World Without Fish

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Book Title: World Without Fish

Item Length: 9in

Item Height: 0.5in

Item Width: 7in

Author: Mark Kurlansky

Format: Trade Paperback

Language: English

Topic: Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Water (Oceans, Lakes, Etc.), Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems, Technology / Agriculture, Sports & Recreation / Camping & Outdoor Activities, Animals / Fishes, Science & Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection

Publisher: Workman Publishing Company, Incorporated

Intended Audience: Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years

Publication Year: 2014

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Item Weight: 14.4 Oz

Number of Pages: 208 Pages