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Williams, Wendy, 1950-

Kraken : the curious, exciting, and slightly disturbing science of squid / by Wendy Williams. - 223 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm -

Includes bibliographical references (pages 204-211), filmography (page 212) and index.

Introduction : from vampire to wallflower -- A wonderful job -- A saltwater Serengeti -- Blue bloods -- Architeuthis on ice -- Fuzzy math and tentacles -- Luminous seas -- Diaphanous and delicate -- Solving Frankenstein's mystery -- Serendipitous squid -- Heure d'amour -- Playdate -- Fan clubs and film stars -- One lucky sucker -- Smart skin -- Curious, exciting- yet slightly disturbing.

ISBN: 9780810984653 0810984652

LCCN: 2010032489

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Squids.
Giant squids.
Cuttlefish

Dewey Class. No.: 594/.58