Ocean Conservation

There are few remaining frontiers on our planet. But perhaps the wildest, and least understood, are the world's oceans: too big to police, and under no clear international authority, these immense regions of treacherous water play host to rampant criminality and exploitation.

To understand the rise and fall of empires, we must follow the paths traveled by grain—along rivers, between ports, and across seas. In Oceans of Grain, historian Scott Reynolds Nelson reveals how the struggle to dominate these routes transformed the balance of world power. Following the US Civil War, tons of American wheat began to flood across the Atlantic, and food prices plummeted. This cheap foreign grain spurred the rise of Germany and Italy, the decline of the Habsburgs and the Ottomans, and the European scramble for empire.

There is a growing crisis in our oceans as rates of infectious disease outbreaks are on the rise. A warmer world is a sicker world for humans and wild biota. Marine epidemics have caused mass die-offs of wildlife from the bottom to the top of the food chains, impacting the health of ocean ecosystems as well as lives on land. Fueled by a warming ocean and accelerated by sewage dumping, unregulated aquaculture, and drifting plastic, ocean outbreaks are sentinels of impending global environmental disaster.

Through personal stories, history and cutting-edge science, Ocean uncovers the mystery, the wonder and the frailty of the most unexplored habitat on our planet—and the one which shapes the land we live on, regulates our climate and creates the air we breathe. The book showcase the oceans' remarkable resilience: they are the part of our world that can, and in some cases has, recovered the fastest, if we only give them the chance.

Politicians, pseudo-experts, and other partisans have led us to believe that there are only two approaches to climate change: doomerism or denial. Benji Backer, Founder and Executive Chairman of the American Conservation Coalition, argues that both are dead ends. In The Conservative Environmentalist, he delivers an entirely new strategy to take care of the planet while putting the economic interest of the American people first.

A prominent seafaring environmentalist and researcher shares his shocking discovery of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in the Pacific Ocean, which inspired a fundamental rethinking of the Plastic Age and a growing global health crisis.

Dive deeply into the mesmerizing realms of marine conservation and cruise ship culture with our new eBook, "Ocean Odyssey". This offering guides you effortlessly through the transformative journey of one of the most intriguing and underexplored subcultures— the Cruiserati. Cruise ship enthusiasts and marine life defenders meet at the intersection of their shared passions, embarking upon a voyage towards lasting change and respect for our treasured seas. The unique tapestry of narratives explores multifaceted aspects of life onboard a cruise ship, revealing the delightful surprises and ...

Who can forget the sense of wonder with which they discovered the creatures of the deep? In this vibrant hymn to the sea, Callum Roberts - one of the world’s foremost conservation biologists - leads listeners on a fascinating tour of mankind’s relationship to the sea, from the earliest traces of water on Earth to the oceans as we know them today. In the process, Roberts looks at how the taming of the oceans has shaped human civilization and affected marine life. Like Four Fish and The Omnivore’s Dilemma, The Ocean of Life takes a long view to tell a story in which each one of us has a role to play.

The story of the ocean is as old as the earth itself. Overfishing, pollution, and oil spills have highlighted the need to take better care of our oceans so that the story can continue to be told.

Part odyssey, part pilgrimage, this epic personal narrative follows the author’s exploration of coasts, islands, reefs, and the sea’s abyssal depths. Scientist and fisherman Carl Safina takes readers on a global journey of discovery, probing for truth about the world’s changing seas, deftly weaving adventure, science, and political analysis.

Offering innovative ideas for protecting coastlines and cleaning the toxic seas, Scales insists we need more ethical and sustainable fisheries and must prevent the other existential threat of deep-sea mining, which could significantly alter life on earth. Inspiring us all to maintain a sense of awe and wonder at the majesty beneath the waves, she urges us to fight for the better future that still exists for the Anthropocene ocean.

Microplastics Mayhem is your ultimate guide to a healthier, plastics-free life, and is an invaluable resource that empowers readers to take control of their own well-being and make a positive impact on the environment. This comprehensive book not only reveals the alarming truth behind the invisible threat of microplastics This book includes: Practical health tips, Resources for further research And extensive list of microplastics-free products and brands. Packed with actionable advice, "Microplastics Mayhem" guides you through simple lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce your ...

A Silent Spring for our era, this eloquent, urgent, fascinating book reveals how just 50 years of swift and dangerous oceanic change threatens the very existence of life on Earth. Legendary marine scientist Sylvia Earle portrays a planet teetering on the brink of irreversible environmental crisis.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a heartwarming journey of discovery that teaches valuable lessons about family bonds, culinary delights, and environmental stewardship! Perfect for children ages 6-9 and ideal for classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and early independent readers. In this delightful installment of the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends embark on an adventure to learn about three special celebrations all happening on May 2nd: National Brothers and Sisters Day: Children will discover the importance of sibling relationships as Tommy joins his ...

In Eating the Ocean Elspeth Probyn investigates the profound importance of the ocean and the future of fish and human entanglement. On her ethnographic journey around the world's oceans and fisheries, she finds that the ocean is being simplified in a food politics that is overwhelmingly land based and preoccupied with buzzwords like "local" and "sustainable."

Part memoir, part manifesto, in Eat Like a Fish Bren Smith - a former commercial fisherman turned restorative ocean farmer - shares a bold new vision for the future of food: seaweed. Through tales that span from his childhood in Newfoundland to his early years on the high seas aboard commercial fishing trawlers, from pioneering new forms of ocean farming to surfing the frontiers of the food movement, Smith introduces the world of sea-based agriculture and advocates getting ocean vegetables onto American plates (there are thousands of edible varieties in the sea!).

Are you ready for a deep dive into the mysteries of the ocean? In this gripping eBook, we take you on a journey through the mesmerizing world of marine ecosystems, exploring the vast diversity of marine life and the intricate balance that sustains it. From the vibrant colors of marine plants to the elusive creatures of the ocean depths, you'll discover the wonders of the ocean in a way you never have before. But this is more than just a book about the beauty of the ocean. It's also an urgent call to action. We'll explore the devastating effects of human activity on marine ecosystems, from ...

Alexandra Morton has been called "the Jane Goodall of Canada" because of her passionate thirty-year fight to save British Columbia's wild salmon. Her account of that fight is both inspiring in its own right and a roadmap of resistance.

The Lifeguard: A Passionate Lesbian Romance Dive into the sun-drenched shores of The Lifeguard, where the ocean’s whispers carry secrets of love waiting to be discovered. This enchanting novel invites readers into a world where passion meets purpose, and two women find solace in each other amidst the chaos of life’s unpredictable tides. Meet Harper Mitchell, a spirited 25-year-old graduate student whose dreams are as vast as the ocean she protects. As she embarks on her first day as a lifeguard, her heart beats with excitement and trepidation—little does she know that fate has a ...

Embark on a captivating voyage beneath the surface with "Exploring the Depths." This engaging e-book offers an informative journey that navigates the fascinating world of fisheries and aquaculture. Swing open the gates to an incredible aquatic realm, blending historical context with present day realities, strategies, and prospects. Ease in gently with an enlightening introduction to fisheries and aquaculture before diving down towards their compelling origins and evolution - a testament to the innovative spirit of humanity. Grasp the subtle and complex interactions between fisheries and ...