The Anatomy of the Sea: Over 600 Creatures of the Deep

By David Ponsonby, Georges Dussart, George Sussart

Book Overview

From sharks, star-fish, and sea squirts to porpoises, penguins, and plankton, this charming compendium is swimming with exotic sea life. Over 600 specimens are presented in page after page of intricate engravings, woodcuts, and drawings from the Victorian era, the golden age of natural history. Meticulously rendered, these illustrations are paired with observations from early naturalists, describing the classification of each particular species, how its body is constructed, its behaviorand preferences, and its habitat. Arranged by type and covering nearly all forms of marine life, The Anatomy of the Sea brings to light in one exquisite detail after another the mysteries of the deep. It's an inspiring book for all those who have gazed at the ocean in wonder.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811846334
• ISBN13: 9780811846332
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.5" x 6.5"

Customer Reviews

Beautiful!

This is one of my favorite books. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful - I am a printmaker, and I love to look to it for inspiration. There isn't much information in the book; this certainly isn't a reference book. But looking at the old prints in it, much like looking at Gray's Anatomy, is a joy.

Exquisite illustrations/woodcuts, very informative

This is a beautiful text which is easy to read and reference. I've learned a lot from it. It's made for those who love books and the craftsmanship of publishing, not for those seeking colorful photographs.