{"title":"Stephen Axford","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Stephen Axford collection, where you are invited to embark on an extraordinary journey into the vibrant world of fungi. Renowned for his captivating photography and deep understanding of the natural world, Stephen Axford seamlessly blends science with compelling visual storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Axford’s work, particularly highlighted in \u003cem\u003ePlanet Fungi\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a unique exploration into the fascinating kingdom of fungi. Known for capturing their intricate beauty, Axford's images are not just visually stunning but also an educational dive into nature's vital organisms. His contributions to the categories of Science \u0026amp; Nature provide readers with an insightful perspective on the biodiversity and ecological importance of fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a nature enthusiast, a science aficionado, or simply curious about the hidden wonders of the natural world, Stephen Axford's collection is bound to inspire and educate. Delve into the pages and let your imagination and understanding of nature evolve with each vibrant photograph and knowledgeable explanation. Discover the allure of fungi with Stephen Axford’s expert guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"planet-fungi-by-tom-may-9781486318186","title":"Planet Fungi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFungi are nature’s great networkers, weaving connections, driving transformation and thriving in the most unexpected places. \u003cem\u003ePlanet Fungi: A Photographer’s Foray\u003c\/em\u003e is a feast for the eyes, with stunning imagery and pioneering explorations that reveal the intricacies of fungal biology and their ecological significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt was a chance encounter in the forest with a purple mushroom that completely changed photographer Stephen Axford’s view of the world. He became obsessed with documenting the largely unexplored kingdom of fungi and, alongside his partner, Catherine Marciniak, capturing the beauty and diversity of fungi in some of the most remote regions on Earth. There are an estimated 2–5 million species of fungi found all over the world, yet with only around 155,000 described so far, there is so much left to discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom glowing mushrooms in ancient forests to bizarre, alien-like forms, these extraordinary organisms will challenge how you see the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“A stunning exploration of a hidden world. These are among the most remarkable images of fungi I’ve ever seen, woven into relation by a series of writings that beautifully illuminate the mysteries and wonders of fungal life.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e– Merlin Sheldrake, author of \u003cem\u003eEntangled Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“A wondrous journey through epic fungal encounters, with sublime photography and beautiful tales.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e– Giuliana Furci, Founding Director, Fungi Foundation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854759121132,"sku":"9781486318186","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/60b1b6987b8eb71c108e1cc21a472457.jpg?v=1759265429"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-axford.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}