Encyclopaedia Of Animals In Colour
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A landmark reference work in the tradition of popular natural history, Encyclopaedia of Animals in Colour presents a sweeping and vividly illustrated survey of the animal kingdom, from the microscopic to the magnificent. Edited by the eminent British zoologist Dr Maurice Burton — a prolific science writer and former Deputy Keeper of Zoology at the Natural History Museum — this volume marshals an astonishing breadth of zoological knowledge into an accessible, authoritative compendium. With a foreword by Lord Zuckerman FRS, one of the twentieth century's most distinguished scientific advisors, the work carries the imprimatur of serious scientific credibility. Organised to guide both the curious layperson and the dedicated naturalist, the encyclopaedia details the behaviour, habitat, anatomy, and classification of hundreds of species across the globe, brought to life through rich colour imagery that was groundbreaking for its era. Burton's editorial voice is clear, precise, and never condescending — a hallmark of his gifted ability to translate complex biological science for a broad readership. Whether your interest lies in the exotic fauna of the tropics or the familiar creatures of the British countryside, this volume remains a treasure trove of natural wonder that reminds us just how extraordinary the animal world truly is.
Author: Dr Maurice Burton
Format: Hardback
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A landmark reference work in the tradition of popular natural history, Encyclopaedia of Animals in Colour presents a sweeping and vividly illustrated survey of the animal kingdom, from the microscopic to the magnificent. Edited by the eminent British zoologist Dr Maurice Burton — a prolific science writer and former Deputy Keeper of Zoology at the Natural History Museum — this volume marshals an astonishing breadth of zoological knowledge into an accessible, authoritative compendium. With a foreword by Lord Zuckerman FRS, one of the twentieth century's most distinguished scientific advisors, the work carries the imprimatur of serious scientific credibility. Organised to guide both the curious layperson and the dedicated naturalist, the encyclopaedia details the behaviour, habitat, anatomy, and classification of hundreds of species across the globe, brought to life through rich colour imagery that was groundbreaking for its era. Burton's editorial voice is clear, precise, and never condescending — a hallmark of his gifted ability to translate complex biological science for a broad readership. Whether your interest lies in the exotic fauna of the tropics or the familiar creatures of the British countryside, this volume remains a treasure trove of natural wonder that reminds us just how extraordinary the animal world truly is.