The Kingfisher Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia by David Burnie


The Kingfisher Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
Title : The Kingfisher Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
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ISBN : 0753452839
ISBN-10 : 9780753452837
Language : English
Format Type : Hardcover
Number of Pages : 319
Publication : First published September 15, 2000

Meet an amazing menagerie of creatures on this breathtaking safari through the animal kingdom. The Kingfisher Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia spans the earth from pole to pole, covering 2,000 animals from the tiniest protozoan to the mightiest mammal. Special feature panels focus on various aspects of animal behavior such as camouflage, migration, and hibernation. Easy-to-use and packed with dramatic photographs and illustrations, this colorful volume is an indispensable reference for school projects and a captivating resource for the whole family. Clear and informative text about all animals from the simplest cells to the most complex animals. Written by award-winning author David Burnie. Excellent reference book for the whole family. Includes glossary, alternative name index, and general index.


The Kingfisher Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia Reviews


  • Jasmine

    I LOVED IT! As far as animal books go, I loved looking at all the neat pictures with diagrams and with information and studying it. It was like being in the jungle and taking my own pictures so I could see what they looked like up close.

  • Janice

    Great intro on classification. Great photos. A lot of info in one place. Students love it.

  • Soccerfields

    4 and a half stars.Great variety of animals.

  • Kayla

    Nice summery book of animals from all around the world.