Blue Machine: How the Ocean Shapes Our World

Earth's ocean engine is a massive, complex system that has influenced animals, weather, and human history & culture. Helen Czerski's Blue Machine book illuminates the murky depths of the ocean engine, examining the messengers, passengers, and voyagers that live in it, travel over it, and survive because of it. It presents a fresh perspective on what it means to be a citizen of an ocean planet and is crucial to our future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2024
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Earth is home to a vast and captivating story that often goes untold - the story of our ocean. It's not just about the fish or the dolphins, but rather the incredible ocean engine itself - its functions, its mechanisms, and the profound impact it has had on the world of animals, weather, and human history and culture. This is the remarkable tale of Earth's dynamic ocean.

WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CONSERVATION

FINANCIAL TIMES 2023 HIGHLIGHT

Helen Czerski skillfully weaves together physics, biology, history, and science in a beautifully poetic manner.

Professor Alice Roberts

In the hands of Helen Czerski, the mechanical becomes magical.

Tristan Gooley, author of How to Read Water

Blue Machine is truly one of the best books I have ever read.

Dr. George McGavin, zoologist, entomologist, and broadcaster

A fascinating dive into the essential engine that drives our world.

Czerski brings the oceans to life with captivating stories that masterfully navigate this complex system.

Gaia Vince, science journalist, broadcaster, and author of Nomad Century

All of Earth's ocean, from the equator to the poles, is powered by sunlight - a blue machine.

Earth is home to a story that is rarely told - the story of our ocean. It's not just about the fish or the dolphins, but rather the incredible ocean engine itself - its functions, its mechanisms, and the profound impact it has had on the world of animals, weather, and human history and culture.

In a book that will reshape our perspective on this defining feature of our planet, physicist Helen Czerski delves deep to shed light on the murky depths of the ocean engine, examining the messengers, passengers, and voyagers that inhabit it, travel across it, and survive because of it. From the ancient Polynesians who navigated the Pacific by reading the waves to the permanent residents of the deep, such as the Greenland shark, which can live for hundreds of years, the ocean engine has played a vital role in shaping our world.

Helen Czerski's book, "The Blue Machine: The Story of the Ocean Engine," is a captivating exploration of the ocean's role in shaping our planet. Through a blend of physics, biology, history, and science, Czerski weaves a compelling narrative that reveals the secrets of the ocean engine and its impact on the world.

WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CONSERVATION

FINANCIAL TIMES 2023 HIGHLIGHT

Helen Czerski's book, "The Blue Machine: The Story of the Ocean Engine," has been awarded the 2024 Wainwright Prize for Conservation. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to conservation and environmental protection.

Professor Alice Roberts

Professor Alice Roberts, a renowned scientist and author, praises Czerski's book for its ability to bring together physics, biology, history, and science in a beautifully poetic way.

"Helen Czerski's book is a masterpiece," she says. "She weaves together the complex threads of physics, biology, history, and science in a way that is both accessible and engaging. The result is a book that will inspire a new generation of scientists and conservationists to explore the wonders of the ocean."

Tristan Gooley, author of How to Read Water

Tristan Gooley, an expert in navigation and outdoor skills, describes Czerski's book as "simply one of the best books I have ever read."

"Helen Czerski's writing is clear, concise, and engaging," he says. "She brings the ocean to life in a way that is both informative and entertaining. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves the ocean or wants to learn more about it."

Dr. George McGavin, zoologist, entomologist, and broadcaster

Dr. George McGavin, a renowned zoologist, entomologist, and broadcaster, praises Czerski's book for its ability to bring the oceans to life.

"Helen Czerski's book is a fascinating dive into the essential engine that drives our world," he says. "She brings the oceans to life with compelling stories that masterfully navigate this most complex system. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the ocean's role in shaping our planet."

Gaia Vince, science journalist, broadcaster, and author of Nomad Century

Gaia Vince, a science journalist, broadcaster, and author of Nomad Century, describes Czerski's book as "a fascinating dive into the essential engine that drives our world."

"Helen Czerski's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the ocean's role in shaping our planet," she says. "She brings the oceans to life with compelling stories that masterfully navigate this most complex system. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the ocean's role in shaping our planet."

The ocean engine is a vital part of our planet's system, and it plays a crucial role in shaping our world. From the ancient Polynesians who navigated the Pacific by reading the waves to the permanent residents of the deep, such as the Greenland shark, the ocean engine has played a vital role in shaping our world.

Helen Czerski's book, "The Blue Machine: The Story of the Ocean Engine," explores the ocean engine's functions, mechanisms, and impact on the world. Through a blend of physics, biology, history, and science, Czerski reveals the secrets of the ocean engine and its impact on the world.

One of the key themes of Czerski's book is the importance of the ocean engine in regulating the climate. The ocean engine absorbs and stores heat, which helps to regulate the temperature of the Earth. This is particularly important in the context of climate change, as the ocean engine is becoming increasingly important in regulating the temperature of the Earth.

Czerski also explores the impact of the ocean engine on the weather. The ocean engine can create storms, hurricanes, and other weather phenomena, which can have a significant impact on human life. However, the ocean engine can also help to mitigate the effects of these weather phenomena, by absorbing and storing heat.

In addition to its impact on the climate and weather, the ocean engine has also had a significant impact on human history and culture. The ocean engine has been used for transportation, trade, and exploration, and has played a vital role in the development of human societies.

However, the ocean engine is also facing significant challenges. Overfishing, pollution, and climate change are all threatening the health of the ocean engine, and it is important to take action to protect it.

Czerski's book provides a comprehensive overview of the ocean engine and its impact on the world. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the ocean's role in shaping our planet.

In conclusion, Helen Czerski's book, "The Blue Machine: The Story of the Ocean Engine," is a captivating exploration of the ocean's role in shaping our planet. Through a blend of physics, biology, history, and science, Czerski reveals the secrets of the ocean engine and its impact on the world. Whether you are interested in the ocean's impact on the climate, weather, or human history and culture, this book is a must-read.

Weight: 318g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804991961