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Curious Creatures on our Shores

Hardback

Main Details

Title Curious Creatures on our Shores
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Chris Thorogood
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 148
Category/GenreAnimals and nature in art (still life, landscapes and seascapes, etc)
ISBN/Barcode 9781851245345
ClassificationsDewey:591.7731
Audience
General
Illustrations 50 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Bodleian Library
Imprint Bodleian Library
Publication Date 6 September 2019
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Beachcombing, overturning a boulder, or simply parting the strands of seaweed in a rock pool can offer a glimpse into a thriving underwater world of astonishing creatures. Starfish which, upon losing an arm, can grow a new one; ethereal moon jellyfish pulsating in the current; baby sharks hatching from their fancifully named 'mermaids' purses.' This veritable marine bestiary tells these fascinating stories of life between the tides. Featuring stunning oil paintings by the author, Curious Creatures on our Shores presents over fifty of the most unusual and remarkable marine organisms found on British coasts, from beloved seahorses and starfish to lesser-known critters like sea potatoes and sea lemons. Inspired by the Oxford University Museum of Natural History's exceptionally rich zoology collections, which contain millions of specimens amassed from centuries of expeditions, this book invites us to marvel anew at the natural wonders found where water and land meet.

Author Biography

Chris Thorogood is a biologist at Oxford University (Deputy Director and Head of Science at Oxford University Botanic Garden), and a wildlife artist.

Reviews

'Beautifully illustrated with an oil painting, each species is depicted in the habitat in which it is usually found. ... An enchanting work, suitable for anyone with an interest in coastal UK wildlife.' * BBC Countryfile * 'I'm not a natural naturalist but occasionally when you see something bobbing by that isn't shredded plastic, it's nice to know what it is. This book allows you to do this. Chris Thorogood keeps it simple too, with nice big pictures and short but informative explanations of what the creature mentioned is. ... it's always handy to have such a guide.' * Sailing Today * 'Science Book Gift Guide 2019: This short book contains 56 gorgeous colour reproductions of oil paintings by the author portraying creatures that can be found at low tide along the shoreline of the British Isles (and in many cases along shorelines elsewhere as well).' * American Scientist *