1 / 7Ocean Anatomy: The Curious Parts & Pieces of the World under the Sea
Curious Parts Pieces World: Ocean Anatomy is an illustrated guide to marine life, ocean processes and human activity at sea. Julia Rothman’s drawings accompany topics ranging from sea-creature profiles and ocean formation to seafaring vessels, plastic pollution and warming waters.
At a glance
- Illustrated exploration of ocean habitats and phenomena, from shorelines to the open ocean and ocean floor.
- Covers sea-creature profiles, ocean formation, salinity, rogue waves, vessels and lighthouses.
- Includes discussion of plastic pollution and warming water temperatures.
Reference price: $25.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines illustrations with marine life and broader ocean-science topics in one book.
- The range of subjects can support informal learning or homeschooling, according to customer feedback.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Storey Publishing, LLC |
|---|---|
| Publication date | April 28 2020 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 208 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1635861608 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1635861600 |
| Weight listed | 594 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.64 x 2.16 x 22.86 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in ocean life, oceanography and illustrated natural-history books.
- Homeschoolers seeking an illustrated resource covering marine creatures, ocean processes and human impacts.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a narrowly focused field guide or an activity-based workbook. The supplied description presents it as an illustrated compendium.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive about the illustrations, informative content and engaging approach, with homeschooling and oceanography interest also mentioned. That fits the book’s stated combination of drawings and varied ocean topics. Feedback does not establish that it serves as a technical reference, and the available ratings alone cannot explain individual opinions.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the illustrations as appealing and the information as interesting and educational.
- Feedback identifies the book as engaging and useful for homeschooling.
Frequently asked questions
What subjects does Ocean Anatomy cover?
The listing describes sea-creature profiles, ocean formation, salinity, rogue waves, vessels, lighthouses and human impacts such as plastic and warming water.
Is this an illustrated book?
Yes. The listed edition is Illustrated, and the description emphasizes Julia Rothman’s drawings.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 208 pages.
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