
A Shimmer of Butterflies
The Brief, Brilliant Life of a Magical Insect
Joni Phelps Hunt(Author)
Vicki Len(Editor)
London Town Press
Published on 9. June 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
48 pages
978-0-9666490-6-2 (ISBN)
Description
Nothing is more beautiful than a field covered with monarch butterflies - in fact, a field full of any butterfly species is quite magical. Recognized across cultures as a symbol of hope and rebirth, this lovely creature is the subject of A Shimmer of Butterflies. A photographic trove for young readers, the book focuses on the butterfly's amazing life cycle. With 43 gorgeous color photos, it shows the process of metamorphosis; the incredible migration of the monarch which spans generations; the threats posed from the loss of habitat; and more. The book presents numerous interesting facts for young readers including everything from how a butterfly's body parts help it to live uniquely to how these amazing navigators determine their flight patterns.
More details
Series
Edition
Second Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
La Canada, CA
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 10 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
43 color photos, Maps
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 215 mm
Weight
255 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-9666490-6-2 (9780966649062)
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