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Whales’ Journey, The: “A year in the life of a humpback whale, and a century in the history of whaling”

Martin, Stephen
ISBN: 1865082325 Categories: ,

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FISHES

This passionate blend of history and science describes the annual migration cycle of humpback whales along the east coast of Australia and the flourishing whaling industry that grew along this route in the early 20th century. It is a wonderful read for all enthusiasts of natural history.

  • xii, 251 p. : ill. (some col.), map ; 23 cm. #030624
  • 1. People and whales
  • 2. The life of humpback whales
  • 3. Preparing for the journey
  • 4. The northerly migration
  • 5. North to warmer seas
  • 6. The birthing and breeding grounds
  • 7. The southerly migration
  • Full circle.
  • Humpback whale — Behavior
  • Humpback whale — Migration

Additional Information

AuthorMartin, Stephen
Number of pages251
PublisherAllen & Unwin, Australia
Year Published2001
Binding Type

Softcover

Book Condition

AS NEW COPY!

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