An illuminating tour through the native sea creatures of Aotearoa, by the bestselling author of The Meaning of Trees
Secrets of the Sea is a fascinating introduction to New Zealand’s fish and shellfish, weaving together history, biology and culture to reveal how these unique and intriguing creatures have shaped our lives. Ranging from sandy shores and rocky reefs to the open ocean and its cavernous depths, Robert Vennell celebrates the magic and mystery of the world beneath the waves.
Lavishly illustrated with stunning photographs and fascinating historical illustrations.
Format: Hardback
Pages: 256
Imprint: HarperCollins NZ
Publication date: 05/10/2022
Secrets of the Sea
By Robert Vennell
Review by Mida
Secrets of the Sea is an enchanting exploration of the creatures of New Zealand’s waters, both freshwater and sea.
Combining stunning images – either gorgeous illustrations or beautiful photographs – with fascinating snippets of text, Secrets of the Sea is a wonderful exploration of the history and ecology of the life beneath the waves. Touching on the importance of each fascinating creature to their environment as well as to humanity, this book serves as a glorious reminder of how truly unique our ecosystem is; both above the tide line and below.
This book is perfect for anyone who has ever been interested in the ocean, or just wants a beautiful book on an often-overlooked part of New Zealand’s vibrant nature.
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