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Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
If oceans continue to warm at the current pace, coral reefs could be wiped out by century's end. But scientists from around the globe are rushing to help corals adapt to changing climate through assisted evolution. Follow scientists as they attempt to crossbreed heat-resistant corals, and even transplant corals' algae, in a race to save the coral reefs from extinction.
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
The world is full of inspiring places just waiting to be discovered and explored. This new, epic series goes on a timeless journey around the planet, revealing the world's greatest cities, natural wonders, animal encounters, monuments, islands, journeys and adventures.
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Over the course of a year, it follows those who live in one of the most extraordinary places on the planet, Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where man meets wild and nature calls the shots. It's high stakes and high drama across our greatest marine wilderness.
8) Galapagos
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
The inspiration for Darwin's theory of evolution, the Gal?pagos Islands are a living laboratory, a geological conveyor belt that has given birth to and seen the death of many species of plants and animals.
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Alan Alda follows in Charles Darwin's footsteps, meeting the animals and birds that inspired Darwin's theory of evolution. Alda joins scientists who witness the daily struggle for survival that has shaped the Galapagos Islands' unique wildlife. As he experiences the enchantment of the islands, he learns of efforts to protect them from alien invaders-including the 60,000 eco-tourists who visit every year.
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the Enterprise's bloody campaign in the Solomon Islands, culminating in the epic showdown with the forces of Japan at Guadalcanal, one of the most critical battles of WWII history. For nearly a decade, the legendary World War II aircraft carrier USS Enterprise held a pivotal place on the turbulent seas of war, engaging in some of the fiercest multi-front battles ever witnessed in modern combat. The only carrier to be front and center in...
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Art Wolfe travels and photographs Patagonia, Peru, Bolivia, Alaska, Ethiopia, Madagascar, India and South Georgia Island. He captures images of majestic glaciers, expansive deserts, teeming rainforests, remote mountain peaks, and exotic tribal gatherings right on location. During these journeys, Art shares his knowledge about the world around him and exhibits his curiosity and enthusiasm for places, cultures, and creatures great and small. He demonstrates...
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