Manatee [Hardcover]

Akemi Hotta (Author), Rei Ohara (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1998

With their gentle demeanor, big brown eyes, and curious whiskery faces, manatees have long intrigued humankind. Today, as a battle is waged to save them from extinction, they are attracting a large and devoted following. One of nature's strangest and most lovable creatures, manatees have wide, sausage-like bodies that end in a broad, powerful tail, making them look like a whimsical cross between a walrus and a tremendous beaver. Manatee presents the best collection of photographs yet taken of these elusive and endearing sea mammals, capturing their adorable expressions and peaceful vegetarian ways. Taken on Florida's Crystal River, the photographs in Manatee present a rare and affectionate portrait of a reclusive species, the animals thought to be the basis of the mermaid legend. Including a thorough text filled with science and lore, Manatee reveals the many charms of the great sea cow.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Japanese

About the Author

Rei Ohara is a noted wildlife photographer based in Japan. His previous books include a collection of photographs of harp seals.

Akemi Hotta is an award-winning writer whose credits include several works of literary fiction published in Japan.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books; First Printing edition (June 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811819205
• ISBN-13: 978-0811819206
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 8.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,298,057 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for manatee lovers!, September 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Manatee (Hardcover)

The photos in this book were some of the best I've seen. The text was simple yet very informative. Every manatee fan should have this one in their library.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful as a visual aid!, March 26, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Manatee (Hardcover)

Rei Ohara has taken some of the finest photos of these gentle underwater giants that I have ever seen! This book is especially valueable as a visual aid for research projects. I highly recommend it to anyone who apprecitates these endangered creatures.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular!, May 10, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Manatee (Hardcover)

This book contained some of the best manatee photographs that I have ever seen. The text was general, and there wasn't much of it, but it is the perfect size for someone just learning about manatees. *Pictures, pictures, pictures!!*