The wave: in pursuit of the rogues, freaks, and giants of the ocean
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Published:
New York : Anchor Books, 2011.
Format:
Book
Edition:
First Anchor books edition.
Physical Desc:
408 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations, maps ; 21 cm
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Description
Traces the recent discovery of physics-defying ocean waves at heights previously thought impossible, describing the efforts of the scientific community to understand the phenomenon, the pursuits of extreme surfers to ride these waves, and the destructive capabilities of tsunamis.
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Language:
English
ISBN:
9780767928854, 0767928857
Notes
General Note
Originally published: New York : Doubleday, 2010.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 397-405).
Description
Traces the recent discovery of physics-defying ocean waves at heights previously thought impossible, describing the efforts of the scientific community to understand the phenomenon, the pursuits of extreme surfers to ride these waves, and the destructive capabilities of tsunamis.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Casey, S. (2011). The wave: in pursuit of the rogues, freaks, and giants of the ocean. First Anchor books edition. New York, Anchor Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Casey, Susan, 1962-. 2011. The Wave: In Pursuit of the Rogues, Freaks, and Giants of the Ocean. New York, Anchor Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Casey, Susan, 1962-, The Wave: In Pursuit of the Rogues, Freaks, and Giants of the Ocean. New York, Anchor Books, 2011.
MLA Citation (style guide)Casey, Susan. The Wave: In Pursuit of the Rogues, Freaks, and Giants of the Ocean. First Anchor books edition. New York, Anchor Books, 2011.
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