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The Brilliant Abyss

True Tales of Exploring the Deep Sea, Discovering Hidden Life and Selling the Seabed

by Helen Scales ...

Narrated by Helen Scales ...

Unabridged

8 hours 34 min

Bloomsbury presents The Brilliant Abyss written and read by Helen Scales.The deep sea is the last, vast wilderness on the planet. This is the story of our relationship with it – how we imagine, explore and exploit it.For centuries, myth-makers and storytellers have concocted imaginary monsters of the deep, and now scientists are looking there to find bizarre, unknown species, chemicals to make new ... Read more

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Bloomsbury presents The Brilliant Abyss written and read by Helen Scales.The deep sea is the last, vast wilderness on the planet. This is the story of our relationship with it – how we imagine, explore and exploit it.For centuries, myth-makers and storytellers have concocted imaginary monsters of the deep, and now scientists are looking there to find bizarre, unknown species, chemicals to make new
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The Science of the Ocean

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Series series DK Secret World Encyclopedias
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6 hours 39 min

Dive into this uniquely elegant exploration of the sea.An exploration of marine life and the ocean environment, this audiobook makes marine biology and oceanography accessible and enjoyable. The Science of the Ocean offers up riches from every corner of the ocean, from coral reefs and mangrove swamps to icy fjords and deep-ocean trenches, and from great whales to the microscopic beauty of plankton ... Read more

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Dive into this uniquely elegant exploration of the sea.An exploration of marine life and the ocean environment, this audiobook makes marine biology and oceanography accessible and enjoyable. The Science of the Ocean offers up riches from every corner of the ocean, from coral reefs and mangrove swamps to icy fjords and deep-ocean trenches, and from great whales to the microscopic beauty of plankton
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The Log from the Sea of Cortez

by John Steinbeck ...

Narrated by Joe Barrett ...

Unabridged

11 hours 46 min

Brought to you by Penguin.In 1940 Steinbeck sailed in a sardine boat with his great friend the marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, to collect marine invertebrates from the beaches of the Gulf of California. The expedition was described by the two men in SEA OF CORTEZ, published in 1941. The day-to-day story of the trip is told here in the Log, which combines science, philosophy and high-spirited ... Read more

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Brought to you by Penguin.In 1940 Steinbeck sailed in a sardine boat with his great friend the marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, to collect marine invertebrates from the beaches of the Gulf of California. The expedition was described by the two men in SEA OF CORTEZ, published in 1941. The day-to-day story of the trip is told here in the Log, which combines science, philosophy and high-spirited
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Pandemic Pioneers: Overpopulation's Impact on Infectious Diseases

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Narrated by Digital Voice Archie G ...

Unabridged

5 hours 6 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this book, we delve into a compelling analysis of the intricate relationship between population dynamics and the occurrence and control of widespread contagions. Drawing from historical events, we draw lessons relevant to our modern world fraught with crescendoing numbers of individuals. With a focus specifically on overpopulation, we embark on a ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this book, we delve into a compelling analysis of the intricate relationship between population dynamics and the occurrence and control of widespread contagions. Drawing from historical events, we draw lessons relevant to our modern world fraught with crescendoing numbers of individuals. With a focus specifically on overpopulation, we embark on a
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Waves and Surf for Kids: A Fun Guide to How Ocean Waves Are Made

by Henry Falk ...

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Unabridged

2 hours 6 min

Turn summer vacation into a playful science adventure exploring the hidden energy that powers every crashing ocean wave. From feeling the foamy water rush over sandy toes to hearing the loud coastal roar, curious young explorers will uncover exactly what makes the sea move. This engaging, educational listen is perfect for keeping kids captivated during long car rides or quiet family afternoons ... Read more

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Turn summer vacation into a playful science adventure exploring the hidden energy that powers every crashing ocean wave. From feeling the foamy water rush over sandy toes to hearing the loud coastal roar, curious young explorers will uncover exactly what makes the sea move. This engaging, educational listen is perfect for keeping kids captivated during long car rides or quiet family afternoons
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Blue Machine

How the Ocean Shapes Our World

by Helen Czerski ...

Narrated by Helen Czerski ...

Unabridged

14 hours 52 min

Brought to you by Penguin.**FINANCIAL TIMES 2023 HIGHLIGHTAll of the Earth's ocean, from the equator to the poles, is a single engine powered by sunlight - a blue machine.**In a book that will recalibrate our view of this defining feature of our planet, physicist Helen Czerski dives deep to illuminate the murky depths of the ocean engine, examining the messengers, passengers and voyagers that live ... Read more

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Brought to you by Penguin.**FINANCIAL TIMES 2023 HIGHLIGHTAll of the Earth's ocean, from the equator to the poles, is a single engine powered by sunlight - a blue machine.**In a book that will recalibrate our view of this defining feature of our planet, physicist Helen Czerski dives deep to illuminate the murky depths of the ocean engine, examining the messengers, passengers and voyagers that live
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Deep End

The Truth Behind OceanGate's Doomed Dive to the Titanic

by Mark Ellis Harris ...

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Unabridged

12 hours

On June 18 2023, the world held its breath as news broke of the Titan submersible's implosion, killing all five passengers as they descended to view the Titanic shipwreck. How could this happen? And who is to blame?A tightly coiled drama set against a vivid world that few have had a chance to experience, Deep End weaves together heart-stopping storytelling, rigorous research and exclusive ... Read more

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On June 18 2023, the world held its breath as news broke of the Titan submersible's implosion, killing all five passengers as they descended to view the Titanic shipwreck. How could this happen? And who is to blame?A tightly coiled drama set against a vivid world that few have had a chance to experience, Deep End weaves together heart-stopping storytelling, rigorous research and exclusive
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Into the Planet

My Life as a Cave Diver

by Jill Heinerth ...

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10 hours 16 min

From one of the world’s most renowned cave divers, a firsthand account of exploring the earth’s final frontier: the hidden depths of our oceans and the sunken caves inside our planetMore people have died exploring underwater caves than climbing Mount Everest, and we know more about deep space than we do about the depths of our oceans. From one of the top cave divers working today—and one of the ... Read more

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From one of the world’s most renowned cave divers, a firsthand account of exploring the earth’s final frontier: the hidden depths of our oceans and the sunken caves inside our planetMore people have died exploring underwater caves than climbing Mount Everest, and we know more about deep space than we do about the depths of our oceans. From one of the top cave divers working today—and one of the
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The Book of Tides

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Narrated by Peter Noble ...

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3 hours 17 min

An idiosyncratic, richly illustrated guide to Britain's rivers, seas and shores, for everyone who loves the water and the natural world - a Norwegian Wood for Britain's watersThis is an audiobook for those who want to understand better how the waters surrounding us affect our daily lives, how it imperceptibly but crucially shapes our actions, and has shaped our landscape for millenia. It's for ... Read more

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An idiosyncratic, richly illustrated guide to Britain's rivers, seas and shores, for everyone who loves the water and the natural world - a Norwegian Wood for Britain's watersThis is an audiobook for those who want to understand better how the waters surrounding us affect our daily lives, how it imperceptibly but crucially shapes our actions, and has shaped our landscape for millenia. It's for
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Deep Sea Mysteries

Exploring the Depths of the Ocean

by Seraphina Blake ...

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Unabridged

39 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Deep Sea Mysteries: Exploring the Depths of the Ocean by Seraphina Blake takes readers on an enthralling journey into the uncharted territories of our planet's oceans. Beyond the continental shelves lies a world of darkness, extreme pressure, and fascinating creatures. This book delves into the history and significance of deep-sea exploration, the ... Read more

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Unidentified Submerged Objects and Underwater Bases

by Martin K. Ettington ...

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Unabridged

1 hour 23 min

There are many books on UFOs and Aliens but most are in the air or over the land.However, you might not be aware that there are also many UFO sightings underwater, or over water.There are even some strong claims of UFO and/or Alien bases underwater.Over 71% of the surface of the Earth is covered in water, much of which is in the Earth’s Oceans. So it makes sense that Aliens visiting Earth would ... Read more

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The Blue Wonder

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by Frauke Bagusche ...

Narrated by Kristina Lao ...

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9 hours 17 min

An intimate account of the beauty, mystery, and amazing science of the ocean.In The Blue Wonder, marine biologist and diver Frauke Bagusche brings readers on a fascinating and beautiful deep-sea dive into the ocean. Drawing on scientific discoveries and her own research, she uses photographs and playful prose to reveal:deep-sea reefs that glitter like glassfish that converse with each other by ... Read more

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The Great Offshore Grounds

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Unabridged

13 hours 57 min

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Longlisted for the National Book Award for Fiction'A magnificent beast of a book: epic' Roxane Gay'Large in scope and heart' Patrick deWittOn the day of their estranged father's wedding, half-sisters Cheyenne and Livy set off to claim their inheritance. It's been years since the two have seen each other but the promise of a shot at financial security brings the two together to claim what's theirs
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The World is Blue

How Our Fate and The Ocean’s Are One

by Sylvia A. Earle ...

Narrated by Sheree Wichard ...

Unabridged

8 hours 45 min

A Silent Spring for our era, this eloquent, urgent, fascinating book reveals how just fifty 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.In recent decades we've learned more about the ocean than in all previous human history combined. ... Read more

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A Silent Spring for our era, this eloquent, urgent, fascinating book reveals how just fifty 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.In recent decades we've learned more about the ocean than in all previous human history combined.
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Valtameret

by David Attenborough, Colin Butfield, Martti Ruokonen, Sean Steininger ...

Narrated by Jarmo Heikkinen ...

Unabridged

11 hours 5 min

Rakastetun luontodokumentaristin tutkimusmatka ihmeellisiin valtameriin.Sir David Attenborough vie meidät matkalle häikäisevän monimuotoisiin valtameriimme napamerten jääkylmistä syvyyksistä korallisaarten elämää pursuaviin kirkkaisiin vesiin.Valtameret kertoo planeettamme viimeisistä koskemattomista ekosysteemeistä ja niiden keskeisestä roolista elämän ylläpitäjänä ja ilmaston säätelijänä. ... Read more

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Rakastetun luontodokumentaristin tutkimusmatka ihmeellisiin valtameriin.Sir David Attenborough vie meidät matkalle häikäisevän monimuotoisiin valtameriimme napamerten jääkylmistä syvyyksistä korallisaarten elämää pursuaviin kirkkaisiin vesiin.Valtameret kertoo planeettamme viimeisistä koskemattomista ekosysteemeistä ja niiden keskeisestä roolista elämän ylläpitäjänä ja ilmaston säätelijänä.
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Waves of Decay: A Sociological Study for Water Pollution

by Lynda York ...

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Unabridged

4 hours 24 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this thought-provoking book, the delicate relationship between society and water pollution takes center stage. Delving deep into the sociological aspects of this grave environmental issue, the author presents compelling insights and analysis. By examining the interconnectedness between human behavior, social systems, and water pollution, the book ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this thought-provoking book, the delicate relationship between society and water pollution takes center stage. Delving deep into the sociological aspects of this grave environmental issue, the author presents compelling insights and analysis. By examining the interconnectedness between human behavior, social systems, and water pollution, the book
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Plankton for Beginners: A Clear Guide to the Tiny Drifters That Feed the Ocean

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1 hour 42 min

Dive into the hidden marine biology of microscopic ecosystems that silently power our global oceans and sustain life. Shrink down to explore a vibrant, drifting underwater realm filled with color, motion, and constant change. This accessible science journey replaces complex jargon with vivid analogies, transforming the invisible aquatic world into a bustling, living metropolis.Perfect for your ... Read more

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Dive into the hidden marine biology of microscopic ecosystems that silently power our global oceans and sustain life. Shrink down to explore a vibrant, drifting underwater realm filled with color, motion, and constant change. This accessible science journey replaces complex jargon with vivid analogies, transforming the invisible aquatic world into a bustling, living metropolis.Perfect for your
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Ice and Glaciers of the Sea for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Frozen Edges of the Ocean

by Oliver Hartmann ...

Narrated by Oliver Hartmann ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Journey to the frozen edges of our planet to uncover how polar ecosystems and marine glaciers regulate Earth's survival. Perfect for a reflective evening listen or an educational daily commute, this calming exploration transforms complex climate science into an immersive, awe-inspiring auditory escape.Feel the crisp chill of polar twilight, hear the thunderous roar of calving ice shelves, and ... Read more

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Journey to the frozen edges of our planet to uncover how polar ecosystems and marine glaciers regulate Earth's survival. Perfect for a reflective evening listen or an educational daily commute, this calming exploration transforms complex climate science into an immersive, awe-inspiring auditory escape.Feel the crisp chill of polar twilight, hear the thunderous roar of calving ice shelves, and
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Океан вне закона: Работорговля, пиратство и контрабанда в нейтральных водах

by Иэн Урбина, Иэн Урбина ...

Narrated by Роман Александров ...

Unabridged

19 hours 17 min

На нашей планете осталось мало неосвоенных территорий. Но, возможно, самые дикие и наименее изученные — это океаны мира. Слишком большие, чтобы их контролировать, и не имеющие четкого международного правового статуса огромные зоны нейтральных вод стали прибежищем разгула преступности. Работорговцы и контрабандисты, пираты и наемники, похитители затонувших судов и скупщики конфискованных товаров, ... Read more

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Ocean

Earth's Last Wilderness - THE LANDMARK NEW BOOK BY DAVID ATTENBOROUGH

by Sir David Attenborough, Colin Butfield ...

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8 hours 53 min

** THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER **'Gripping... the wildlife is so fantastical that the images on the page feel like works of the imagination.' Evening Standard'THIS IS THE STORY OF OUR OCEAN AND WE MUST WRITE ITS NEXT CHAPTER TOGETHER. FOR IF WE SAVE THE SEA, WE SAVE OUR WORLD. AFTER A LIFETIME OF FILMING OUR PLANET, I'M SURE THAT NOTHING IS MORE IMPORTANT.'From the icy seas of our poles to ... Read more

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** THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER **'Gripping... the wildlife is so fantastical that the images on the page feel like works of the imagination.' Evening Standard'THIS IS THE STORY OF OUR OCEAN AND WE MUST WRITE ITS NEXT CHAPTER TOGETHER. FOR IF WE SAVE THE SEA, WE SAVE OUR WORLD. AFTER A LIFETIME OF FILMING OUR PLANET, I'M SURE THAT NOTHING IS MORE IMPORTANT.'From the icy seas of our poles to
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The Deep

The Hidden Wonders of Our Oceans and How We Can Protect Them

by Alex Rogers ...

Narrated by James Price ...

Unabridged

11 hours 19 min

There's so much we don't know about what lies deep beneath the ocean's surface - and the time to find out is growing increasingly precious . . .Professor Alex Rogers is one of the world's leading experts in marine biology and oceanology, and has spent his life studying the deep ocean - and in particular the impact of human activity on the ecosystems of the oceans.In this timely, galvanising and ... Read more

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There's so much we don't know about what lies deep beneath the ocean's surface - and the time to find out is growing increasingly precious . . .Professor Alex Rogers is one of the world's leading experts in marine biology and oceanology, and has spent his life studying the deep ocean - and in particular the impact of human activity on the ecosystems of the oceans.In this timely, galvanising and
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Sleep Yourself Smart And Wakeup Wiser ( Oceanography Edition )

by Byron Caldwell ...

Narrated by Reed Jamison ...

Unabridged

2 hours 33 min

Drift through the twilight zone and master deep sea science in this immersive oceanography journey designed for restful sleep. As you settle into a state of deep relaxation, the narrative transforms the rigorous facts of ocean physics and marine biology into a soothing, atmospheric experience perfect for quieting a busy mind.Descend past the reach of sunlight where bioluminescent creatures and ... Read more

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Drift through the twilight zone and master deep sea science in this immersive oceanography journey designed for restful sleep. As you settle into a state of deep relaxation, the narrative transforms the rigorous facts of ocean physics and marine biology into a soothing, atmospheric experience perfect for quieting a busy mind.Descend past the reach of sunlight where bioluminescent creatures and
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Ocean Currents for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Rivers Within the Sea

by James Hollander ...

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Unabridged

1 hour 47 min

Dive into the natural world's hidden forces with this popular science guide to the invisible rivers shaping our planet. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing walk, this awe-inspiring listen transforms complex oceanography into intuitive concepts. You will never look at a coastal storm the same way again.Let the rhythmic flow of the deep sea wash over you as you unwind and satisfy your ... Read more

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Dive into the natural world's hidden forces with this popular science guide to the invisible rivers shaping our planet. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing walk, this awe-inspiring listen transforms complex oceanography into intuitive concepts. You will never look at a coastal storm the same way again.Let the rhythmic flow of the deep sea wash over you as you unwind and satisfy your
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Deepwater Alchemy

Extractive Mediation and the Taming of the Seafloor

by Lisa Yin Han ...

Narrated by Cindy Kay ...

Unabridged

8 hours 49 min

How underwater mediation has transformed deep-sea spaces into resource-rich frontiersGreen energy technologies such as windmills, solar panels, and electric vehicles may soon depend on material found at the seabed. How did a space once imagined to be empty and unfathomable come to be thought of as a treasure trove of resources? Lisa Yin Han traces how contemporary developments in underwater ... Read more

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How underwater mediation has transformed deep-sea spaces into resource-rich frontiersGreen energy technologies such as windmills, solar panels, and electric vehicles may soon depend on material found at the seabed. How did a space once imagined to be empty and unfathomable come to be thought of as a treasure trove of resources? Lisa Yin Han traces how contemporary developments in underwater
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The Brilliant Abyss

The Science of the Ocean

The Log from the Sea of Cortez

Pandemic Pioneers: Overpopulation's Impact on Infectious Diseases

Waves and Surf for Kids: A Fun Guide to How Ocean Waves Are Made

Blue Machine

Deep End

Into the Planet

The Book of Tides

Deep Sea Mysteries

Unidentified Submerged Objects and Underwater Bases

The Blue Wonder

The Great Offshore Grounds

The World is Blue

Valtameret

Waves of Decay: A Sociological Study for Water Pollution

Plankton for Beginners: A Clear Guide to the Tiny Drifters That Feed the Ocean

Ice and Glaciers of the Sea for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Frozen Edges of the Ocean

Океан вне закона: Работорговля, пиратство и контрабанда в нейтральных водах

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The Deep

Sleep Yourself Smart And Wakeup Wiser ( Oceanography Edition )

Ocean Currents for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Rivers Within the Sea

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