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Tale of Obsession, Adventure and One Man's Quest to Preserve the World's Great Coral Reefs

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Kingdom Under Glass: A Tale of Obsession, Adventure, and One Man's Quest to Preserve the World's Great Animals

by Jay Kirk

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From the depths of the ocean to the halls of power, this book exposes the threats facing our underwater world and reveals the inspiring story of one man's fight to save it.

Coral reefs are one of the most important ecosystems on Earth, providing food, shelter and breeding grounds for a quarter of all marine life. But these vital habitats are under threat from climate change, pollution, overfishing and tourism.

In this gripping account, award-winning journalist Tim Ecott follows the extraordinary journey of marine biologist Dr. Bob Steneck, who has dedicated his life to protecting coral reefs.

From his early days diving on the Great Barrier Reef to his pioneering work on coral restoration, Steneck has been at the forefront of the fight to save these precious ecosystems. His work has taken him from the remote atolls of the Pacific to the corridors of the United Nations, where he has lobbied for stronger protection for coral reefs.

This book is not only a fascinating account of one man's adventure, but also a powerful indictment of the threats facing our oceans. Ecott writes with passion and urgency, exposing the human activities that are destroying coral reefs and revealing the devastating consequences for marine life and the planet as a whole.

But this is not a story without hope. Steneck's unwavering determination and the inspiring stories of other reef conservationists show that it is possible to turn the tide and protect these vital habitats for future generations.

If you care about the future of our oceans, then you need to read this book.

Praise for Tale of Obsession, Adventure and One Man's Quest to Preserve the World's Great Coral Reefs

"A gripping account of one man's extraordinary journey to protect the world's coral reefs. From the depths of the ocean to the halls of power, this book exposes the threats facing our underwater world and reveals the inspiring story of one man's fight to save it." - David Attenborough

"A powerful and important book that exposes the threats facing our oceans and reveals the inspiring story of one man's fight to save them. A must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet." - Sylvia Earle

"A beautifully written and deeply researched account of one man's lifelong quest to protect the world's coral reefs. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the threats facing our oceans and the inspiring story of one man's fight to save them." - Bill McKibben

About the Author

Tim Ecott is an award-winning journalist and author who has written extensively about the environment, climate change and the oceans. His work has appeared in leading publications around the world, including The Guardian, The New York Times and The Economist.