Endangered Places
From the Amazonian rainforest to the polar ice caps
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Amber Books Ltd
Published:14th May '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This captivating book showcases the beauty and vulnerability of our planet’s most stunning locations, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts.
With 180 stunning color photographs, Endangered Places offers a poignant visual exploration of the beautiful yet vulnerable locations on our planet. Each image captures the breathtaking essence of these sites while highlighting the urgent threats they face due to climate change and human activity. From the lush Bornean rainforest, home to endangered species like orangutans, to the majestic Great Barrier Reef, this book serves as both an artistic tribute and a call to action.
Our planet's beauty is increasingly at risk, and Endangered Places vividly illustrates this reality. Readers will encounter the alarming consequences of environmental degradation, such as the shrinking Aral Sea and the expansion of the Sahara Desert. These poignant examples underscore the fragility of our ecosystems and the impact of our choices. The book is organized by continent, allowing readers to appreciate the diversity of natural wonders while recognizing their shared vulnerability.
Ultimately, Endangered Places is not just a collection of breathtaking photographs; it is a reminder of the responsibility we hold to protect these remarkable environments. Through its compelling imagery and informative text, this book encourages reflection on our relationship with nature and the urgent need for conservation efforts to safeguard these irreplaceable locations for future generations.
"the book's 180 vibrant photographs feel at once like a call to travel and a call to action, inspiring readers to seek out these astonishing destinations and take steps to help conserve them before it's too late."
* FrommeISBN: 9781838863036
Dimensions: 276mm x 212mm x 20mm
Weight: 1085g
224 pages