Ranging from the arctic to the tropics, from largescale views of Australia’s barrier reef to close-up images of sea turtles, From Above and Below is a compelling, entirely unique journey through a fascinating world. Some 200 spectacular aerial images by Yann Arthus-Bertrand and striking underwater photographs by Brian Skerry offer a top-to-bottom tour of the world’s oceans, while the enlightening text covers the sea’s critical mechanisms, from currents to food chains. Inspiring interviews of some of the world’s most respected researchers and activists also offer cutting-edge insight into the many challenges, such as over-fishing and pollution, facing the oceans today. Exploring the critical and ever-evolving relationship between mankind and the ocean, From Above and Below is an unforgettable portrait of the global issue of sustainable development.


Yann Arthus-Bertrand is the award-winning photographer and author of more than forty books, including the international bestseller The Earth from the Air. Brian Skerry is a photographer renowned for creating thrilling underwater images for such magazines as Sports Illustrated, BBC Wildlife, GEO and Esquire, among others.