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The Cover is Blue

🌊📚 No, the library didn’t start color-coding—these blue books just all happen to be ocean adventures! Dive into tales of whales, dolphins, and the deep sea! 🐋💙

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  • Wild Blue

    a Natural History of the World's Largest Animal

    Bortolotti, Dan
    With deft, poignant writing, Dan Bortolotti gives us the most vibrant, breathtaking view to date of these magnificent creatures.
    Book, 2008New York : Thomas Dunne Books, 2008. — 599.5248 B6487w 2008
  • Between Species

    Celebrating the Dolphin-human Bond

    Combines the deep wisdom of science, the magic of poetry, and the perspective of history in a rare and moving tribute to the natural affinity people have for dolphins and vice versa.
    Book, 2003San Francisco : Sierra Club Books ; Berkeley, Calif. : Distributed by the University of California Press, c2003. — 599.53 B4668
  • We Are All Whalers

    the Plight of Whales and Our Responsibility / Michael J. Moore

    Moore, Michael J. (Marine biologist),
    Relating his experiences caring for endangered whales, a veterinarian and marine scientist shows we can all share in the salvation of these imperiled animals.
    Book, 2022Chicago : The University of Chicago Press, 2022. — 599.5273 M7811 2022
  • The Sounding of the Whale

    Science & Cetaceans in the Twentieth Century

    Burnett, D. Graham
    Burnett chronicles the transformation of whales from feared monsters to beloved symbols of environmental awareness and cultural change.
    Book, 2012Chicago : University of Chicago Press, c2012. — 599.5072 B9343s
  • Field Guide to Marine Mammals of the Pacific Coast

    Baja, California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia

    Allen, Sarah G.
    Details on 45 species of whales, dolphins, seals, and otters along the Pacific Coast, offering insights into their identification, behavior, and conservation, alongside tips for viewing these remarkable animals.
    Book, 2011Berkeley : University of California Press, c2011. — 599.5097 AL544f
  • Freeing Keiko

    the Journey of a Killer Whale From Free Willy to the Wild

    Brower, Kenneth, 1944-
    The inspiring and emotional story of the famous killer whale's rescue from captivity and his journey back to the wild, highlighting the dedication of those who made his return to Iceland possible.
    Book, 2005New York : Gotham Books, c2005. — 599.536 B811f
  • The Lost Whale

    the True Story of An Orca Named Luna

    Parfit, Michael
    The poignant true story of Luna, a lonely orca separated from his pod who sought human companionship, exploring the complex and emotional bond that formed between them and the conflicting efforts to protect him.
    Book, 2013New York : St. Martin's Press, 2013. — 599.536 P217L
  • Souls in the Sea

    Dolphins, Whales, and Human Destiny

    Taylor, Scott, 1949-
    Explores the intelligence, compassion, and potential self-awareness of dolphins and whales, blending mythology, science, and personal insights to argue that these creatures are not only deserving of respect but also offer a bridge between humanity…
    Book, 2003Berkeley, Calif. : Frog, Ltd., c2003. — 599.5 T2182s
  • Deep Thinkers

    Inside the Minds of Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises

    A captivating exploration of dolphin and whale intelligence, communication, and culture, featuring insights from leading researchers and over 150 stunning illustrations to reveal the remarkable cognitive abilities of these marine mammals.
    Book, 2017Chicago : The University of Chicago Press, 2017. — 599.5151 D3607
  • Sightings

    the Gray Whale's Mysterious Journey

    Peterson, Brenda, 1950-
    Award-winning Native American author Linda Hogan teams up with acclaimed novelist Peterson to document the serene beauty, mystery, and controversy surrounding gray whales as they migrate from Alaska to Mexico. 16-page full-color photo insert.
    Book, 2002Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, c2002. — 599.5221 P4426s
  • Voices in the Ocean

    a Journey Into the Wild and Haunting World of Dolphins

    Casey, Susan, 1962-
    A global journey to explore the remarkable intelligence, communication, and complex relationship between dolphins and humans, delving into both their awe-inspiring capabilities and the dark realities of their captivity and exploitation.
    Book, 2015New York : Doubleday, 2015. — 599.53 C2686v