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Delve into the depths of the ocean with 'The Eternal Darkness', a groundbreaking book by renowned ocean explorer Robert Ballard. This trade paperback edition, published by Princeton University Press in 2017, unveils the hidden wonders of our planet's oceans—a realm covering two-thirds of the Earth's surface and shrouded in mystery. Until recent decades, the abyss remained largely unexplored, but thanks to pioneering efforts like Ballard's, we can now appreciate the complexities of deep-sea ecosystems and their unique inhabitants.
Join Ballard as he recounts his historic discoveries, including the Titanic wreck and hydrothermal vents, as well as his role in validating plate tectonics. This compelling narration combines science and history, enriched with spectacular illustrations that bring the beauty and intrigue of the deep sea to life. Ideal for oceanography enthusiasts and armchair explorers alike, this book serves as a remarkable testament to human curiosity and innovation.
With an ISBN of 9780691175621, this brand new paperback is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore the fascinating interplay of life and technology beneath the waves. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the ocean's eternal darkness, where astonishing life forms and monumental historical insights await.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691175621
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2017
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Until a few decades ago, the ocean depths were almost as mysterious and inaccessible as outer space. Oceans cover two-thirds of the earth's surface with an average depth of more than two miles--yet humans had never ventured more than a few hundred feet below the waves. One of the great scientific and archaeological feats of our time has been finally to cast light on the "eternal darkness" of the deep sea. This is the story of that achievement, told by the man who has done more than any other to make it possible: Robert Ballard. Ballard discovered the wreck of the Titanic. He led the teams that discovered hydrothermal vents and "black smokers"--cracks in the ocean floor where springs of superheated water support some of the strangest life-forms on the planet. He was a diver on the team that explored the mid-Atlantic ridge for the first time, confirming the theory of plate tectonics. Today, using a nuclear submarine from the U.S. Navy, he's exploring the ancient trade routes of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea for the remains of historic vessels and their cargo.
In this book, he combines science, history, spectacular illustrations, and first-hand stories from his own expeditions in a uniquely personal account of how twentieth-century explorers have pushed back the frontiers of technology to take us into the midst of a world we could once only guess at. Ballard begins in 1930 with William Beebe and Otis Barton, pioneers of the ocean depths who made the world's first deep-sea dives in a cramped steel sphere. He introduces us to Auguste and Jacques Piccard, whose "Bathyscaph"descended in 1960 to the lowest point on the ocean floor. He
Join Ballard as he recounts his historic discoveries, including the Titanic wreck and hydrothermal vents, as well as his role in validating plate tectonics. This compelling narration combines science and history, enriched with spectacular illustrations that bring the beauty and intrigue of the deep sea to life. Ideal for oceanography enthusiasts and armchair explorers alike, this book serves as a remarkable testament to human curiosity and innovation.
With an ISBN of 9780691175621, this brand new paperback is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore the fascinating interplay of life and technology beneath the waves. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the ocean's eternal darkness, where astonishing life forms and monumental historical insights await.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691175621
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2017
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Until a few decades ago, the ocean depths were almost as mysterious and inaccessible as outer space. Oceans cover two-thirds of the earth's surface with an average depth of more than two miles--yet humans had never ventured more than a few hundred feet below the waves. One of the great scientific and archaeological feats of our time has been finally to cast light on the "eternal darkness" of the deep sea. This is the story of that achievement, told by the man who has done more than any other to make it possible: Robert Ballard. Ballard discovered the wreck of the Titanic. He led the teams that discovered hydrothermal vents and "black smokers"--cracks in the ocean floor where springs of superheated water support some of the strangest life-forms on the planet. He was a diver on the team that explored the mid-Atlantic ridge for the first time, confirming the theory of plate tectonics. Today, using a nuclear submarine from the U.S. Navy, he's exploring the ancient trade routes of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea for the remains of historic vessels and their cargo.
In this book, he combines science, history, spectacular illustrations, and first-hand stories from his own expeditions in a uniquely personal account of how twentieth-century explorers have pushed back the frontiers of technology to take us into the midst of a world we could once only guess at. Ballard begins in 1930 with William Beebe and Otis Barton, pioneers of the ocean depths who made the world's first deep-sea dives in a cramped steel sphere. He introduces us to Auguste and Jacques Piccard, whose "Bathyscaph"descended in 1960 to the lowest point on the ocean floor. He