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The Girl Of The Sea Of Cortez: A Novel,New
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Peter Benchleys Fascination With The Sea And Its Magnificent Inhabitants Inspired Such Classic Novels As Jaws And The Deep, Making Him The Preeminent Author Of Ocean Adventure And Suspense. The Girl Of The Sea Of Cortez Was His Most Heartfelt, Cherished Story Of The Relationship Between Man And The Sea, Both Those That Live In It And Those Who Love It.On An Island In The Gulf Of California, An Intrepid Young Woman Named Paloma Carries A Special Legacy From Her Fathera Deep Understanding Of The Sea And A Sixth Sense About The Need To Protect It.Every Day, Paloma Paddles Her Tiny Boat Into The Ocean And Anchors Over A Seamounta Submerged Volcanic Peak Sixty Feet Underwater That Is Clustered With Spectacular Sea Animals And A Wondrous Web Of Marine Life.It Is There That An Astonishing Event Takes Place, When On One Of Her Dives Paloma Is Shadowed By A Manta Rayan Animal So Large It Blocks The Sun. She Develops An Extraordinary Relationship With This Luminous, Gentle Creature, But Instinctively Knows Its Existence Is A Secret She Must Fiercely Protect.Benchleys Novel Paints A Poignant Picture Of Humanitys Precarious Relationship With The Ocean, Which Unfolds Alongside A Heartrending Story Of Familial Bonds, Often Revealing That The Ignorance Of Man Is Far More Dangerous Than The Sea. Full Of Beauty, Danger, And Adventure, The Girl Of The Sea Of Cortez Is Triumphanta Novel To Fall In Love With.Praise For The Girl Of The Sea Of Cortezits Hard Not To Compare Benchleys Tale . . . With Hemingways Classic The Old Man And The Sea.The Christian Science Monitorcharming.The New York Times Book Reviewfor A Hot Summers Day, The Girl Of The Sea Of Cortez Is The Next Best Thing To Looking Through A Clear Face Mask Into Blue Water Swimming With Fish.United Press International
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Girl of the Sea of Cortez? A: The main theme revolves around the relationship between humanity and the ocean, exploring the need for protection of marine life through the story of a young woman named Paloma.
- Q: Who is the author of The Girl of the Sea of Cortez? A: The book is authored by Peter Benchley, known for his works on ocean adventure and suspense.
- Q: What is the condition of the book available for purchase? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does The Girl of the Sea of Cortez have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: When was The Girl of the Sea of Cortez published? A: The book was published on August 20, 2013.
- Q: What genre does this novel belong to? A: The Girl of the Sea of Cortez is categorized under the psychological genre.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in marine life? A: Yes, the book is ideal for readers interested in marine life and environmental themes, as it highlights the beauty and dangers of the ocean.
- Q: What is the significance of the manta ray in the story? A: The manta ray symbolizes the connection between Paloma and the ocean, representing both beauty and the need for protection of marine creatures.
- Q: Can you provide a comparison to other works by Peter Benchley? A: The Girl of the Sea of Cortez has been compared to Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea, showcasing similar themes of man's relationship with the sea.