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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100140286764
ISBN-139780140286762
eBay Product ID (ePID)1144319
Product Key Features
Book TitleSearch for the Giant Squid : the Biology and Mythology of the World's Most Elusive Sea Creature
Number of Pages336 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAnimals / Marine Life, Life Sciences / Marine Biology, General, History
Publication Year1999
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Science
AuthorRichard Ellis
FormatUk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight10.7 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
Item Width5.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Grade ToUP
Table Of ContentThe Search for the Giant SquidIntroducing Architeuthis Is the Sea Monster a Giant Squid? The Biology of Squids, Giant and Otherwise By What Name Shall We Call the Giant Squid? Architeuthis Appears What Do We Know About Architeuthis? Battle of the Giants The Giant Squid in Literature and Cinema The Models of Architeuthis Conclusion Acknowledgments Authenticated Giant Squid Sightings and Strandings References Illustration Credits Index
SynopsisThe most mysterious and elusive of all sea creatures, the giant squid--at least sixty feet long and weighing nearly a ton--is also one of the largest. Yet for all its magnificent size and threatening undersea presence, Architeuthis has remained a mystery. Until now. In this marvelous and beautifully illustrated book, marine biologist, explorer, and artist Richard Ellis presents all that is known about the giant squid. Delving into myth, literature, popular culture, and science, he brings readers face to face with this remarkable creature. He also provides a thorough, compelling study of what is known and what is still to be discovered about this exotic animal that has never been studied alive. Interweaving his engrossing narrative with a wealth of fascinating illustrations and photographs, Ellis gives us the first comprehensive history of the only living creature that can truly be called a "sea monster.", The most mysterious and elusive of all sea creatures, the giant squid -at least sixty feet long and weighing more than a ton- is also one of the largest. With two whip-like tentacles, eight arms studded with toothed suckers, and two lidless eyes the size of dinner plates, Architeurthis has inspired myths and movies, nightmares and religious conversions. Yet it has never been studies while alive. Marin biologist, explorer, and artist Richard Ellis delves into myth, literature, and science to bring readers face-to-face with this remarkable creature as it terrifies sailors ad fishermen throughout history and battles for its life against the great sperm whale. Ellis continues his exploration into the modern era, when scientists rush to study a rare carcass, and the giant squid is a staple on the big screen. Interweaving his narrative with a wealth of illustrations and photographs, Ellis gives us the first scientific and cultural history of the only living creature that can still truly be called a sea monster.
