The Fantastical Safari
Wander through 5 of the most remote habitats to meet more than 80 amazing animals
Published on 9. October 2025
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-0-7112-9672-5 (ISBN)
Description
From the bestselling author of The Wonder Garden comes the incredible The Fantastical Safari!
Step into some of the hardest to reach landscapes on earth and meet the extraordinary creatures who live there. Discover how they survive and thrive in some of the strangest, most remote and unusual places in the world.
This book uncovers the science and stories behind some of the world's most fascinating animals - from the tree kangaroo in the highlands of Papua New Guinea to the vampire ground finch in the Galapagos Islands. Alongside breath-taking illustrations, readers will explore different destinations where every day consists of endurance, perseverance and survival for the animals and plants that live there.
With its stunning design, engaging storytelling and fascinating facts, this book encourages young readers to see the world in a whole new way. Whether exploring solo or sharing the adventure with family, this book is a gateway to curiosity, discovery and endless imagination.
Locations include:
The Mariana Trench
The Greenland Ice Shelf
The Galapagos Islands
The Highlands of Papua New Guinea
The Sahara Desert
Step into some of the hardest to reach landscapes on earth and meet the extraordinary creatures who live there. Discover how they survive and thrive in some of the strangest, most remote and unusual places in the world.
This book uncovers the science and stories behind some of the world's most fascinating animals - from the tree kangaroo in the highlands of Papua New Guinea to the vampire ground finch in the Galapagos Islands. Alongside breath-taking illustrations, readers will explore different destinations where every day consists of endurance, perseverance and survival for the animals and plants that live there.
With its stunning design, engaging storytelling and fascinating facts, this book encourages young readers to see the world in a whole new way. Whether exploring solo or sharing the adventure with family, this book is a gateway to curiosity, discovery and endless imagination.
Locations include:
The Mariana Trench
The Greenland Ice Shelf
The Galapagos Islands
The Highlands of Papua New Guinea
The Sahara Desert
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 6 to 10 years
Dimensions
Height: 342 mm
Width: 284 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
828 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7112-9672-5 (9780711296725)
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Lucy Brownridge
The Fantastical Safari
Wander through 5 of the most remote habitats to meet more than 80 amazing animals
E-Book
10/2025
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€29.49
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Persons
Icelandic-born artist KRISTJANA S WILLIAMS studied graphic design and illustration at Central St Martins and quickly gained critical acclaim as Creative Director of Beyond the Valley for 8 years. Williams' work has become well known throughout the industry, 2013 saw the studio Highly Commended for 'Best Use of Color' at the Dulux Color Awards. Kristjana has won a D&AD award, a New York Festivals Grand Prix & First Prize and been shortlisted for the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.
Lucy Brownridge is an award-winning children's book author and editor from South London. She studied History of Art at the University of Bristol and holds an MA from the Courtauld Institute of Art. Lucy writes thoughtful, engaging books that spark curiosity about the world and celebrate connection, cooperation and care for others. Her titles include Little Tree and the Wood Wide Web, winner of the 2024 Giverny Award, What Are You Doing Today, Mother Nature?, The Fantastical Safari, and the Cat Family series, which has been translated into 19 languages.
Lucy Brownridge is an award-winning children's book author and editor from South London. She studied History of Art at the University of Bristol and holds an MA from the Courtauld Institute of Art. Lucy writes thoughtful, engaging books that spark curiosity about the world and celebrate connection, cooperation and care for others. Her titles include Little Tree and the Wood Wide Web, winner of the 2024 Giverny Award, What Are You Doing Today, Mother Nature?, The Fantastical Safari, and the Cat Family series, which has been translated into 19 languages.
Content
The Mariana Trench
The Greenland Ice Sheet
The Highlands of Papua New Guinea
The Tenere Sahara Desert
The Galapagos Islands
The Greenland Ice Sheet
The Highlands of Papua New Guinea
The Tenere Sahara Desert
The Galapagos Islands