Ocean: Secrets of the Deep
No. of pages 72
Published: 2019
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This book has been graded for interest at 8 years.
There are 72 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2019 by What on Earth Publishing Ltd .
Giulia De Amicis has a master's degree in Design and has worked as a designer and illustrator for small studios, newspapers, and ENGOs (environmental non-governmental organizations). She currently works and lives in Brighton, UK. For White Star, she illustrated Space Explorers . Originally from Switzerland, Sabrina Weiss is a London-based science communicator working for an environmental nonprofit and, here and there, as a freelance writer. She previously worked in the aviation and technology sectors, always tasked with presenting complex information in an engaging and understandable way. Sabrina holds an MSc in Communication Psychology from the London School of Economics and Political Science. She is fluent in four European languages and is currently learning Arabic.
"Jam-packed with hundreds of stylish illustrations, infographics and surprising facts about the stunning world beneath the waves."
* The Week Junior *
"The stylised, clear pictures are accompanied by detailed captions. It is a book I would wholeheartedly recommend."
* Armadillo *
"Striking a solid balance between the words and pictures...rich in quality of text and detail. Exploring the real and the mythical, young readers will pore over its pages."
* North Scotland Newspapers *
"An invitingly illustrated book for bright nine-year-olds and up, designed to inform and enthuse them about the underwater world."
* Diver magazine *
"Easily accessible information and an eye catching layout with stunning illustrations, maps and info graphics make this the perfect non-fiction browser to dive into again and again...a must for those who love reading non-fiction for pleasure."
* Miss Cleveland is Reading *
"This fun reference book is overflowing with fascinating facts about the ocean. children will discover a surprising array of sea life and the different and unexplored levels of the ocean...A great gift especially if living on the coast."
* South Wales Evening Post *
"Young readers are taken on an amazing journey from the water's surface to the deepest, darkest depths of the oceans in a fantastic new, all-colour, illustrated book...The perfect gift for any child who wants to help to save the world's oceans."
* Blackpool Gazette *
"filled with colourful, stark illustrations and infographics, printed on high-quality paper, the book exudes a sheen."
* Minerva Reads *
"The breadth of the subjects covered is impressive and each one is done brilliantly...A beautiful book."
* Books for Topics *
"A thoroughly gorgeous and engaging title that readers will enjoy whether they dive in headfirst or just dip their toes in. Great for readers aged 9+ as an independent read or younger readers with support."
* Library Girl and Book Boy *
"Stylishly illustrated...The plight of our oceans is something that has really come to the fore and it's so good to see that children's books are picking up on this and ensuring that future generations are aware of what needs to be done to save them - and this book, with its mass of information and detailed pictures will help with that."
* Parents in Touch *
"A dive into the ocean's wonders, from edge to abyss. De Amicis' painted illustrations give this wide-angled survey a strong visual draw, as sea life floats on every page in grand displays of exotic shapes, gracefully angled fins and spikes, tendrils and tentacles, intricate patterns of dots and stripes. Offers both a global view and art to pore over."
* Kirkus Reviews *