{"product_id":"more-than-meets-the-eye-exploring-nature-and-loss-on-the-coast-of-maine-9781608937530","title":"More Than Meets the Eye: Exploring Nature and Loss on the Coast of Maine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMargie Pitlak explores the unique nature of the Maine coast, exploring the violent geologic collisions, scientific thinking on how animals navigate, plankton, and the tides, and sharing a chapter about cleaning up the coast by kayak. These facets of the natural world speak a hidden language that is translated by scientific knowledge and reflection, revealing the nature of life. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMargie Pitlak, an acclaimed science writer, delves into the captivating essence of the Maine coast, unlocking profound connections and insights. As she observes a striped monarch caterpillar metamorphose into a stunning chartreuse pendant adorned with gold, she confronts the boundaries of life and the delicate threads that connect generations. Pitlak embarks on a geological exploration of Maine's mountains, delving into the latest scientific theories on animal navigation. She reflects on the mesmerizing dance of plankton under the microscope and the resilient dogfish heart that continued to beat even when held in her palm. She also examines the majestic moose, elusive foxes, skilled fishers, and the ever-changing tides, sharing a captivating chapter on cleaning up the Maine coast by kayak. Through her meticulous observations and thoughtful reflections, Pitlak deciphers the hidden language of nature, revealing profound truths about life itself. Nature begins to speak in a language that transcends scientific understanding, inviting us to embrace its wonders and contemplate the mysteries that lie within.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 356g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 151 x 228 x 21 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781608937530\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Margie Patlak","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44102300664058,"sku":"9781608937530","price":13.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646135637521_book.jpg?v=1646906830","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/more-than-meets-the-eye-exploring-nature-and-loss-on-the-coast-of-maine-9781608937530","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}