Manatees (Worldlife Library) [Paperback]

Dr. James Powell (Author)

Book Description

Series: Worldlife Library

This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press (November 25, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896585832
• ISBN-13: 978-0896585836
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 8.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,715,033 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars James Powell knows his manatees!, August 9, 2010

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C. Pittman (St. Pete, Fla) - See all my reviews
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James "Buddy" Powell may be the world's greatest authority on the subject of manatees, since he began studying them while he was still a teeanger in Crystal River, Fla. This book, filled with beautiful photos and his personal observations on the gentle giants, is a wonderful addition to any library. To read more about Powell's amazing life, and about the history of manatees as a Florida icon, readers should also check out Manatee Insanity: Inside the War over Florida's Most Famous Endangered Species (Florida History and Culture). Powell and other giants of manatee science are included, as are the tangled tales of how Floridians have fought over how much protection to extend to their most famous endangered species.

5.0 out of 5 stars great pictures and information, January 9, 2010

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B. Stanley - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Manatees (Worldlife Library) (Paperback)

WE are manatee enthusiasts and I purchased this book as a gift for my husband. He really enjoyed it, as did I.

4.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Resource about Manatees, May 31, 2006

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G. Sweeney (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This book is a great resource for those who want to know and understand manatees. It has great information on manatee history and their habits. It contains good photos showing a variety of behaviors. The chapter depicting a ficionalized year in the life of a manatee is a great way to teach while telling an engaging story. Great discussion on conservation issues. Very good for adults and young adults doing research.