A lively travelogue through the history, literature, and lore of the king of the sea. Since his childhood fascination with the gigantic Natural History Museum model of a blue whale, author Philip Hoare has been obsessed with whales. Journeying through human and natural history, this book is the result of his voyage of discovery into the heart of this obsession. Taking us deep into their domain, Hoare shows us these mysterious creatures as they have...

"Whales, dolphins, and porpoises are some of the world's most fascinating animals and have captivated the human imagination for centuries. This charmingly illustrated collection explores the most interesting and illuminating facts about these beloved creatures, from their mysterious evolution (from land to marine mammals), to their bodies, special abilities, habitats, and more. Perfect for nature and animal lovers of all ages, [this book] also dives...

Introduces the behavior and unique characteristics of a wide variety of whales and describes the efforts to save them.

Describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of these large mammals which live in water.

While spending the day in their boat on the sea, Mr. Magee and his dog get caught up in wacky adventures with a playful pod of whales.

Discusses the physical characteristics, feeding and mating behavior, interaction with humans, and habitat of whales.

Amos the mouse and Boris the whale have little in common except that they are both mammals and save each other's lives.