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Les Fonds de la Mer, Vol. 2 - Softcover

Leopold De Folin

 
9780282392659: Les Fonds de la Mer, Vol. 2

Synopsis

This book delves into the groundbreaking French expedition that set out in 1867 to map the depths of the Atlantic Ocean. Known as the "Bibb" expedition after its flagship, it sought to extend the work of the US Navy, which had already conducted smaller-scale underwater explorations in the late 1840s and 50s. This book offers a rare and extensive compilation of studies undertaken in the Gulf of Gascony, providing insights into the region's geology, oceanography, and marine life. The author's meticulous observations and expertise in marine habitats provide an invaluable resource for scientists, historians, and anyone interested in the profound depths of our oceans.

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