The Living Planet: A Portrait Of The Earth
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Good, minor wear to edges. Page Condition: Good, slight foxing to page edges. Markings: No markings. Binding: Firm hardcover binding, no loose pages.
A landmark work in natural history literature, The Living Planet: A Portrait of the Earth presents a sweeping and authoritative survey of life on our planet, examining the extraordinary diversity of ecosystems from the deepest oceans to the highest mountain peaks. Written as a companion to the celebrated BBC television series of the same name, the book chronicles how plants and animals have adapted to survive in every corner of the Earth, illustrating the intricate web of relationships that sustains life. Attenborough's prose is warm yet precise, bringing the wonder of the natural world to readers with the same infectious enthusiasm he is renowned for on screen. Through vivid descriptions and meticulous observation, the book argues that the planet is not merely a backdrop for life, but a dynamic and interconnected living system. A timeless and essential read for anyone captivated by the natural world.
Author: David Attenborough
Format: Hardback
Published: 1984, Guild Publishing London
Genre: Natural history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Good, minor wear to edges. Page Condition: Good, slight foxing to page edges. Markings: No markings. Binding: Firm hardcover binding, no loose pages.
A landmark work in natural history literature, The Living Planet: A Portrait of the Earth presents a sweeping and authoritative survey of life on our planet, examining the extraordinary diversity of ecosystems from the deepest oceans to the highest mountain peaks. Written as a companion to the celebrated BBC television series of the same name, the book chronicles how plants and animals have adapted to survive in every corner of the Earth, illustrating the intricate web of relationships that sustains life. Attenborough's prose is warm yet precise, bringing the wonder of the natural world to readers with the same infectious enthusiasm he is renowned for on screen. Through vivid descriptions and meticulous observation, the book argues that the planet is not merely a backdrop for life, but a dynamic and interconnected living system. A timeless and essential read for anyone captivated by the natural world.