Nick Crumpton
Author
Publisher
Flying Eye Books, an imprint of Nobrow Ltd
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
From the great winding Ganges river in India to the thick conifer forests of northern Europe, travel across the globe to discover the rich variety of animals that share our blue planet. Written by a specialist in zoology and featuring huge fold-out spreads brimming with biologically-accurate illustrations and topographical maps.
Author
Publisher
Thames and Hudson
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this new addition to the Curious Questions About Your Favourite Pets series, children will learn everything they've always wanted to know about their cats. This book answers questions like, "How long have people kept cats?," "Why do cats like scratching chairs?," "What does 'meow' mean?," and "Do cats have nine lives?" Combining mythological stories--such as how the superstitions surrounding black cats originated and the prominent role cats played...
Author
Publisher
Thames and Hudson
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Humorous and informative, Why Can't Horses Burp? is full of fun facts and little-known tidbits about your favorite equine companions. Find answers to everything you've ever wondered about horses in this latest addition to the Curious Questions About Your Favorite Pets series. Can all horses be racehorses? Why do horses wear shoes? And what's the difference between a horse and a pony, anyway? A zoologist explains all of these, and more. Whether you...
Author
Publisher
Nosy Crow
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Do you know everything there is to know about sharks? They're all giant, cold-blooded creatures that enjoy eating humans, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're wrong! But don't worry, even the experts can't be right all the time... So, let's uncover the truth! From terrifying teeth to brilliant brain power, this ingenious book is packed with so much underwater awesomeness, you'll soon become a shark expert." -- back cover.
Author
Publisher
Nosy Crow Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From fossilized feathers to long-necked look-alikes, this ingenious book is packed with so many amazing dinosaur discoveries, you'll soon become a paleontology pro. Including jaw-dropping research that will debunk many myths about all kinds of prehistoric creatures--you'll never look at a pigeon the same way again!"--
Author
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Inc
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Why Do Dogs Sniff Butts? is the first in a new series of natural history books for children that answer curious questions about their favorite pets. This book highlights the qualities of different types of dogs, from herding and hunting dogs to show and media mutts, answering such questions as, "Why do dogs play dead?," "How do you speak dog?," and "Why do dogs dig?" The book also profiles famous dogs from history and popular culture, including the...
Author
Publisher
Tilbury House Publishers, an imprint of Cherry Lake Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A stunning visual exploration of the weirdest, most incredible animals on Earth. Readers will learn that what makes many creatures so strange, to humans at least, is often exactly what helps it to survive. A fact-filled book about the planet's weirdest, most wonderful creatures from award-winning illustrator Ben Rothery"--
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Be prepared with all the facts you need to identify these commonly confused animals! How do you tell the difference between a llama and an alpaca? What really makes a crocodile different to an alligator? Is that a leopard, a cheetah or a jaguar? What's the Difference? Animals covers over sixty different regularly confused animals and discusses the similarities and differences about each of them. Fact files, vibrant photographs and an answer to the...
Author
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Over thousands of years, hundreds of incredible animal species have disappeared, and Danny Dodo, the world's greatest animal detective, is on the case! Within these pages, you'll find his case notes on mysterious animal disappearances from all the way back in 11,000 BCE to some that are happening this very minute, and information on how you can help save the day!"--Back cover.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Limited
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
This book is a broad-ranging survey that explores and celebrates humankind's ongoing fascination with animals. Since our very first moments on Earth, we have been compelled to make images of the curious beasts around us--whether as sources of food, danger, wonder, power, scientific significance or companionship. This carefully curated selection of images, chosen by an international panel of experts, delves into our shared past to tell the story of...
