The Natural History Book

Author:

Dorling Kindersley

Illustrator:

N/A

Published by:

First Published:

16 Sept 2021

Ideal for readers age

6-9y

My Review

I know I don't normally include reference books on TRR, but this book has been loved, pored over, and cherished by my kids, who have had hours of amusement playing a 'game' where they turn each page and have to point to the thing they like best before anyone else gets there first! Strange, I know! In the process, their knowledge of and wonder at the natural world has increased no end.

It is a MASSIVE book - I'm at the stage where I'm taping it back together after years of being dragged from pillar to post by hands too small to carry it properly! - and an investment, but one that, in our house anyway, has been highly worthwhile!

Heads Up!

We have the older version (published in 2010) of this book, and I doubt it's changed much, so if you can find it cheaper this way then do!

Publisher Review

A beautiful guide to Earth's wildlife and natural history, including its rocks, minerals, animals, plants, fungi, microorganisms and more! Introducing The Natural History Book - a complete guide to the nature and wildlife of our world and written by a worldwide team of natural history experts. In the 11 years since the book was originally released, thousands of new species have been identified, and new revelations have redrawn the tree of life. Already featuring galleries of more than 5,000 species, The Natural History Book has since been updated to include dynamic discoveries such as the olinguito (the "kitty bear" of the Andean cloud forest), and a new species of deep-sea Bolosoma glass sponge photographed by the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer, alongside a reorganization of the groups of living things to reflect the latest scientific understanding. Explore each and every page of this stunning nature book to discover: - A full-colour gallery of over 5,000 species - Over 500 rocks, minerals and fossils featured throughout - Includes glossary of important natural history terms - Specially-commissioned photographs showcase wildlife in close-up detail This treasure-trove of natural history is accompanied with easy-to-read, accessible information and beautifully-striking imagery, making it a riveting reference guide to pass down for generations to come. The only book to offer a complete visual survey of all kingdoms of life, this nature book for adults is the perfect addition to every family bookshelf, as well as an ideal gift for the nature, animal and plant lover in your life! Gardeners, hikers, and visitors to wildlife park and natural history museums alike would also love this niche nature book, which also doubles up as the perfect coffee table book.