About this item
With more than 1,600 photographs and artworks, this appealing, accessible encyclopedia explores the world of animals. From the big cats and apes to the whales and dolphins that roam the world's oceans, Encyclopedia ofAnimals profiles more than 400 of the world's most fascinating species. It offers a comprehensive overview of animals from every continent, all illustrated with beautifully detailed color art. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information on the animal's scientific name, order, and family, features, habitats, distribution, diet, and breeding, as well as informative maps and boxed highlights. Packed with information, this encyclopedia is guaranteed to appeal to any budding zoologist or animal enthusiast.
About the Author
David Alderton, MA (Cantab.) grew up in a home surrounded by pets and originally trained to be a vet until an allergic dermatitis forced a change of career in his final year of study. Since then, David has used his experience, knowledge and passion for the subject to concentrate on writing about animals and the natural world. David also broadcasts regularly on television and radio, and has recently set up the website www.petinfoclub.com while his blog can be found at www.davidalderton.com His books have currently sold some 6.5 million copies worldwide and are available in 30 languages. He has won various awards for his work, including the Maxwell Medallion from the Dog Writers' Association of America, and he is well-known as a columnist on various newspapers and magazines, as well as being the editor of "Practical Reptile Keeping" magazine.
