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| Publisher | Penguin Books Ltd |
| ISBN 13 | 9780718189099 |
| ISBN 10 | 0718189094 |
| Book Description | Part of the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIES - Why is it octopuses, and not octopi or octopodes? - How did octopuses evolve to be so clever? - How can octopuses see and speak with their skin? EXAMINE these crafty hunters of the seabed - shape-shifting, skin-signalling and using complex tools - their remarkable abilities are still being uncovered. BENDY BODIES, BIG BRAINS Written by celebrated marine biologist and documentarian Helen Scales, Octopuses is an enthralling introduction to these utterly unique creatures, the myths and fiction they have inspired, and what they can tell us about the roots of intelligence. |
| About the Author | Dr Helen Scales is a writer, marine biologist and documentary-maker. Her recent book, Spirals in Time, was chosen as a book of the year by The Economist, The Guardian and The Times, it featured on BBC Radio 4's Book of the Week and was shortlisted for the Royal Society of Biology book award. She is also scientific advisor to the charity Sea Changers, a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and teaches at the University of Cambridge. |
| Language | English |
| Author | Helen Scales |
| Publication Date | 21-Mar-19 |
| Number of Pages | 56 |
Octopuses: A Ladybird Expert Book hardcover english - 21-Mar-19
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