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Book SynopsisFrom the under-snow tunnels of Arctic lemmings to the egg nests of the bizarre Australian echidna, from the Pacific waters inhabited by sea otters and whales to the subways of major cities, this book takes us into the homes and lives of some of earth's most fascinating animals.
Trade Review"Heavily illustrated with beautiful photographs and enlivened by Attenborough's friendly, informative writing style, this is a terrific introduction to the wonders of our hairy, milk-producing relatives."--Booklist "Attenborough brings a distinctive and zippy intelligence to everything he does... [His] curiosity is boundless and infectious, and one is repeatedly reminded that once teeming and scheming humanity is left behind, the Earth can still be a magically amazing place."--Tom Shales, The Washington Post "Vintage Attenbrough text is illustrated with more than 200 color photos to provide us with a beautiful and interesting window into the lives of these diverse and fascinating animals. An excellent addition to any family or natural history library."--Wildlife Activist
Table of ContentsFORWORD 7 1. A WINNING DESIGN 11 2. THE INSECT HUNTERS 38 3. CHISELLERS 61 4. PLANT PREDATORS 87 5. MEAT EATERS 124 6. THE OPPORTUNISTS 156 7. RETURN TO THE WATER 184 8. LIFE IN THE TREES 213 9. THE SOCIAL CLIMBERS 247 10. FOOD FOR THOUGHT 283 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 310 INDEX 316
