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An Anthology of Micro Life

Discover the Stories of the Miniature World
By Jess French
Series: DK Children's Anthologies
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Unlock the secrets of more than 90 microscopic life forms with expert author, Jess French. Set off with expert author Dr Jess French on a fantastic journey into the micro life of our Earth, and discover the minuscule miracles that live all around you—unseen, unheard, and... Read More
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Unlock the secrets of more than 90 microscopic life forms with expert author, Jess French.

Set off with expert author Dr Jess French on a fantastic journey into the micro life of our Earth, and discover the minuscule miracles that live all around you—unseen, unheard, and unexplored.

From the tiny sea squirt that builds its house with snot to the weird and wonderful tardigrade, this wonderful collection showcases more than 90 miniature life forms. Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers. Here you'll uncover the good and the not so good—from tiny, delicate seeds and pollen to stealthy viruses and bacteria that live around, on and inside you. There's a whole new world waiting to be revealed that is full of surprises, and shows you that small really is beautiful!

With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, An Anthology of Micro Life makes a beautiful gift for any child who is fascinated by the hidden life of the microscopic world. This book is ideal for young readers to explore by themselves or is perfect for bedtime stories.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241812976

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 219.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jess French Penguin Books Series: DK Children's Anthologies

About the Author

Dr Jess French is a keen conservationist, TV presenter, author, and qualified vet. She is known for her show on CBeebies, called \"Minibeast Adventure with Jess\". She has written eight books for DK- The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, What a Waste, Protect the Planet, It's a Wonderful World, Pets and their People, The Animal Body Book, and An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs. Jess is keen to explore the wonderful diversity of nature, the importance of protecting our planet, and how taking little actions today will make a big difference to the future.

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