Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises: A Sketch (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425470098)

Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises: A Sketch is a book written by Ernest Thompson Seton that provides a comprehensive overview of these marine mammals. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on whales, dolphins, and porpoises respectively. In the first part, Seton delves into the world of whales, discussing their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. He provides detailed descriptions of different species of whales, including the blue whale, humpback whale, and sperm whale. Seton also explores the history of whaling and the impact it has had on whale populations.The second part of the book focuses on dolphins, another fascinating group of marine mammals. Seton describes their unique intelligence and social behavior, as well as their physical features and habitats. He also discusses the relationship between dolphins and humans, including the use of dolphins in therapy and entertainment.The final part of the book covers porpoises, which are often confused with dolphins but have distinct differences. Seton explains the physical characteristics and behavior of porpoises, as well as their role in the marine ecosystem.Throughout the book, Seton provides beautiful illustrations and photographs to accompany his descriptions. Whales, Dolphins And Porpoises: A Sketch is a must-read for anyone interested in marine life, and provides a valuable resource for researchers and marine biologists.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Nature Library: Animals, by Ernest Thompson Seton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419145231.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ernest Thompson Seton
ISBN-10: 1425470092
ISBN-13: 9781425470098
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d