Explores what makes whales different from all other underwater creatures. It shows how whales have evolved over millions of years, discusses their daily lives, puts the massive size of these creatures into perspective, and explains how to the difference between ten different types of whales. -- adapted from inside flap.

"Un libro sulle balene, 1st edition, Maurizio Corraini srl, 2016. Originally published in 2016 by Arti Grafiche Castello, Viadana, Mantua, Italy."

Aren't they fish? -- A good imitator -- Baleen or toothed? -- A long time ago -- Nowadays -- Who is biggest? -- Water in the mouth -- A constant mouthful -- Enjoy your meal -- Upturned nose -- Watch out for splashes -- Born acrobats -- Top qualities -- Around the world -- Alone or in good company -- Giants since childhood -- Special partnerships -- And humans? -- One by one.