Books about animals

GROWING is a beautiful baby album about the diversity and fragility of life in the animal kingdom. A perfect educational gift for young and old, that shows the birth, growth, and development of animals on our planet.

How long does it take for a frog to grow all four of its legs? And when does a canary first open its eyes? In this charming and original photo book, Dutch photographer Marlonneke Willemsen uses studio-style images to present zoological facts in a beautiful, poetic document of the birth, growth, and development of animals on our planet. From dogs, cats, and guinea pigs to reptiles and fish, Willemsen photographs various animals during the very first weeks of their lives, capturing the wonder and fragility of new life. This book beautifully depicts the diversity and fragility of the natural world.

Visit Marlonneke Willemsen's website and view beautiful photos of animal development in the first weeks of their lives. Also, read more about the Growing project and her other projects.

• Magical endemic animals, in the spotlight for the first time.
• Giants, dwarfs, living fossils - peculiar, magnificent, incredible species.
• A collaboration with the Nature Picture Library, whose proceeds support important conservation projects.
• For all lovers of unusual nature photography and photo books such as "Fearless Females", "BIG" and "Flamingo".

Travel with us to enchanting islands and get to know the extraordinary fauna that call these islands home. Discover the intriguing world of endemic species and be captivated by their unique and amazing worlds. Learn why the giant king butterfly in Madagascar was able to evolve into a majestic creature without natural predators. Discover the fascinating characteristics of the Indonesian Komodo dragon, which is only threatened by its own parents after hatching, but grows into an impressive king of lizards weighing up to 80 kilograms. Marvel at the evolution of the flightless cormorant in the Galápagos Islands, whose wings have retracted over time due to lack of necessity.

This coffee table book takes you on an exciting journey full of beautiful animals and lets you experience the beauty of nature in all its glory!

• Meet the great apes at eye level in this unique and immersive coffee table book from teNeues: Face to Face - an extraordinary experience.
• The acclaimed and multi-award-winning wildlife photographers Anup Shah and Fiona Rogers share fascinating images of great apes.
• For the first time, never-before-seen portraits of all seven ape species are brought together in a photo book.

The married couple Anup Shah and Fiona Rogers are wildlife photographers who spend months in the wild studying and capturing wildlife. With their distinct yet complementary styles, they aim to create images that are both thought-provoking and immersive.

Their work has been extensively published in renowned magazines such as National Geographic, Geo, Smithsonian, National Wildlife, and BBC Wildlife. They have published a book on chimpanzees, Tales from Gombe, and another on the animals of the Maasai Mara, titled The Mara.

Their work has been exhibited in Japan, India, Italy, Lithuania, the United Kingdom, and the United States. They follow in the footsteps of none other than Jane Goodall.

Let yourself be carried away by this unforgettable and enchanting book that brings you face to face with the great apes and highlights the power of photography and the importance of wildlife conservation.

Featuring the following apes:
*Orangutan:
a) Sumatran orangutan: Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra, Indonesia
b) Bornean orangutan: Tanjung Putting National Park, Borneo, Indonesia
c) Tapanuli orangutan
* Gorillas:
a) Western gorilla:
- Western lowland gorilla: Dzanga Sanga National Reserve, Central African Republic
- Cross River gorilla
b) Eastern gorilla:
- Eastern lowland gorilla
- Mountain gorilla: Virunga Mountains, Democratic Republic of the Congo
* Chimpanzees:
a) Common chimpanzee: Gombe Stream National Park, Tanzania and Bossou Forest, Republic of Guinea
b) Bonobo: Lola Ya Bonobo Sanctuary, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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• Unrivalled: The first coffee-table book on the market dedicated to photographs of flamingos.
• Flamingos are extraordinarily popular and beloved - these pink creatures are the new unicorns!
• An insider's perspective: No other nature photographer has such an extensive collection of photographs of these birds as Claudio Contreras Koob.

Stunning, enchanting, and adorned with colourful plumage - no bird captivates us quite like the flamingo. And no one brings us as close to these majestic birds as Claudio Contreras Koob. As a renowned biologist and photographer, he has a unique bond with the flamingos of his native Mexico.

In this breathtaking photo book, Koob shares over 120 magnificent photographs of life in a flamingo colony, from close-up images of their plumage to impressive aerial shots showing the scale of the bird population. Be enchanted by the captivating colour palettes, from delicate shades of cream, pink, and ochre to deep orange-red, captured with masterful precision by Claudio Contreras Koob.

This photo book is a true visual and educational treat for bird lovers and nature photography enthusiasts. Discover the magic of flamingos and enrich your interior with this masterpiece of natural beauty!

WildLOVE by Pedro Jarque Krebs - the dazzling photography book that brings the magic of the animal world to life!

Be enchanted by the unique animal photography in this beautiful coffee table book. Pedro Jarque Krebs, an award-winning Peruvian photographer, takes you on a journey through the wilderness with artistically captured animal portraits and spontaneous snapshots. This visually impressive collection goes beyond just pretty pictures: it reveals the personality of each animal with a touch of humor and deep empathy. Krebs' ability to capture the vulnerability and beauty of wild animals makes this book a must-have for every nature lover.

Discover why Pedro Jarque Krebs is considered one of the most awarded nature photographers in the world, having received over 100 awards in the past decade for his nature photography. His unique style and passion for animal welfare come alive in this beautiful edition. Perfect as a special gift for anyone who loves nature and photography!

Feathered Elegance, A Photographic Celebration of Chickens
Authors: Moreno Monti & Matteo Tranchellini

Feathered Elegance is a surprising and visually impressive coffee table book that presents chickens as true style icons. This large-format photo book focuses on chickens as elegant inhabitants of farms, gardens, and even urban backyards. Their unique personalities, vibrant colors, and refined forms are captured in breathtaking photography.

The images by photographers Matteo Tranchellini and Moreno Monti showcase a rich variety of chicken breeds, with each animal portrayed with an eye for detail, posture, and character. From graphic feather patterns to proud silhouettes: this book demonstrates how aesthetic and expressive chickens can be.

In addition to the artistic photography, Feathered Elegance contains accessible and informative texts about different breeds and the basic principles of chicken husbandry. This makes the photo book not only a stylish eye-catcher on the coffee table but also an inspiring resource for lovers of sustainable living, self-sufficiency, and keeping chickens in their own garden.

A unique coffee table book for design enthusiasts, animal lovers, and anyone who finds beauty in the everyday.

What to expect

• The only large-format photo book entirely dedicated to chickens
• Stunning photography showcasing the elegance, diversity, and personality of chicken breeds
• A unique blend of art, design, and nature
• Informative texts about breeds and chicken care
• Perfect as a decorative book and as inspiration for sustainable living

About the authors

Matteo Tranchellini and Moreno Monti are Milan-based photographers who have been collaborating for years on international art and advertising projects. Their shared passion for photography and visual storytelling results in powerful images with a strong artistic character. With Feathered Elegance, they combine their creativity and craftsmanship in an extraordinary ode to chickens, where aesthetics, respect for animals, and an eye for detail come together.