Animal Superheroes
Amazing True-Life Tales
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Discover real-life stories of animals who have achieved the most heroic or astounding feats, and tons of amazing animal facts - from dogs, cats and rabbits to birds, whales and insects.
A fascinating combination of true-life tales of heroic animals and information on incredible topics such as animal senses, intelligence, communication and the importance of animal conservation.
Included are the heart-warming stories of Mari the Japanese Shiba Inu who saved her puppies and human owner from the destruction of an earthquake, Digit the gorilla whose brave actions highlighted the importance of gorilla conversation worldwide, Lin Wang the war elephant who became a national hero and so many more.
A real highlight of this gorgeous book is the stunning artwork of David Dean, whose paintings bring drama and atmosphere to every scene, and a foreword by television presenter and veterinarian Jess French.
This is a paperback edition of The Book of Animal Superheroes, first published in 2019. This edition includes a new animal quiz at the back.
About this Author
Camilla de la Bedoyere is a London-based author of multiple non-fiction titles. Her academic background is in the sciences, and Camilla was made a Fellow of the Zoological Society of London in recognition of her work in zoology. Most of Camilla's books focus on her interest in the natural world and conservation, and she endeavors to see wildlife in action whenever possible. Camilla has also worked as a journalist and editor, and edited a children's page in a British newspaper for five years.
David Dean graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 1999 with a BA in Illustration. He has illustrated multiple award-winning books and is known for his lively and colorful work, with a strong focus on mood and drama. He has won acclaim for his beautiful covers for the reissued Michael Morpurgo books, which have been exhibited in the V&A Museum of Childhood in London.
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