Oceans: The Vast, Mysterious Deep Book

Oceans cover more than seventy percent of the earth. Below the surface of the water lies chains of volcanoes, deep trenches, and tall mountains, whose tops break the water in the form of islands. Above the surface, oceans affect the earth's weather. Wind and water can create severe storms, depending on the temperature. The Gulf Stream, a current that begins in the Gulf of Mexico, travels across the Atlantic Ocean and affects the climate in the British Isles. Oceans are an important part of the planet. This basic introduction explores oceans form their formation millions of years ago to the important role they play in nature each day.

David L. Harrison, who hold degrees in biology and parasitology, is the author of more than sixty books, including the previous titles in the Earthworks series: Caves, Rivers, and Volcanoes. He lives in Springfield, Missouri.

Cheryl Nathan is the illustrator of The Rain Forest Counts; Bugs and Beasties; and the other titles in the Earthworks series. She lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Oceans cover more than seventy percent of the earth. Below the surface of the water lie chains of volcanoes, deep trenches, and tall mountains, whose tops break the water in the form of islands. Above the surface, oceans affect the earth's weather. Wind and water can create severe storms, depending on the temperature. The Gulf Stream, a current that begins in the Gulf of Mexico, travels across the Atlantic Ocean and affects the climate in the British Isles. Oceans are an important part of the planet. This basic introduction explores oceans from their formation millions of years ago to the important role they play in nature each day.