Galapagos

Description

A Unique World of Natural Wonders The Galapagos islands is one of the most stunning, biologically diverse, nature-rich places on Earth. This beautifully illustrated and photographic tour of the flora, fauna, and geology of the Galapagos islands will cover everything that makes them one of the most unique places on the planet. An illustrated and photographic tour of the flora, fauna and geology of the Galapagos islands (13 major islands, 6 smaller islands, 40 islets). This is the ultimate book about the Galapagos, covering the formation of the islands, the unique animals that live there, the evolutionary traits of the flora, the diverse climates, the brilliant conservation efforts and much more.

Author- Tom Jackson is a leading natural history writer based in the United Kingdom. As an author and contributor he has worked on more than 60 books. A zoology graduate from the University of Bristol, he has also worked as a zookeeper and in safari parks in Zimbabwe. Steve Backshall MBE foreword writer is a BAFTA-winning British explorer, naturalist, presenter and writer. Illustrator- Chervelle Fryer is an illustrator hailing from the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Chervelle's style is unique and she loves the use of texture. She finds inspiration in flora, fauna and traditional brush styles.