Reef

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 360 pages
• Published by: DK Publishing; Har/DVD edition August 20, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 075663122X
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0756631222
• Book Dimensions: 11.9 x 10.1 x 1.3 inches
• Weighs: 4.9 pounds

From Publishers Weekly
Starred Review. This brilliant photographic compilation by small Malaysian-based diving collective ScubaZoo introduces the ecology of oceanic reefs, both temperate and tropical. Though technological advances and the devastation of global reefs have spurred many experienced diver-photographers to publish photo collections, the dazzling photography in this one stands out dramatically, as does its inclusion of images made simultaneously by still and video photographers (the book includes a DVD.) The photographs allow close study of coral, fish, crustaceans and many other enchanting creatures, while the video shows the vivid activity of the reef habitat. The helpful text provides a solid introduction to reef ecology, divided into reef landscapes, their inhabitants' survival behaviors, conservation issues and a broader look at reefs worldwide. The sole problem with the book is the lack of scale indications: it's hard to tell if a given animal is minute or enormous. But this is a small quibble: the book provides an great introduction to fragile reef ecosystems. (Sept.)
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Product Review
"Color bursts forth like confetti from each page of this stunning visual adventurehighly recommended." -- The Alternative Consumer

"This gorgeous book is filed with gorgeous photographsScubazoohas done a awesome job of portraying the reef community." -- Library Journal

"[A] brilliant photographic compilationdazzling." -- Publishers Weekly (STARRED review)

"[A] unique pictorial celebration." -- Advanced Diver magazine

Reader Reviews
I bought this book for my own birthday, and had the pleasure of showing the pictures to my family who do not SCUBA dive like myself. I must say these photos are first rate, draw attention to the underwater world and make for a frequent return to the bookshelf. The freeby DVD is surprisely good, with music, pics, and video. The DVD alone would sell for $15 or $20 in some SCUBA resort areas. If you are looking for a good present for an underwater life admirer, buy it ASAP. Tell them some ardent and hard-core underwater naturalist recommended it!