Book of barely imagined beings

But bestiaries are more than just zany zoologythey are artful attempts to convey broader beliefs about human beings and the natural order. The book of barely imagined beings has the elements of a classic miscellany. The book of barely imagined beings caspar henderson. A 21st century bestiary ebook written by caspar henderson. The salamander lives in the midst of flames without pain and without being consumed. I posted more than a thousand entries between february 2008 and february 20 relating to every animal and theme explored in the book, and more. It has chapter titles like axolotl, right whale and dolphin, but barely mentions the animals. Read more read less click to open popover special offers and product promotions.

The book of barely imagined beings is subtitled a 21st century bestiary and thats what it is. A 21st century bestiary, caspar henderson is published by university of chicago press. The book of barely imagined beings is one that pliny would have envied, darwin applauded, and borges relished. The yeti crab, for example, uses its furry claws to farm the bacteria on which it feeds. In 20 it was shortlisted for the royal society winton prize for science books, a society of biology award, and the british book design awards.

The book of barely imagined beings transports readers to a world of real creatures that seem as if they should be made upthat are somehow more astonishing. But whereas medieval bestiaries were often based on folklore and myth, the creatures that abound in hendersons book from the axolotl to the zebrafishare, with one exception, very much with us, albeit sometimes in depleted numbers. A 21stcentury bestiary henderson, caspar, moghaddas, golbanou on. A fascinating, beautifully produced modernday menagerie, from a to zebrafish. The book of barely imagined beings by caspar henderson youtube. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app.

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