Oceanography and Sailing in the 19th Century: The Water World Enlarged Illustrated Special Edition

Description A stunning special edition reprint of the classic 1884 illustrated oceanographic masterpiece about exploring the world’s seas, their creatures, and phenomena. Take a trip to a bygone era when steamships were new and the mysteries of the deep largely undiscovered. The Water World bursts with 19th-century enthusiasm and intrigue as daring explorers launch expeditions around the world to unravel the oceans’ secrets. DerVoort’s contemporary masterpiece remains thrilling and educational well into the 21st century with its approachable writing style and rich collection of detailed engravings that stir the imagination. Those who love tales of the high seas and the drama surrounding ocean exploration will find themselves enthralled in this sweeping work that Van DerVoort wrote for all people to appreciate the wonders of the ocean that he described as that “whose mighty heart throbs in sympathy with the pulse of God.” This special edition reprinting features enlarged pages, digitally remastered images, the original type font, and a new, beautiful retro cover design created to brighten your library and stand out on the shelf. This is a must-own book for lovers of the ocean, marine life, deep-sea exploration, and the early days of steamships, modern lighthouses, and trans-Atlantic travel. Table of contents: Chapter 1 – The Ocean: Its Laws and Elements Chapter 2 – The Frozen Ocean Chapter 3 – Icebergs Chapter 4 – Life in the Ocean Chapter 5 – Minute Animal Life Chapter 6 – Coral: The Rock Builders Chapter 7 – Pearls Chapter 8 – Sponges Chapter 9 – Seals Chapter 10 – Whales: The Monarchs of the Ocean Chapter 11 – The Whale Fishery and Its Perils Chapter 12 – Sharks: The Pirates of the Ocean Chapter 13 – Sea-Horses and Narwhals Chapter 14 – Nautili: The Floating Navigators of the Ocean Chapter 15 – Modes of Fishing in Various Countries Chapter 16 – Odds and Ends About Fishes Chapter 17 – Shells Chapter 18 – Sea Birds Chapter 19 – Superstitions Connected with the Ocean Chapter 20 – Marine Prodigies Chapter 21 – Monsters of the Deep: Sea Dragons Chapter 22 – Submarine Scenery: Animal and Vegetable Chapter 23 – The Bed of the Ocean: Deep Sea Soundings Chapter 24 – Phenomena of the Ocean Chapter 25 – Ocean Steamships Chapter 26 – The Signal Service Chapter 27 – The Life Saving Service Chapter 28 – Lighthouses and Beacons Available on Amazon.com Related