--- product_id: 3468007 title: "The Silent World: The International Bestseller by the Father of Underwater Exploration (National Geographic Adventure Classics)" brand: "jacques cousteau" price: "246175CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3468007-the-silent-world-the-international-bestseller-by-the-father-underwater store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Silent World: The International Bestseller by the Father of Underwater Exploration (National Geographic Adventure Classics) **Brand:** jacques cousteau **Price:** 246175CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Silent World: The International Bestseller by the Father of Underwater Exploration (National Geographic Adventure Classics) by jacques cousteau - **How much does it cost?** 246175CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3468007-the-silent-world-the-international-bestseller-by-the-father-underwater) ## Best For - jacques cousteau enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted jacques cousteau brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Silent World: The International Bestseller by the Father of Underwater Exploration (National Geographic Adventure Classics) ## Images ![The Silent World: The International Bestseller by the Father of Underwater Exploration (National Geographic Adventure Classics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/618XQtkVRnL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A worthwhile historical read by the master pioneer. *by A*** on Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2015* It was interesting and valuable to read this book both for its historical value as well for the scientific knowledge from such a keen observer and student of the ocean. It's amazing how much of the knowledge and science Cousteau presented in this 1950's book is still valid today. He discuses marine life behavior, the physics of light and physiology among other topics.The reason I rated it 4 rather than 5 stars is his attitude towards marine life at that time was abominable. True, our view of sea life has changed and I'm judging him by a different standard, still this was a very intelligent man and it's clear he was aware of his cruelty. It's ironic that he feared the large creatures but in fact he and his team were the most dangerous beings in the ocean. He talks about using explosive harpoons, capturing sea mammals to use as displays and pets, trapping octopuses, and using dynamite on fish. Some of this was done for the purpose of making "interesting" underwater films. Of course the book was written over 60 years ago by a pioneer with a different mentality and societal attitudes than today, and I understand his behavior towards marine animals changed later in life. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book *by R***N on Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2019* I had a student ask me what my favorite book was and I said this book. Well I had to look at it again as I recommended it after some 50 years after the first read. My English teacher put the book in my hands and said I was going to read this, and I did! pI am still impressed with the early days of the aqualung regulator. I had forgotten how little people new about early scuba diving, nitrogen narcosis, fish and sharks. I was surprised how many ship wrecks from WWII there were. Easy reading and shocked at how easy many fish and mammals were killed than . Never-the-less I am reliving the past. It is real not inflated and from a person I had admired all those years ago. Also my book did not look at all like the book in the photo. It was high school library book discard in perfect condition with even the check out cards in the front sleeve. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Interesting read *by G***G on Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2013* Since I'm a diver I'm biased by Jacques , a Christopher Columbus if you will of the ocean . While this book was published early in his career.It gives you a start of his explorations and experiments of diving with Fredrick Dumas and why this man was so dedicated to the ocean.Together they were intrumental in developing many of the scuba equipment we now use today. He truely loved the ocean and wanted us to respect it.This is a book to be cherished on ones shelves.I would offer suggestions to follow up with , "My Father the Captain" by his son Jean Michelle and & "Frogman" by Richard Hyman.Both authors give you a look into what they did while on their explorations on the Calypso , to various parts of the world. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3468007-the-silent-world-the-international-bestseller-by-the-father-underwater](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/3468007-the-silent-world-the-international-bestseller-by-the-father-underwater) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-05*