Books
Featured Books—August 2010 Issue
My Father, the Captain:
My Life With Jacques Cousteau
By Jean-Michel Cousteau with Daniel Paisner
Hardcover. 255 pp. National Geographic Books. $26.
Told from the perspective of Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s son, this book offers an open and intimate portrait of the famous underwater explorer and filmmaker. Through anecdotes and memories, the authors shed light on the inventive, resourceful man who helped develop the “aqualung,” scuba diving equipment and submersibles. Adapted from the original French edition published in 2004, this version includes new stories and observations, as well as fresh insights into the life of the man who helped jump-start a global conservation effort that continues today.
By Jean-Michel Cousteau with Daniel Paisner
Hardcover. 255 pp. National Geographic Books. $26.
Told from the perspective of Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s son, this book offers an open and intimate portrait of the famous underwater explorer and filmmaker. Through anecdotes and memories, the authors shed light on the inventive, resourceful man who helped develop the “aqualung,” scuba diving equipment and submersibles. Adapted from the original French edition published in 2004, this version includes new stories and observations, as well as fresh insights into the life of the man who helped jump-start a global conservation effort that continues today.
Petroleum Resources
With Emphasis on Offshore Fields
By O.T. Gudmestad, A.B. Zolotukhin and E.T. Jarlsby
Hardcover. 288 pp. Wit Press Publishing. $198.
Encyclopedic in its coverage of petroleum resource development in general and offshore development in particular, this is one of the few books covering virtually all aspects of upstream and midstream operations. The book covers the geology of petroleum resources, reservoir and production engineering, drilling, processing facilities, transportation issues, decommissioning, licensing, fiscal regimes and the economics of petroleum operations and investments. The authors emphasize the need for safety, business ethics, environmental consideration and responsibility to society.
By O.T. Gudmestad, A.B. Zolotukhin and E.T. Jarlsby
Hardcover. 288 pp. Wit Press Publishing. $198.
Encyclopedic in its coverage of petroleum resource development in general and offshore development in particular, this is one of the few books covering virtually all aspects of upstream and midstream operations. The book covers the geology of petroleum resources, reservoir and production engineering, drilling, processing facilities, transportation issues, decommissioning, licensing, fiscal regimes and the economics of petroleum operations and investments. The authors emphasize the need for safety, business ethics, environmental consideration and responsibility to society.
The Deep Sea Quest for Amelia Earhart
By David W. Jourdan
Hardcover. 268 pp. Ocellus Productions. $28.
After teaming with engineers, analysts, researchers, sponsors and investors, David Jourdan, founder of Nauticos (Cape Porpoise, Maine), took part in two seven-week expeditions in 2002 and 2006 to search for the wreckage of Amelia Earhart’s plane. The expeditions involved high-resolution mapping of the deep-ocean floor in some of the most remote places on the planet. Although the expeditions ultimately failed to locate the plane, the limits of equipment, endurance, nature and medicine were tested as the team pressed on, risking millions of dollars worth of equipment with hopes of putting the Earhart mystery to rest.
By David W. Jourdan
Hardcover. 268 pp. Ocellus Productions. $28.
After teaming with engineers, analysts, researchers, sponsors and investors, David Jourdan, founder of Nauticos (Cape Porpoise, Maine), took part in two seven-week expeditions in 2002 and 2006 to search for the wreckage of Amelia Earhart’s plane. The expeditions involved high-resolution mapping of the deep-ocean floor in some of the most remote places on the planet. Although the expeditions ultimately failed to locate the plane, the limits of equipment, endurance, nature and medicine were tested as the team pressed on, risking millions of dollars worth of equipment with hopes of putting the Earhart mystery to rest.
Women and Pressure: Diving and Altitude
Edited by Caroline E. Fife and Marguerite St. Leger Dowse
Hardcover. 415 pp. Best Publishing Co. $25.99.
Featuring contributions from 35 authors, this books represents a wide range of disciplines and offers a comprehensive dialog about the effects of diving pressure on women. Discussions include decompression illness, pregnancy, menstrual cycles, physiology, thermal tolerance, equipment, exercise and fitness, health considerations, legal issues and women in the workplace.
Edited by Caroline E. Fife and Marguerite St. Leger Dowse
Hardcover. 415 pp. Best Publishing Co. $25.99.
Featuring contributions from 35 authors, this books represents a wide range of disciplines and offers a comprehensive dialog about the effects of diving pressure on women. Discussions include decompression illness, pregnancy, menstrual cycles, physiology, thermal tolerance, equipment, exercise and fitness, health considerations, legal issues and women in the workplace.
Sea Technology is read worldwide in more than 110 countries by management, engineers, scientists and technical personnel working in industry, government and educational research institutions. Readers are involved with oceanographic research, fisheries management, offshore oil and gas exploration and production, undersea defense including antisubmarine warfare, ocean mining and commercial diving.
