The Art of the New Naturalists: Forms From Nature - Hardcover

Marren, Peter; Gillmor, Robert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0007284713 ISBN 13: 9780007284719

Publisher: Harpercollins Pub Ltd, 2009

Synopsis

Exploring the history behind the longest-running and arguably the most influential natural history series in the world, this investigation delves into the art archives of the New Naturalist books. With more than 100 volumes published over 60 years, this examination explains how the installments have risen to a level of collectability. Prints of awe-inspiring artwork are featured throughout, offering a unique insight into the methods of former artist Robert Gillmor, whose approach to each subject has revealed his distinctive style and craft. Findings from the Clifford and Rosemary Ellis archive are also discussed, providing considerable information on how the older covers were developed, approved or rejected, and proofed. Presenting a fascinating perspective of how these eminent designs came to be, this is an essential reference for those intrigued by the frantic workings behind a seemingly serene collection.

About this title

About the Author:

Peter Marren is a trained ecologist who has worked as a woodland scientist, conservation officer, and author-editor with the Natural Conservancy Council. His work has been featured in British Wildlife and The Independent and he has illustrated for British Birds magazine and the New Naturalist series. He is the cofounder, secretary, and chairman of the Society of Wildlife Artists.

Review:

'My nature book of the year [...]. Since they first appeared in 1945, the New Naturalists have grown into the most famous and collectable series of nature books ever.' Stephen Moss, Guardian 'A fascinating and detailed account of this small triumph of post-war book production., Country Life

About this edition

• Publisher: Harpercollins Pub Ltd
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0007284713
• ISBN 13: 9780007284719
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 310