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A sumptuous celebration of more than 230 of the most memorable and beautiful wildlife photographs from the past 60 years. There's a unique magic to nature photography, and 60 Years of Wildlife Photographer of the Year reflects that wonder on every page. The book collects more than 230 breathtaking images from one of the world's most prestigious photography competitions hosted by the Natural History Museum, London, with captions that provide insight on the subject and the photographer's methods. The images capture intimate, otherworldly, and poignant moments, including:. Elephants taking a mud showerA macaque seeing his reflection for the first timeThe courtship dance of a humpback whale A convolvulus hawk-moth drinking from a tobacco flowerVibrant orange algae growing on a Monterey cypressThe book uncovers the striking beauty of animals, plants, and landscapes across the globe, and also reveals the artistry behind successful wildlife photography, which involves patience, instinct, and an understanding of animal behavior to get the perfect shot.