"An Ocean World" by Peter Sís is an enchanting exploration of the mysteries and wonders of ocean life. Through exquisite illustrations and a lyrical narrative, the book immerses readers in the diverse ecosystems of the sea, from vibrant coral reefs to the elusive depths of the ocean. Sís captures the awe-inspiring beauty of marine creatures and their habitats, offering both educational insights and a celebration of the ocean's splendor. The journey invites readers to appreciate the delicate balance of marine life and the importance of preserving our oceans for future generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published in 2000 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

Peter Ss is an internationally acclaimed illustrator, author, and filmmaker. He was born in Brno, Czechoslovakia, and attended the Academy of Applied Arts in Prague and the Royal College of Art in London. Peter is a seven-time winner of The New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year, a two-time Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honoree, and has won the Society of Illustrators Gold Medal twice. Peter's books, Starry Messenger: Galileo Galilei, Tibet through the Red Box, and The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain were all named Caldecott Honor books by the American Library Association. The Wall was also awarded the Robert F. Sibert Medal. In addition, Peter Ss is the first childrens book illustrator to win the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship. He was chosen to deliver the 2012 May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture for the Association for Library Service to Children. Peter won the 2012 Hans Christian Andersen Award. This award is considered the most prestigious in international children's literature, given biennially by the International Board on Books for Young People. Peter Ss lives in the New York City area with his wife and children.