Unfathomable: 20 Wild (But True) Stories About the Ocean

Wrestle an octopus, swim through a sunken  city, and discover 20 incredible-but-true stories from our  unbelievable—and unpredictable—oceans. From acclaimed nonfiction writer  Mary Boone comes an illustrated look at the fascinating stories that  take place under (and above) the sea.

Did you know  you can survive being swallowed by a whale? Or that octopus wrestling  used to not just be a pastime but also an actual sport? Or, that once a town in Oregon didn't know what to do with a whale carcass that washed up on their beaches, so they...BLEW IT UP?

As  strange as it sounds, those stories are 100% true. And the sea holds  more secrets. Grab your snorkel and dive into 20 incredible-but-true  tales of survival at sea, sunken treasures hiding under the ocean's  surface, jellyfish that live forever, and so much more.

From  accomplished nonfiction author Mary Boone comes an illustrated look at  the unfathomable tales our oceans have to tell. Each chapter contains  one story, with interview quotes and hands-on research that uncovers the  science and history behind the event. You’ll get facts AND more!