Wild Waters

A wildlife and water lover's companion to the aquatic world

by Susanne Masters
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Wild Waters by Susanne Masters is a celebration of the wildlife that can be found in and around our varied waterways. Armchair explorers can read about how aquatic plants and animals enrich human life. Swimmers, paddleboarders, and anyone with a passion for the outdoors can learn about local wildlife. With stunning illustrations by Alice Goodridge.


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Description

Seventy-one percent of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, connecting us intimately with aquatic life even on dry land. From providing oxygen to food, medicine, and materials, the influence of wild waterlife permeates our existence in myriad surprising ways.

Ocean-dwelling microscopic plants furnish every other breath we take with oxygen, while certain seaweeds offer a direct means to test for viral infections like Covid-19. Even robotics design draws inspiration from the remarkable abilities of aquatic creatures, such as the pike's astounding acceleration capabilities surpassing those of a Porsche.

In "Wild Waters" by Susanne Masters, readers embark on a journey celebrating the rich diversity of wildlife inhabiting our various waterways, from expansive oceans to tranquil ponds. Through vivid storytelling, armchair explorers can discover how aquatic plants and animals profoundly enrich human life.

Whether you're a swimmer, paddleboarder, dog walker, or simply someone who revels in the great outdoors, this book offers valuable insights into local wildlife, guiding you on when and where to observe different species without causing harm. Enhanced by stunning illustrations courtesy of Alice Goodridge, "Wild Waters" offers a captivating glimpse into the captivating world beneath the water's surface.

Author

Susanne Masters is a plant scientist, writer and swimmer who loves connecting people with nature and the environment. She studied conservation science and ethnobotany, and works on the botanical side of product development for the spa and distilling industries, with a particular interest in sustainable wild harvesting and cultivation. Susanne has written about wildlife and travel for a broad range of media, including BBC Wildlife magazine, BBC Earth, BBC Travel, Countryfile magazine, the Guardian, Red Bull Adventure and the New York Times. She writes a monthly column on wildlife for Outdoor Swimmer magazine, and has contributed to The World Atlas of Street Food and Kew’s Teas, Tonics and Tipples. She has swum in the Bosphorus race from Asia to Europe, at a winter festival in China, and at high altitude in Bhutan. She swims outdoors all year round in the UK.

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