Ocean Exploration

A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK TO READ THIS SUMMER From bestselling author Susan Casey, an awe-inspiring portrait of the mysterious world beneath the waves, and the men and women who seek to uncover its secrets “An irresistible mix of splendid scholarship, heart-stopping adventure writing...

From the dawn of civilization, humanity has been drawn to the water, but we often forget that the world's waterways are not always our allies. This book embarks on a global journey to the twenty most perilous bodies of water on Earth, exploring places where the simple act of being on the water is a high-stakes gamble. It is an unflinching examination of the planet's most hostile aquatic environments. Discover the raw, untamed power of nature, from the colossal rapids of the Congo River's Gates of Hell to the savage, unpredictable waves of the Bay of Biscay. Venture into the Amazon, a liquid...

Van is a veteran now, and the lessons are getting tougher. But so is he. When a ghost ship arrives in port, filled with the victims of a crime beyond imagination, Van and his crew will be drawn into a chase that goes beyond any star system the Peacemakers know.

David L. Mearns has discovered some of the world's most fascinating and elusive shipwrecks. The Shipwreck Hunter chronicles his most intriguing finds. It describes the extraordinary techniques used, the detailed research, and mid-ocean stamina and courage required to find a wreck thousands of feet beneath the sea, plus the moving human stories that lie behind each of these oceanic tragedies. Combining the adventuring derring-do of Indiana Jones with the precision of a scientist, The Shipwreck Hunter opens an illuminating porthole into the shadowy depths of the ocean.

Sy Montgomery's popular 2011 Orion magazine piece, "Deep Intellect", about her friendship with a sensitive, sweet-natured octopus named Athena and the grief she felt at her death, went viral, indicating the widespread fascination with these mysterious, almost alien-like creatures. Since then Sy has practiced true immersion journalism, from New England aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia and the Gulf of Mexico, pursuing these wild, solitary shape-shifters.

2024 GOLD WINNER OF THE NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS - Memoir & Personal Journey WINNER of the FIREBIRD AWARD - Spirituality Next Generation Indies Book Awards - Finalist in BIPOC, Spirituality, Mind/Body/Spirit Indies Today Awards - Finalist 2023 - Inspirational Ever wonder what it's like to heal trauma through meditation surrounded by white supremacists and neo-nazis? What would it mean to change the narrative, to go into your own body and heal the whole thing? THE OCEAN INSIDE ME is a spiritual memoir about healing racial trauma as a person of color incarcerated in an almost all-white prison. ...

👦👧 A Heartwarming and Cute Bedtime Story for Kids Ages 4–8This is the second book in the beloved adventure series by Kay Bird, author of Little Mouse's Big Adventure. In this book, your child will sail alongside Max the mouse and his loyal friend Willow the kitten as they embark on a daring voyage across the ocean. Packed with adventures, excitement, and meaningful lessons, this beautifully illustrated children’s book is ideal for boys and girls who love animal adventures, the sea, and brave little heroes. WHAT IS INSIDE:✨ A cute story about an unforgettable journey filled with ...

Setting out from New Bedford in 1878, the crew of the Esther is confident the sea will be theirs: in addition to cruising the Pacific for whale, they intend to hunt the teeming northern grounds before the ice closes. But as they sail to their final destination in the Chukchi Sea, where their captain Arnold Lovejoy has an urgent directive of his own to attend to, their encounters with the natural world become more brutal, harrowing, ghostly, and strange.

What happens when the ocean refuses to give up its dead? The sea is a vast, unforgiving wilderness, and for centuries it has been the setting for some of history’s most baffling and tragic mysteries. From the deck of the world's most infamous ghost ship to the crushing depths of the Atlantic, this book uncovers the chilling true stories of the vessels and souls that vanished without a trace. Step aboard the Mary Celeste, found drifting and eerily deserted. Investigate the colossal disappearance of the USS Cyclops in the heart of the Bermuda Triangle. Witness the final, harrowing hours of ...

In the spirit of Richard Powers and Daniel Mason, a novel spanning three centuries and tied together by the tale of Steller’s sea cow—a long-extinct denizen of the northern oceans—at once intimate and sweeping about the tragic clash between man and nature. In 1741, thirty-two-year-old...

In this masterful account in the spirit of Bill Bryson and Ian Frazier, a longtime deep-sea diver masterfully weaves together the science and history of Earth's last remaining frontier: the sea. In an age of unprecedented exploration and innovation, our oceans remain largely unknown, and...

Humankind has explored every continent on earth, climbed its tallest mountains, and gone into space. But the largest areas of our planet remain a mystery: the deep oceans. At over 36,000 feet deep, these areas closest to earth’s core have remained nearly impossible to reach - until now. Technological innovations, engineering breakthroughs and the derring-do of a unique team of engineers and scientists, led by explorer Victor Vescovo, brought together an audacious global quest to dive to the deepest points of all five oceans for the first time in history.

When Tara Roberts first caught sight of a photograph at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History depicting the underwater archaeology group Diving With a Purpose, it called out to her. Here were Black women and men strapping on masks, fins, and tanks to explore Atlantic Ocean waters along the coastlines of Africa, North America, and Central America, seeking the wrecks of slave ships long lost in time. Inspired, Roberts joined them—and started on a path of discovery more challenging and personal than she could ever have imagined.

In the vast, unforgiving waters of the Southern Ocean, the Drake Passage stands as the ultimate test of survival. Renowned adventurer Ronny Rust, the richest man on Earth and a legend among explorers, has conquered everything from outer space to the world’s highest peaks. But now, he faces his greatest challenge yet—solo kayaking across the deadliest body of water known to man. Armed with only his reinforced carbon fiber kayak and sheer determination, Ronny embarks on the perilous 500-mile journey from South America to the icy shores of Antarctica. Battling relentless storms, freezing ...

Oceanographer Dawn Wright made history in 2022 when she became the first Black person to visit Challenger Deep, the deepest and most unexplored place on Earth—a trip that took her over 10,000 meters beneath the Pacific Ocean’s surface. We know less about the ocean floor than we do about the surface of the moon. To date, barely one-fifth of the seabed has been mapped in high resolution. As an ocean scientist and explorer, Dawn has made it her mission to change that.

A nautical adventure novel set in the Atlantic Ocean near Sable Island during the late 18th century. In "The Secrets of Sable Isle," join Captain Jeremy and his spirited crew aboard the Antelope as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Atlantic. Adrift and desperate, they encounter the infamous Sable Island, a haunting silhouette against the horizon that could either be their doom or a promise of refuge. As the intrepid crew approaches the island, they are met with the unexpected hospitality of the local Governor, who shares tales of the island's shipwreck-laden history. Captivated by...

In the bestselling tradition of Hampton Sides’s In the Kingdom of Ice, a “gripping adventure tale” (The Boston Globe) recounting Dutch polar explorer William Barents’ three harrowing Arctic expeditions—the last of which resulted in a relentlessly challenging year-long fight for...

Quantum Storm is a riveting tale of adventure, technology, and intrigue on the high seas. When Kobayashi Advanced Technologies' quantum device, capable of revolutionizing global communication, sinks with the ship Hikari Maru, it's up to Alex Storm and his Deep Sea Recovery team to brave the dangers of the Somali EEZ and recover it. Battling Somali pirates, navigating through the Suez Canal, and diving into the depths of the ocean, they uncover more than just the lost technology. With the fate of global communication in their hands, they must outwit adversaries and overcome their own fears ...

What if the last great frontier wasn't space—but the depths below? Meet Theodore. Explorer, scientist, dreamer. With two master’s degrees—one in bioscience and one in mechanical engineering—and a PhD in oceanography, he's not just prepared for adventure; he was born for it. In Theodore The Explorer: Born To Discover, follow a man whose heart beats to the rhythm of curiosity and whose compass points toward the unknown. From lost civilizations beneath the sea to untold tales whispered by the wind, Theodore journeys across jungles, deserts, ruins, reefs, and into the hearts of people ...

🌊 Explore the Big Blue with Wonder, Fun, and Discovery! 🌊 Ages 6–11 Perfect for curious kids, classrooms, and young ocean lovers! Dive into the ultimate underwater adventure with Earth’s Amazing Oceans, a beautifully illustrated and fact-packed guide designed to inspire young minds. Bursting with color, excitement, and easy-to-understand science, this engaging book takes kids on a journey through coral reefs, deep-sea trenches, glowing creatures, and the ocean's most magnificent giants — all while teaching them why our oceans matter. Whether your child dreams of swimming with ...