{"product_id":"ocean-by-phaidon-editors-9781838664787","title":"Ocean","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA richly illustrated celebration of the world's oceans and seas through art, history, oceanography, marine biology, and culture\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest instalment in the bestselling Explorer Series, \u003ci\u003eOcean\u003c\/i\u003e takes readers on a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers have found inspiration in the marine world throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShowcasing the diversity of the ocean from all over the world, both above and below the waves, this survey spans a wide range of styles and media - from art, scientific illustrations, and sculptures to underwater photography, film stills, and textiles. It follows a visually stunning sequence with works, regardless of period, thoughtfully paired to allow interesting and revealing juxtapositions between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe selection of works includes a diverse range of both lesser-known and iconic artists, including Eileen Agar, Carl Chun, Jacques Cousteau, David Doubilet, Ernst Haekel, Damien Hirst, Hokusai, Greg Lecoeur, and Georgia O'Keeffe. The book features large-scale images, accessible texts, and reference information, including a glossary, illustrated timeline, and biographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAimed at a wide audience, the book offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject, but also includes fascinating examples that will be surprising even for specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854721601772,"sku":"9781838664787","price":100.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ad05379641e3be3bd99079c359ac5488.jpg?v=1759265955","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/products\/ocean-by-phaidon-editors-9781838664787","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}