Natural History - The Ultimate Visual Guide to Everything on Earth

Hennessee, Katherine: Senior Editor, Smithsonian Institution; Project Editor, Wiggins, Victoria

ISBN 10: 0756667526 / ISBN 13: 9780756667528

Published by DK publishing, 1st American edition, 2010

About this Item

Hardcover, 10 1/4 x 12 1/4", 648 pages, 5,000+ color illustrations. A record of the rich diversity of life on Earth. A specially designed "tree of life" charts the complex and interconnected relationships between species. Compiled by experts working with the Smithsonian Institution, an ultimate celebration of the world's extraordinary diversity of life. This very heavy book will require extra shipping, please inquire. Near Fine (now in mylar sleeve).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Natural History - The Ultimate Visual Guide to Everything on Earth
• Publisher: DK publishing, 1st American edition
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0756667526
• ISBN 13: 9780756667528
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: .
• Edition: 1st edition.
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

About this title

Synopsis

A spectacular and exceptionally well-illustrated guide to everything on Earth. From rocks to redwoods and microbes to mammals – this is a dazzling visual introduction to our planet’s treasures.

Filled with more than 5,000 species and in-depth studies of animals, plants, fungi, microorganisms, rocks, and minerals, it’s the ultimate celebration of the world’s extraordinary diversity of life.


Planet Earth's eclectic wildlife and endless wonders come to life in the most spectacular way in this monumental compendium of Earth’s natural wonders. Compiled by a team of professional wildlife experts working with the world-renowned Smithsonian Institution, this comprehensive nature book was 5 years in the making!

This unrivaled visual survey of Earth's natural history looks at every kingdom of life. It is packed with thousands of eye-popping, specially commissioned photographs and in-depth two-page spreads on incredible species. The engaging and informative text was supplied by a global team of natural history experts to make this bold visual encyclopedia a perfect addition to every family bookshelf or school library.

From the evolution of nature to the classification of species, Natural History begins with a general introduction to life on earth. The next chapters form an extensive and accessible catalog of species and specimens – from flowering plants to reptiles – interspersed with fact-filled introductions to each group and in-depth profile features. 
 
A True Visual Dictionary of Earth's Natural Wonders

Natural History squeezes as many plants, animals, rocks, and minerals as possible between its covers. This extraordinary reference book from DK Books is eye candy for nature lovers of all ages, and makes a fantastic gift!

Explore everything on Earth, such as:

   • Living earth
   • Minerals, rocks, and fossils
   • Microscopic life
   • Plants
   • Fungi
   • Animals

About the Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

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