efficient and awesome product of evolution. This book is a must for any student or fan of the Great White
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Summary: Comprehensive work on a beautiful, misunderstood predator
Review: Richard Ellis does a wonderful job treating his subject with respect, revealing the Great White Shark as a predator whose reputation is largely undeserved. The book reveals many facets to a powerful animal that can be extremely dangerous to people who intrude upon its domain. But there is no malice toward humans on the shark's behalf, and the book tells it like it is with text that is comprehensive and fun to read. Great White Shark biology is featured in detail, and shark attacks and the reasons behind them (they aren't what most people would think!) are researched with great attention to detail.The photographs and paintings (done by the author) are superb. Two of the most fascinating sections of the book feature the study of the extinct Charcaradon Megalodon (a massive relative to the Great White whose only earthly remains are fossilized teeth) and the thus-far unsuccessful attempts to keep Great Whites in captivity. The story of "Sandy," a female Great White who was released following an ill-fated tenure in a public aquarium, is actually very touching. It shows how many in the public wished to see the shark's best interests served, while others spoke out against it, seeing only an evil monster. A wonderful volume on one of nature's most beautiful and infamous creatures.
Rating:
Summary: Comprehensive work on a beautiful, misunderstood predator
Review: Richard Ellis does a wonderful job treating his subject with respect, revealing the Great White Shark as a predator whose reputation is largely undeserved. The book reveals many facets to a powerful animal that can be extremely dangerous to people who intrude upon its domain. But there is no malice toward humans on the shark's behalf, and the book tells it like it is with text that is comprehensive and fun to read. Great White Shark biology is featured in detail, and shark attacks and the reasons behind them (they aren't what most people would think!) are researched with great attention to detail. The photographs and paintings (done by the author) are superb. Two of the most fascinating sections of the book feature the study of the extinct Charcaradon Megalodon (a massive relative to the Great White whose only earthly remains are fossilized teeth) and the thus-far unsuccessful attempts to keep Great Whites in captivity. The story of "Sandy," a female Great White who was released following an ill-fated tenure in a public aquarium, is actually very touching. It shows how many in the public wished to see the shark's best interests served, while others spoke out against it, seeing only an evil monster. A wonderful volume on one of nature's most beautiful and infamous creatures.
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Summary: Everything I ever wanted to know...and much much more!
Review: The Great White Shark is by far the best investment I have made to date. I picked up the book while working on a Co-op work term from school and could not put the book down. Every aspect of the oceans most respected predator is covered with many dynamic pictures and illustrations (done by Ellis). From learning about it's biology to investigating why we can't keep white pointers in captivity, this book is a must for anyone interested in reading about the king of the sea.
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Summary: A great Great White book!
Review: This is the pefect book if you have an avid interest in the magnificent animal known as the Great White and want a little more to nibble on than what the Discovery Channel provides. The book gives an in depth view of every aspect of the Great White's life, from birth, reproduction, feeding, size, and interactions with humans. It is written on a level which can be enjoyed by the casual reader or devoured by an informed student. The book is full of impressive photos and interesting sidebars. I cannot recomend this book enough. Pick it up, and dive right in!
Rating:
Summary: A great Great White book!
Review: This is the pefect book if you have an avid interest in the magnificent animal known as the Great White and want a little more to nibble on than what the Discovery Channel provides. The book gives an in depth view of every aspect of the Great White's life, from birth, reproduction, feeding, size, and interactions with humans. It is written on a level which can be enjoyed by the casual reader or devoured by an informed student. The book is full of impressive photos and interesting sidebars. I cannot recomend this book enough. Pick it up, and dive right in!
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