Below The Edge of Darkness Exploring Light and Life In The D
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A pioneering marine biologist takes us down into the deep ocean to understand bioluminescence, the language of light that helps life communicate in the darkness, and what it tells us about the future ...
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A pioneering marine biologist takes us down into the deep ocean to understand bioluminescence, the language of light that helps life communicate in the darkness, and what it tells us about the future of life on Earth. A pioneering marine biologist takes us down into the deep ocean in this ''thrilling blend of hard science and high adventure'' (New York Times)LONGLISTED FOR THE SNHN NATURAL HISTORY BOOK PRIZEEdith Widder grew up determined to become a marine biologist. But after complications from a surgery during college caused her to go temporarily blind, she became fascinated by light as well as the power of optimism. Below the Edge of Darkness explores the depths of the planet''s oceans as Widder seeks to understand bioluminescence, one of the most important and widely used forms of communication in nature. In the process, she reveals hidden worlds and a dazzling menagerie of behaviours and animals. Alongside Widder, we experience life-and-death equipment malfunctions and witness breakthroughs in technology and understanding, all of it set against a growing awareness of the deteriorating health of our largest and least understood ecosystem.''A vivid account of ocean life'' ROBIN MCKIE, GUARDIAN BOOK of THE DAY''Edie''s story is one of hardscrabble optimism, two-fisted exploration and groundbreaking research. She''s done things I dream of doing'' JAMES CAMERON''A book of marvels, marvellously written'' RICHARD DAWKINS
Detaljer
Forlag
Virago Press Ltd
ISBN
9780349011257
Sprog
Engelsk
Sider
352
Udgivelsesdato
05-05-2022
Format
Paperback
Varenr.
3023454
EAN nr.
9780349011257
Varegruppe
Engelsk non fiction div.
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