A beautiful guide to Earths wildlife and natural history including its rocks minerals animals plants fungi microorganisms and moreIntroducing 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 5000 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 deepsea 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 fullcolour gallery of over 5000 species Over 500 rocks minerals and fossils featured throughout Includes glossary of important natural history terms Speciallycommissioned photographs showcase wildlife in closeup detailThis treasuretrove of natural history is accompanied with easytoread accessible information and beautifullystriking 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. Split into 6 core chapters covering Living Earth Minerals Rocks and Fossils Microscopic Life Plants Fungi and Animals there truly is something for everyone to explore love and learn. From granites to grape vines from microbes to mammals The Natural History Book is the