The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau
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Dan Yaccarino's picturebook biography, 'The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau,' unveils the captivating journey of Jacques Cousteau, a legendary ocean explorer and the world’s most renowned advocate for marine conservation. Known for bringing the mysterious depths of the sea into the comfort of homes through his widely watched TV series, Cousteau introduced viewers to enchanting marine creatures such as whales, otters, and dolphins. This book provides a glimpse into Cousteau’s life from his early fascination with the ocean, sparked by his first underwater experience, to his expeditions on the Calypso. Alongside a dedicated team of scientists, he pioneered the development of diving equipment and waterproof cameras, creating groundbreaking films, television shows, and books to share his discoveries. More so, as Cousteau witnessed the detrimental impacts of pollution on marine environments, he also took on the mantle of guiding global efforts in ocean conservation.
Dan Yaccarino
Artist and freelance illustrator Dan Yaccarino graduated from the Parsons School of Design in New York in 1987. Yaccarino's work has appeared in periodicals such as Rolling Stone, Playboy and New York magazine. AT&T, Mount Gay Rum, Gardenburger and other companies have used his images and illustrations in their advertising. In 1993, Yaccarino published his first children's book, Big Brother Mike, and has since written or illustrated almost twenty more children's books.
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"Cousteau's enduring fascination with the sea comes through clearly, and can't help sparking similar feelings in readers." Review, The New York Times Book Review, May 10, 2009:
"[A] timely gift to the children and many parentswho are too young to know the adventures of Captain Cousteau and his ship, Calypso." Review, Chicago Tribune, May 16, 2009:
"Yaccarino's illustrations remind us of all the mysterious undersea beauty Cousteau introduced to so many." Review, San Francisco Chronicle, April 26, 2009:
"With a deft hand, Yaccarino lays the foundation for an extraordinary life." Review, The Boston Globe, March 22, 2009:
"Exquisitely written and well-researched." Review, School Library Journal, March 2009:
"Yaccarino deftly provides information about important events in Cousteau's life while conveying the excitement and wonder that the ocean explorer experienced."
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Dan Yaccarino's picturebook biography, 'The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau,' unveils the captivating journey of Jacques Cousteau, a legendary ocean explorer and the world’s most renowned advocate for marine conservation. Known for bringi ...
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Overview
Dan Yaccarino's picturebook biography, 'The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau,' unveils the captivating journey of Jacques Cousteau, a legendary ocean explorer and the world’s most renowned advocate for marine conservation. Known for bringing the mysterious depths of the sea into the comfort of homes through his widely watched TV series, Cousteau introduced viewers to enchanting marine creatures such as whales, otters, and dolphins. This book provides a glimpse into Cousteau’s life from his early fascination with the ocean, sparked by his first underwater experience, to his expeditions on the Calypso. Alongside a dedicated team of scientists, he pioneered the development of diving equipment and waterproof cameras, creating groundbreaking films, television shows, and books to share his discoveries. More so, as Cousteau witnessed the detrimental impacts of pollution on marine environments, he also took on the mantle of guiding global efforts in ocean conservation.
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About the Author
Dan Yaccarino
Artist and freelance illustrator Dan Yaccarino graduated from the Parsons School of Design in New York in 1987. Yaccarino's work has appeared in periodicals such as Rolling Stone, Playboy and New York magazine. AT&T, Mount Gay Rum, Gardenburger and other companies have used his images and illustrations in their advertising. In 1993, Yaccarino published his first children's book, Big Brother Mike, and has since written or illustrated almost twenty more children's books.
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Professional Reviews
"Cousteau's enduring fascination with the sea comes through clearly, and can't help sparking similar feelings in readers." Review, The New York Times Book Review, May 10, 2009:
"[A] timely gift to the children and many parentswho are too young to know the adventures of Captain Cousteau and his ship, Calypso." Review, Chicago Tribune, May 16, 2009:
"Yaccarino's illustrations remind us of all the mysterious undersea beauty Cousteau introduced to so many." Review, San Francisco Chronicle, April 26, 2009:
"With a deft hand, Yaccarino lays the foundation for an extraordinary life." Review, The Boston Globe, March 22, 2009:
"Exquisitely written and well-researched." Review, School Library Journal, March 2009:
"Yaccarino deftly provides information about important events in Cousteau's life while conveying the excitement and wonder that the ocean explorer experienced."
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