--- product_id: 1329943 title: "Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013" brand: "katherine harmon courage" price: "633364₫" currency: VND in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.vn/products/1329943-octopus-the-most-mysterious-creature-in-the-sea-hardcover-october store_origin: VN region: Vietnam --- # Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013 **Brand:** katherine harmon courage **Price:** 633364₫ **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013 by katherine harmon courage - **How much does it cost?** 633364₫ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vn](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/1329943-octopus-the-most-mysterious-creature-in-the-sea-hardcover-october) ## Best For - katherine harmon courage enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted katherine harmon courage brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41+De8xAr8L.jpg) ![Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gSJ5uHngL.jpg) ![Octopus!: The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea Hardcover – October 31, 2013 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/311m2KL2QcL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ amazing cephalopods are all the rage! *by P***S on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 30, 2014* This is an educational tome about the wonders of the cuttlefish, squid, and especially the octopus that has the starring role. I learned a bunch about these fascinating creatures that I previously was unaware of, and have a new level of respect and admiration for these guys. Many intriguing facts are related to the reader about the many facets of the eight-armed beasts, leading to the development of a healthy respect for the capabilities and characteristics of the way of life and the coping mechanisms these mollusks use for survival. I had no idea how widespread the fishery is for these creatures, and how many are consumed across the globe. The book moves along well, and covers much ground, all presented in an easy to read and enjoyable book. I think most people who like to learn more about the natural world we live in will enjoy the in-depth look into these wonderful cephalopods. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Fine Introduction to One of Earth’s Most Alien and Elusive Creatures *by D***O on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 27, 2016* With eight arms, a bulbous head, the ability to change color and shape, and a gift for problem solving, the octopus has fascinated humanity for thousands of years. Katherine Harmon Courage’s “Octopus, The Most Mysterious Creature in the Sea,” sketches this intelligent invertebrate’s history on the planet and our own briefer relationship with this submarine “beast” that we’ve both deified and vilified in literature and lore.The author travels the world in search of the octopus, accompanying fishermen, marine biologists and even chefs to understand more about this largely reserved and solitary creature which spends much of its short life hiding in its den and focusing on the basic biological functions such as finding food, reproducing and dying, with only some time for tool use and play. Crafty enough to sneak in and out of a crab trap or its tank at the local aquarium, the octopus has oft been labeled the smartest invertebrate on the planet, and it has demonstrated the ability to tell the difference between individual people, eerily scrutinizing us while we study them. We even study them for what they anatomically teach us toward robotic engineering and neurology, although these intelligent, eight-armed test subjects have easily foiled our attempts at keeping electrodes fastened to them. However, these signs of intelligence and other admirable traits don’t prevent octopuses and other soft-bodied mollusks from being a delicacy on our menus.Along the way, Ms. Courage introduces us to an interesting cast of scientists, naturalists, trappers and culinary experts and also reveals herself through her lively prose, sense of humor and honest treatment of the subject matter and her own very human flaws, such as a sloppy bout of seasickness. This honesty and her flair for non-technical content is why this book makes for such a fine introduction to the octopus world. The book is courageous enough to admit that there is still much about octopuses (and our impact on them and vice-versa) that we need to discover and that this is just the beginning of the journey. ### ⭐⭐⭐ The Octopus as Object *by S***R on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 10, 2013* Octopusses are fascinating, highly intelligent and alluring animals. Not nearly enough of that comes through in this book, which emphasizes the culinary delight of dining on calamari, the details of octopus harvesting, and the complex chemistry of the animal's various organs. Yes, there's information about their behavior and intelligence too, especially in the second half-hence three stars instead of two.The dry, scientific tone often lacks immediacy and liveliness, and at several points I found myself counting the pages to the next chapter. There's a bit more humor and verve in the second half. And the book is well-researched.But did we really need to know about a diving expedition during which the author saw not a single octopus? Did we really need to hear the author enthuse about her experience of dining on a fresh, still wriggling octopus tentacle-a practice and mode of preparation condemned by PETA?In most of the book, Ms. Courage maintains a tone of aloof detachment that I found off-putting. (In the interests of full disclosure, I'm the author of a book on octopuses for children, but I wrote my book long after I wrote this review.) --- ## 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.vn/products/1329943-octopus-the-most-mysterious-creature-in-the-sea-hardcover-october](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/1329943-octopus-the-most-mysterious-creature-in-the-sea-hardcover-october) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vietnam* *Store origin: VN* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*