With today's deluge of misinformation, Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change is sorely needed, giving straightforward answers to commonly asked questions about climate, weather, and the environment. -- Timothy H. Dixon, Distinguished University Professor and Director of the USF Natural Hazards Network, University of South Florida In this book, Prager and Jones make atmospheric, oceanographic, and space science exciting and accessible to non-scientists in an interesting and easy-to-follow manner. -- Paul Gross, author of Extreme Michigan Weather: The Wild World of the Great Lakes State I am left...speechless. The resources at the back could be its own book! As a middle school science teacher this book spoke to my soul, and as a human living on Earth...it did the same. ***** 5/5 stars * Reading to Infinity * In an effort to promote improved understanding and combat misinformation in an age where the latter is far too prevalent, marine scientist Prager and meteorologist Jones have compiled some of the most frequently asked and zaniest questions they and their colleagues have encountered. The authors present information in a detailed, frank, and conversational manner and clearly explain technical terms. The text doesnt sugarcoat the dire nature of climate change, but it is lightened and enlivened by a fair amount of humor, especially in the scattered cartoon spot art. The work lends itself to being read cover to cover or dipped into by those who wish to learn more about a specific area, enhancing its usefulness. A solid and engaging overview of a host of scientific concepts. * Kirkus Reviews * Poised to become an invaluable resource for educators, science communicators, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the interconnected world of oceans and atmosphere. This book promises to illuminate the wonders of our planet and inspire a new generation of scientific thinkers. * SEVENSEAS Travel Magazine * Such a down-to-Earth, easy-to-understand book as this is a most welcome one indeed. * The Well-read Naturalist * The tone is often light and sometimes humorous. [ This] book invites readers to jump around through the chapters, letting their curiosity guide them to the next topic. The chapter Show Us the Data is a good mental martial arts course, giving tips on how [ to] defend oneself from lies and misinformation. If I were to pick a chapter of this book to be required reading for high schoolers, it would be this one. * Paul Hormick, The Green Dispatch * Truth is stranger than fiction. But to appreciate this, you gotta know whats true and what isnt. In this delightful book, Prager and Jones set the records straight for you about whats really weird and weirdly real about the ocean and the planets atmosphereand how to tell the difference. Its a great read and a great reference, a great resource and great fun. -- Carl Safina, author of Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe Recommended for college/university library Marine Science collections and supplemental Oceanography/Ecology curriculum studies lists the personal reading lists of students and non-specialist general readers, as well as middle school, high school, community marine science collections. * Midwest Book Review * The wonders of weather, climate and the vast seas are explored and explained. This engaging book, written for curious readers young and old, plumbs the depths of the oceans and the expanse of the skies to address a range of inquiries about the Earths watery and airy environs. * The Washington Times * This is a pleasant, easy-to-read book that updates the reader with oceanic and atmospheric news. *****5 out of 5 stars. * Tulsa Book Review * Filled with questions that I myself (a shark scientist) am frequently asked about sharks and the ocean and the answers are written in a witty, comical fashion. Even though it is written for the lay reader, the authors provide TONS of literature at the back of the book for people who are curious as to where the data was collected and for more scientific resources for nerdy people (myself included). * Integrative and Comparative Biology *
