{"title":"Dr Ashley Ward","description":"\u003cp\u003eDr Ashley Ward's work offers an insightful journey into the natural world, blending scientific rigour with a deep appreciation for the environment. His writing is marked by clear explanations and vivid descriptions, bringing complex ecological topics to life for readers fascinated by marine and terrestrial ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaltwater\u003c\/em\u003e and other titles invite readers to explore the delicate balance of nature through carefully researched narratives that engage both the mind and imagination. These books are ideal for those interested in science and nature, seeking to deepen their understanding of the living world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saltwater-by-dr-ashley-ward-9781786582980","title":"Saltwater","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe came from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom tidal estuaries to tropical reefs, saltwater has been central to evolution; the amniotic fluid of life itself. Vestiges of our salty origins can be found in the physiological makeup of land dwellers today, and marine chemistry still defines the boundaries of existence for most aquatic animals. But even as we rely upon the sea's life-giving properties, we have failed to protect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaltwater\u003c\/i\u003e brings readers face to face with the secrets of the marine realm, revealing massive sperm whales, delicate dumbo octopuses, nightmarish viperfish, and even the ocean's own version of the northern lights: a shimmering bioluminescent display that illuminates the darkest fathoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt examines humanity's eternal connection with the oceans, from ancient fishing traditions to the devastating legacy of industrial whaling. And it shows how today, even as the ocean bears the scars of overfishing, pollution, and climate change, this damage may yet be reversed through cutting-edge science and strategic conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, deeply researched, and ultimately galvanising, \u003ci\u003eSaltwater\u003c\/i\u003e is a paradigm-shifting look at how saltwater life shapes our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48318020616428,"sku":"9781786582980","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781786582980-saltwater-1.jpg?v=1788751592"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/dr-ashley-ward.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}