Octopus, seahorse, jellyfish
Liittschwager, David2022
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In this mesmerizing book of photography, acclaimed photographer David Liittschwager reveals the unnerving beauty of three notoriously mysterious sea creatures--the jellyfish, octopus, and seahorse--and how they perceive the world. The jellyfish, the octopus, and the seahorse are among the most wondrous species on Earth--as well as some of the most difficult to document using traditional photography methods. Enter celebrated photographer David Liittschwager, who has spent decades developing specialized portraiture techniques to capture these creatures' pulsating bioluminescence, translucent bodies, and ethereal movements. This luminous collection showcases 200 of Liittschwager's most revealing photographs, paired with penetrating essays that explain how a creature without a brain or without bones perceives the world. Bestselling science writers Elizabeth Kolbert, Jennifer Holland, and Olivia Judson explain the biology and advanced cognitive abilities of these spineless denizens of the deep, exquisitely evoking their unnerving yet undeniable charisma. Both enlightening and profound, this enchanting book documents the expanding frontiers of marine science, creating a powerful testament to the value and beauty of these little-seen--and endangered--species.
Main title:
Octopus, seahorse, jellyfish / David Liittschwager ; essays by Elizabeth Kolbert, Jennifer Holland, and Olivia Judson.
Author:
Liittschwager, David, photographerKolbert, Elizabeth, authorHolland, Jennifer S., authorJudson, Olivia, author
Imprint:
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2022]©2022
Collation:
254 pages : colour illustrations ; 29 cm
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9781426221798 (hbk)9781426221798
Dewey class:
591.770222778.932177591.77
LC class:
QL121
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
527858
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Library | Adult Non Fiction - Animals | 591.77 LII | Onloan - Due: 23 Oct 2024 |