A King Salmon Journey

Chinook, a female king salmon takes a dramatic trip of two thousand miles to safely deliver her eggs. This book takes young readers on an engaging ride through the waters of Alaska and Canada, bringing to life the biology - and mystery - of one of the world's most popular fish. It combines science with a tale of survival and perseverance.

About the author

Debbie S. Miller is the author of dozens of books for children and adults, including A Caribou Journey and A Woolly Mammoth Journey, both from the University of Alaska Press. She lives near Fairbanks, Alaska. John H. Eiler has worked for more than thirty years as a research biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service in Alaska. He lives in Juneau, Alaska.

Summary

Chinook, a female king salmon takes a dramatic trip of two thousand miles to safely deliver her eggs. This book takes young readers on an engaging ride through the waters of Alaska and Canada, bringing to life the biology - and mystery - of one of the world's most popular fish. It combines science with a tale of survival and perseverance.

Product details

• Authors: John Eiler, John H. Eiler, Debbie S. Mille, Debbie S. Miller
• Assisted by: Jon Van Zyle (Illustration)
• Publisher: University Of Alaska Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 21.08.2020
• EAN: 9781602232310
• ISBN: 978-1-60223-231-0
• No. of pages: 44
• Dimensions: 204 mm x 258 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 210 g
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Picture books; Guides > Nature