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World Without Fish

by Mark Kurlansky

Illustrator: Frank Stockton

Ages: 9+

Published: 2011

Publisher: Workman

ISBN: 978-0-7611-5607-9

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The effect of overfishing, technology, and global warming on ocean life is described. Although lacking in sources, the author has written extensively in this field and they are easily available. Excellent illustrations and design.