Diving the World: (Underwater) Photography by Norbert Wu [Hardcover]

Norbert Wu (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 21, 2003

Preeminent photographer Norbert Wu travels to the ends of the earth to showcase an array of dive spots including reefs, wrecks, caves, and drifts. Here are schooling hammerheads and spawning corals, curious sea creatures and dense kelp forests, captured in breathtaking full color photographs. Ken McAlpine’s commentary outlines each locale's geography and choice dive sites, the best seasons to explore specific areas, and ideal times and places to see favorite species and extraordinary behaviors. Also included are topside tips for the nondiver and current preservation issues related to the sea and its inhabitants. Beautifully packaged and produced, this impressive coffee-table book of 350 color photographs and maps appeals to diving enthusiasts, naturalists, conservationists, boaters, and anyone captivated by the sea.

Editorial Reviews

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...[filled] with iridescent underwater images, as well as several landscapes and aerials, from all corners of the globe. -- American Photographer

...a synopsis of Wu's productive and well-traveled career. The text offers more than captions...providing brief stories...and biographical segments. -- California Wild Magazine, Summer 2004

Beautifully illustrated and packed full of must-dive destinations, it is an excellent guide for finding your new favorite locale. -- Sport Diver Magazine (PADI Diving Society)

Beautifully packaged and produced, this impressive...book appeals to diving enthusiasts, naturalists, conservationists, boaters, and anyone captivated by the sea. -- Water's Edge Magazine, Aug-Sept 2004

Undoubtedly one of the finest underwater photographers in the world...Wu showcases his abilities to dazzling effect here. -- Library Journal

Wu has the unique ability to capture the mood and personality--whether whimsical or fearsome--of his subjects. -- Undercurrent Magazine

Wu's photographs are remarkable in every way.... McAlpine's text...is a thoughtful, intriguing, informed commentary... -- Islands Magazine

Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Universe (October 21, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0883635100
• ISBN-13: 978-0883635100
• Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 11.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,277,101 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, December 26, 2008

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Jessica (Fort Worth, TX) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Diving the World: (Underwater) Photography by Norbert Wu (Hardcover)

I got this book a few years back for my in-laws who are divers and they love it. The book is quite large and has amazing pictures. They have it on a book stand in their living room and the grandkids love it too!

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book, May 5, 2005

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Dannie (Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Diving the World: (Underwater) Photography by Norbert Wu (Hardcover)

I borrowed this book from the library and I love it. My children have spent more time in this book than just about any other book we own. They are learning about sea life and having a great time looking at the pictures, while I am learning about the world. What a fabulous book!!!!