WILD AUSTRALIAN LIFE

A stunning new exploration and celebration of the astounding diversity of Australia's animal kingdom by one of Australia's foremost natural history authors.

More than one million different animal species live in Australia. They make their homes in every possible habitat, from the depths of the ocean to the tops of mountains and the harshest deserts. But just how do they survive? Meet some of these wonderful creatures and their fascinating and unique adaptations that allow them to live in perfect harmony with their environment. Visually alluring and packed with stimulating digestible pieces of information, Wild Australian Life is sure to capture hungry young minds. This fresh new reference book comes from the creator of the bestselling Australian Animal Atlas, an entertaining and educational illustrated guide to Australia's wildlife and its habitats for readers aged 6 to 12 years. Leonard Cronin is one of Australia's foremost natural history authors. Trained as a biologist, he is a prolific writer of books and articles about the Australian flora, fauna and environment, bringing his own fascination with the natural world to the general reader. His books include the bestselling Cronin's Key Guide series of field guides, Australian Flora and Journey Through Ancient Kingdoms and Natural Wonders. Chris Nixon is a multidisciplinaryartist creating across illustration, graphic design, creative direction and public art. Based in Perth, Chris's work is inspired by the West Coast and classic surf culture with an emphasis on the handmade and crafted, using colour, texture and pattern across a wide range of media. www.chrisnixon.net