The Modern Bestiary: A Curated Collection of Wondrous Wildlife

A quirky collection of Earth’s most compelling animals who give mythical creatures a run for their money

The Modern Bestiary: A Curated Collection of Wondrous Wildlife mirrors the medieval tradition of an encyclopedia of incredible beasts, only this charming book with ornamental illustrations features 100 real animals who are stranger than fiction. Organized by the elements Earth, Water, and Air, the book introduces both unfamiliar creatures, like deep-sea harp sponges who catch prey in their barbs and digest them whole, as well as ones that have made headlines, such as cicadas who emerge from the ground in noisy broods every thirteen or seventeen years. Step right up and meet these delightful, unbelievable, and deliciously horrific animals, including:

The endearing:

The ruthless:

And the just plain weird:

Funny, entertaining, and illuminating, The Modern Bestiary is a book for anyone who wants to become more familiar with the natural world and all its astounding creatures.

Author: Joanna Bagniewska
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Smithsonian Books
Published: 09/27/2022
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 8.70h x 5.60w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781588347305
Language: English