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Staff Pick
This book made me giddy. Not only because I learned things like, “Flies can taste with their feet.” But with Maja Säfström’s whimsical drawings and incredibly infectious enthusiasm, every page of this compendium left me laughing and full of wonder at our weird animal kingdom. Recommended By Gigi L., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
An artfully playful collection of unexpected and remarkable facts about animals, illustrated by Swedish artist Maja Säfström.
Did you know that an octopus has three hearts? Or that ostriches can’t walk backward? These and many more fascinating and surprising facts about the animal kingdom (Bees never sleep! Starfish don’t have brains!) are illustrated with whimsical detail in this charming collection.
About the Author
Maja Säfström is a Stockholm based architect and illustrator who has gained international recognition for her quirky animal drawings. For more of her works, visit: www.majasbok.se