The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ocean Life

Dive into an amazing underwater world with this extraordinary visual encyclopedia. It's packed with deep-sea facts that are sure to delight young readers.

From the fiercest sharks to the strangest jellyfish, and from the tiniest plankton to mightiest whales, this guide is perfect for children who want to know more about the seas that cover our blue planet - and the ocean-dwelling creatures that call them home.

Written in easy-to-follow language and reflecting the latest research, this volume is precision engineered to engage the minds and fire the imaginations of bright young things.

Spectacular full-color illustrations by Marc Pattenden bring the text to life while fact boxes and diagrams present in-depth information in a way that is engaging and accessible to young readers.

A perfect in-depth guide to the oceans for all children aged 8+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Reference Library series brings together beautifully illustrated, fact-packed encyclopedias for children. Entertaining, visually appealing and accessible, these hardback guides are perfect for any child's bookshelf.

Claudia Martin is the author of many books and online articles for children and young adults. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs, geography, the natural world and technology.

Marc Pattenden is a self-taught illustrator from Lewes, in the UK. He works digitally with the aim of creating colorful engaging work, full of texture and atmosphere.