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Eels: An Exploration, From New Zealand to the Sargasso, of the World's Most Mysterious Fish

by James Prosek
₱589.05
Eels: An Exploration, From New Zealand to the Sargasso, of the World's Most Mysterious Fish
Eels: An Exploration, From New Zealand to the Sargasso, of the World's Most Mysterious Fish

Mysterious journey into the enigmatic eel's world.

If you're fascinated by nature's unsolved mysteries, you'll find "Eels" absolutely intriguing. It's an exploration that takes you from the rivers of New Zealand to the wide expanse of the Sargasso Sea, delving into the life of one of the world's most secretive creatures. The narrative weaves science, history, and personal anecdotes into a tapestry as compelling and enigmatic as the eels themselves. This book could be an excellent companion for your next deep dive into natural history.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Eels: An Exploration, From New Zealand to the Sargasso, of the World's Most Mysterious Fish

by James Prosek
₱589.05
ISBN: 9780060566111
Authors: James Prosek
Publisher: Harper
Date of Publication: 2010-09-21
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Travel, Science, Nature
Related Topics: Microhistory, History, Nature, Biology, Nature, Animals, Travel, Natural History, Biology
Goodreads rating: 3.93
(rated by 970 readers)

Description

Tour through the life history and cultural associations of the freshwater eel, exploring its biology in streams and epic migrations in the ocean, its myth and lore, its mystery and beauty. Prosek travels the globe to tell the story of the eel--from New York to New Zealand; from Europe to Japan and the small island of Pohnpei in Micronesia, where freshwater eels are worshipped by members of the eel clan.
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Mysterious journey into the enigmatic eel's world.

If you're fascinated by nature's unsolved mysteries, you'll find "Eels" absolutely intriguing. It's an exploration that takes you from the rivers of New Zealand to the wide expanse of the Sargasso Sea, delving into the life of one of the world's most secretive creatures. The narrative weaves science, history, and personal anecdotes into a tapestry as compelling and enigmatic as the eels themselves. This book could be an excellent companion for your next deep dive into natural history.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.