Beautiful
William Spring
Illustrated by William Spring
Age 9 +
01 August 2024Imprint: Big Picture Press
Synopsis
All of nature is beautiful. This stunning book shows how a variety of amazing creatures have evolved to look and behave the way they do.
As humans, we like our animals to be cuddly and furry, or smooth and sleek. We shy away from those creatures that, to us, look odd. But we should drop those opinions - everything has evolved for a reason, and is perfect in its own way.
Take a look at the vampire squid, or the duck-billed golden line barbel - both have evolved in interesting and amazing ways to find food, deter predators or attract a mate. Everything is perfect. Everything is beautiful.
Illustrated with stunning watercolour images, this book will be treasured by families around the world. Its message is positive and life-affirming for children, for humans, for the whole of nature.
The perfect book for fans of Hidden Planet by Ben Rothery and The Golden Mole by Katherine Rundell.
As humans, we like our animals to be cuddly and furry, or smooth and sleek. We shy away from those creatures that, to us, look odd. But we should drop those opinions - everything has evolved for a reason, and is perfect in its own way.
Take a look at the vampire squid, or the duck-billed golden line barbel - both have evolved in interesting and amazing ways to find food, deter predators or attract a mate. Everything is perfect. Everything is beautiful.
Illustrated with stunning watercolour images, this book will be treasured by families around the world. Its message is positive and life-affirming for children, for humans, for the whole of nature.
The perfect book for fans of Hidden Planet by Ben Rothery and The Golden Mole by Katherine Rundell.
Details
01 August 2024112 pages
9781800786165Imprint: Big Picture Press
Reviews
Ideal for children aged 9-11 and for family reading, it offers an informative and positive perspective on biodiversity and adaptation.School Reading List
Beautiful is an unforgettable visual and factual delight. All of nature is awe-inspiring and this magnificent book shows how a variety of amazing creatures have evolved to look and behave the way they do. As humans, we tend to like our animals to be cuddly and furry, or smooth and sleek, and often shy away from creatures that, to us, look odd. But we should forget those opinions because, says Spring, everything has evolved for a reason and is perfect in its own way. Illustrated with Spring's extraordinary watercolour images, and with positive and life-affirming messages for children and their parents, this book will be treasured by families in every corner of the world.Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Evening Post
For everyone charmed by the virtuosity of zoological illustration, this is your book. ExquisiteThe School Librarian