{"title":"Heather Campbell","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cem\u003eHeather Campbell\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author known for her engaging exploration of the natural world. Specialising in the categories of \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e, her books offer readers an insightful journey into the intriguing lives of creatures that often go unnoticed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her standout works, \u003cem\u003eAnts\u003c\/em\u003e, provides a fascinating glimpse into the complex societies of these tiny yet highly organised insects. Through her compelling storytelling and detailed observations, Campbell brings the microcosm of ants to life, making science accessible and exciting for all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a passion for unveiling the wonders of nature, Heather Campbell's books are perfect for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the natural environment. Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious about the world around you, her works are sure to inspire and educate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection today and delve into the captivating world Heather Campbell so vividly paints with her words.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ants-by-heather-campbell-9780691228525","title":"Ants","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA richly illustrated natural history of ants, covering their diversity, ecology, anatomy, behaviour, and more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlentiful and familiar, ants make up an estimated one-third of the world's insect biomass and can be found in virtually every part of the globe, from rain forest canopies to city sidewalks. But their importance is about more than numbers: ants are fundamental species in a range of habitats, and their interactions with plants, fungi, and other animals ensure the survival of many fragile and complex ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated book explores the extraordinary diversity of ants and offers insights into their elaborate social systems, investigating the key collective and competitive behaviours that operate within their varied colony structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing exceptional close-up photographs and clearly organised thematic chapters, the book covers anatomy, evolution, life cycle, ecology, and other important topics. Each chapter also features profiles of standout genera, chosen for their fascinating characteristics, including Leafcutter Ants, who build nests containing up to 7,000 chambers; Pugnacious Ants whose colonies can destroy populations of crabs within hours; and Honeypot Ants whose worker caste store food in their stomachs for other colony members to consume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on current research, \u003ci\u003eAnts\u003c\/i\u003e offers an inviting and accessible introduction to these remarkable insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes more than 200 stunning colour photographs, plus infographics and diagrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePresents full profiles of 42 iconic genera from across the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures clearly structured thematic chapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853972033772,"sku":"9780691228525","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2272393482434.jpg?v=1759228941"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/heather-campbell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}