EAN: 9780714876818

ANIMAL EXPLORING THE ZOOLOGICAL WORLD - PHAIDON...

Explore the beauty and diversity of the animal world through more than 300 captivating images
from across time and from every corner of the globe Animal: Exploring the Zoological World is a
visually stunning and 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 animal
life. From the first cave paintings  extraordinary medieval bestiaries and exquisite scientific
illustration  to iconic paintings  contemporary artworks and the incredible technological
advancements that will shape our futures together  the huge range of works reflects the beauty
and variety of animals themselves - including butterflies  hummingbirds  bats  frogs  tigers 
dogs  jellyfish  spiders and elephants  to name a few. Arranged in a curated and
thought-provoking sequence  this engaging compilation includes iconic works by some of the
great names in zoology  such as Conrad Gesner  Charles Darwin and John James Audubon  as well
as celebrated artists and photographers  indigenous cultures and lesser-known figures who have
made important contributions to the study and representation of animals throughout history.

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