Fr. 65.00

Animal - Exploring the Zoological World

English · Hardback

TIP

Shipping usually within 1 to 3 weeks (not available at short notice)

Description

Read more

Informationen zum Autor Phaidon EditorsJames Hanken is Alexander Agassiz Professor of Zoology and Professor of Biology at Harvard University. He is also the director of the Museum of Comparative Zoology and curator of herpetology. As well as acting as consultant editor on the book and contributing texts, Hanken wrote the introductory essay to the book.Dr. Giovanni Aloi is an expert on the representation of animals in modern and contemporary art. He is a faculty member at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Editor in Chief of Antennae: The Journal of Nature in Visual Culture (www.antennae.org.uk) and co-editor of the University of Minnesota Press series Art after Nature.Ross Piper is a zoologist, entomologist and explorer. His work covers species discovery, how terrestrial arthropods live and science communication. Klappentext 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. Zusammenfassung Explore the beauty and diversity of the animal world through more than 300 captivating images...

Product details

Authors Phaidon Editors, James Hanken, Phaidon Editor, Phaidon Editors, Phaidon Press
Publisher Phaidon Press Ltd
 
Languages English
Product format Hardback
Released 26.09.2018
 
EAN 9780714876818
ISBN 978-0-7148-7681-8
Dimensions 258 mm x 296 mm x 35 mm
Series Documents
DOCUMENTS, n° 7933
DOCUMENTS, n° 12538
DOCUMENTS, n° 35447
DOCUMENTS
DOCUMENTS, n° 12631
Subjects Guides > Nature
Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general)
Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Natural science

Customer reviews

No reviews have been written for this item yet. Write the first review and be helpful to other users when they decide on a purchase.

Write a review

Thumbs up or thumbs down? Write your own review.

For messages to CeDe.ch please use the contact form.

The input fields marked * are obligatory

By submitting this form you agree to our data privacy statement.