Natural World Close-Up
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Embark on an incredible high magnification journey through the wondrous diversity, complexity and majesty of the natural world. From leafy sea dragons and poison arrow frogs to leaf stomata and fern spores; from quartz crystals and metamorphic rocks to glacier ice and rainbows, The Natural World Close-Up allows you to witness in astonishing detail some of the most remarkable sights on the planet. This stunning visual reference is ideal for all nature lovers or conservationists, wildlife watchers, or anyone interested in witnessing the astonishing diversity and beauty of the our planets amazing flora and fauna. Chapters include: LIFE; THE ANIMAL KINGDOM; PLANTS AND FUNGI; EARTH; AIR AND WATER. With over 300 captivating images of plants, animals and micro-organisms, including some of the closest views that technology has to offer, The Natural World Close-Up allows you to see the nature as never before.

Hardcover: 320 pages

Publisher: Quercus (September 1, 2011)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 085738631X

ISBN-13: 978-0857386311

Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 1.2 x 7.3 inches

Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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Words can hardly express the awe and wonder one feels when observing the intricate patterns of nature captured and published in this book. Even a 10 year old child was fascinated. No human being could create the beauty and perfection in form and function of the natural world, of which only a smidgeon, is shown in this remarkable book. It is a treasure.

I just love this. I have read it several times now - and when I want inspiration for art I read it again. When I just want to be reminded of the beauty in this world I read it.I am awed by the actual design of things in this world and its intricacy at this microscopic level. Its on my coffee table - visitors inevitably pick it up and the conversations that follow are so much more enjoyable and different. A book to inspire, challenge and delight - eye candy in the extreme. I expecially recommend it to creative people - a book of beauty.

I have almost all the books available on scanning electron microscope images. This is a great addition to the field - stunning photos and very insightful text. If you enjoy this type of work this book will not disappoint. It literally expands our definitions of reality to see so much exquisite detail that our unaided vision cannot access.

Fascinating; I acquired it for the grandchildren to look at, and we've had some lively sessions. When their reading is up to this level, I hope they'll learn even more. I think it's good to be aware that there's more to life than we can see in the day-to-day.

These type of photos fascinate me. I love to look at them when I have free time. No telling what is going on in the microscopic world!

The photography was exquisite. This is a book I will treasure forever. Not only is the book filled with photographs, but also nicely written descriptions.

I got this together with "The Human Body Close Up." They were my Christmas presents to myself. I agree with the previous reviewer that it makes you appreciate the creator when you are able to see the complex systems underlying creation. The photography is truly amazing and it is fascinating to see the cellular structure of hte natural world. This would make a great science textbook for students. I can't imagine anyone not being amazed.

This gives new appreciation for everyday items we see around us.

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