ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Australia is home to an astounding diversity of creatures, and this finely presented book introduces primary age readers to a fraction of them. Arranged in a way that fosters imagination and exploration, it is a book to open at whim and follow as curiosity dictates! From whales and dolphins to marine invertebrates, predators to masters of disguise, venomous critters to amazing architects, creatures that fly and those that crawl, it is packed full of interesting information, facts and fabulous illustrations. A lively and stimulating book. Lindy
From a leading expert and talented visual artist comes this celebration of the astounding diversity of Australia's animal kingdom.
LEONARD CRONIN is one of Australia's foremost natural history authors. Trained as a biologist, he is a prolific writer of books and articles about the Australian flora, fauna and environment, bringing his own fascination with the natural world to the general reader. His books include the bestselling Cronin's Key Guide series of field guides, Australian Flora and A Journey Through Ancient Kingdoms and Natural Wonders. CHRIS NIXON is a multidisciplinary artist creating across illustration, graphic design, creative direction and public art. Based in Perth, Chris's work is inspired by the West Coast and classic surf culture with an emphasis on the handmade and crafted, using colour, texture and pattern across a wide range of media from children's books to animation, commercial illustration and large artwork installations.
ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Australia is home to an astounding diversity of creatures, and this finely presented book introduces primary age readers to a fraction of them. Arranged in a way that fosters imagination and exploration, it is a book to open at whim and follow as curiosity dictates! From whales and dolphins to marine invertebrates, predators to masters of disguise, venomous critters to amazing architects, creatures that fly and those that crawl, it is packed full of interesting information, facts and fabulous illustrations. A lively and stimulating book. Lindy
This book is lavish and inviting...an immersive experience that keeps readers occupied...perfect for homes and school...for readers young and old.' The Book Muse