{"product_id":"weird-and-wonderful-nature","title":"Weird and Wonderful Nature","description":"More than 100 extraordinary stories of unusual species, behaviours, and objects written by best-selling author Ben Hoare\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThis third installment of the DK Treasure's series explores the weird and wonderful side of the natural world. Discover the stories of more than 100 striking, rare, and unusual species and objects, all told by author Ben Hoare.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\nWhy do Mexican jumping beans jump? How do sea cucumbers defend themselves? What causes the northern lights? This book is filled with facts about the most surprising and curious plants, animals, rocks, and phenomena in nature. Many animals and plants seem bizarre, but they are uniquely adapted to their way of life, and once you uncover the reasons for their looks, they make perfect sense. In Weird and Wonderful Nature, Ben Hoare's friendly, informative explanations are paired with stunning photographs and charming illustrations to make sure every page captivates the imagination, while a glossary and index help to navigate the chapters.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\nThird in the series after \u003ci\u003eNature's Treasures\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Secret World of Plants\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWeird and Wonderful Nature\u003c\/i\u003e is a substantial gift book that will be treasured for years to come.","brand":"PRH Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46491823603909,"sku":"9780241632314","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/3343\/4309\/files\/weird-and-wonderful-nature_5b1_5d.jpg?v=1783173335","url":"https:\/\/maritimeandtravelbookshop.com.au\/products\/weird-and-wonderful-nature","provider":"MARITIME \u0026 TRAVEL BOOKSHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}