Jungle Spirits

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By Christian Ziegler and Daisy Dent

Summary

Jungle Spirits by Christian Ziegler and Daisy Dent is an exquisite exploration of the vibrant ecosystems within tropical jungles, showcasing the intricate beauty and diversity of these environments through stunning photography. The book captures the essence of jungle flora and fauna, offering readers an immersive experience into this lush and dynamic world. Through compelling imagery and insightful text, it provides a unique perspective on the interplay between nature and culture.
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This book may appeal to you if you appreciate breathtaking photography combined with insightful commentary about the vibrant ecosystems of tropical rainforests. Exploring the beautiful and diverse wildlife, it takes you on a captivating journey through lush landscapes and offers a deep understanding of the art and culture surrounding these magical environments.

Jungle Spirits

A comprehensive look at a wide variety of tropical forests, photographed in 20 countries on four continents. Text in English and German.

Description

With their breathtaking range of flora and fauna, rain forests are veritable treasures in the world of wildlife. Photographed by the award-winning photojournalist and conservationist, Christian Ziegler, Jungle Spirits is an ode to the tropical splendour of the planet's most diverse ecosystems, while also a call to action to protect tropical rain forests worldwide.

Images captured across twenty countries and on four continents present a fascinating look at the globe's most celebrated jungles in all their lush glory. Through Ziegler's vibrant photography, readers journey through pristine landscapes; discover captivating creatures - including tree frogs, chameleons, bats, and more - and forge an appreciation for rare plants. Informative texts penned by Ziegler's partner and fellow conservationist, Daisy Dent, cover such fascinating topics as pollination, fruiting, and human impact.

Driven by the duo's passion for preserving these natural wonderlands, Jungle Spirits is a stunning visual odyssey that will inspire any love of wildlife, botany, and environmentalism.

Author: Christian Ziegler is an award-winning, Panama-based photojournalist specialising in natural history and science-related topics. His work has been published in GEO and National Geographic, among others. A tropical ecologist by training, Ziegler was a Communication Associate at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), Panama for many years, and he currently works at the Max-Planck Institute for Animal Behavior in Radolfzell, Germany, as a photographer for international projects.

Daisy Dent is an ecologist who has worked in tropical forests for over 15 years. She works in Panama, Brazil, and Malaysia, where she conducted her Ph.D. research. Dent is a lecturer at the University of Stirling, U.K., a Humboldt Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior, Germany, and a Research Associate at STRI, Panama.

Selling Points:

A new edition of the best-selling jungle photo book, featuring some 170 images of rainforest animals and plants
Stunning, informative, and action-oriented: an urgent plea for the protection of the rainforest
From nature photographer and environmentalist Christian Ziegler, recipient of World Press Photo Award, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, and European Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards

186 colour illustrations

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Jungle Spirits by Christian Ziegler and Daisy Dent is praised for its breathtaking photography, capturing the unique and often surprising interactions among diverse wildlife, including orchids, bees, and exotic animals. Reviewers note the book's ability to enchant wildlife enthusiasts with its stunning visuals, while Dent's text is highlighted for its intriguing insights into the lives of these creatures and their forest habitats.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9783961713721

Publisher: teNeues Publishing UK Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2021

Country: Germany

Imprint: teNeues Media GmbH & Co. KG

Illustration: 186 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 1790g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Bateman Book Deals Christian Ziegler Daisy Dent Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Christian Ziegler is an award-winning, Panama-based photojournalist specialising in natural history and science-related topics. His work has been published in GEO and National Geographic, among others. A tropical ecologist by training, Ziegler was a Communication Associate at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), Panama for many years, and he currently works at the Max-Planck Institute for Animal Behavior in Radolfzell, Germany, as a photographer for international projects.

Daisy Dent is an ecologist who has worked in tropical forests for over 15 years. She works in Panama, Brazil, and Malaysia, where she conducted her Ph.D. research. Dent is a lecturer at the University of Stirling, U.K., a Humboldt Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior, Germany, and a Research Associate at STRI, Panama.