Life of a Butterfly

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The miraculous transformation from caterpillar to butterfly is recorded in a unique and brilliant sequence of full-colour photographs accompanied by a simple, factual text. The life-cycle of the peacock butterfly, examined at every stage of its remarkable development, plays the central role in this fascinating study.
Other books by the Fischer-Nagels published by Dent: Life of the Ladybird
'In a few simple words, free of too many technicalities . . . and with some superlative close-up photography, this pair of German naturalists establish convincingly the value of the ladybird's contribution to ecology. Here is a model of how to present scientific information to the youngest readers.' The Junior Bookshelf
Life of the Honeybee
' . . . this book has all the virtues of its stable companions in that it is attractive, clear and accurate . . . The many coloured photographs . are excellent. Especially impressive are those depicting things which are difficult to see with the naked... Tovább

Fülszöveg

The miraculous transformation from caterpillar to butterfly is recorded in a unique and brilliant sequence of full-colour photographs accompanied by a simple, factual text. The life-cycle of the peacock butterfly, examined at every stage of its remarkable development, plays the central role in this fascinating study.
Other books by the Fischer-Nagels published by Dent: Life of the Ladybird
'In a few simple words, free of too many technicalities . . . and with some superlative close-up photography, this pair of German naturalists establish convincingly the value of the ladybird's contribution to ecology. Here is a model of how to present scientific information to the youngest readers.' The Junior Bookshelf
Life of the Honeybee
' . . . this book has all the virtues of its stable companions in that it is attractive, clear and accurate . . . The many coloured photographs . are excellent. Especially impressive are those depicting things which are difficult to see with the naked eye. The text is suitable for upper juniors but the illustrations will undoubtedly attract teachers of younger children.' Primary Education Review
Birth of a Kitten
'Dent's emerging series of stunning natural history picture books in photographs . . . extended to include mammals . . . has produced a book of great sensitivity and beauty, a worthy addition to any library's section on reproduction (and a joy for all cat lovers as well).' Australian Bookseller and Publisher Vissza