Inside the Whale and Other Animals
Inside the Whale and Other Animals by Steve Parker, published by Dorling Kindersley in 1992, is a 47-page exploration of the animal kingdom that delves into the inner workings of various creatures. This book presents a unique perspective on animals, from turtles to triceratops, using detailed illustrations to reveal their anatomy and physiology. Readers will discover fascinating insights about what lies beneath the surface of familiar animals, including the secrets of a camel’s hump and the digestive process of a rattlesnake’s meal.
The content is designed for a juvenile audience, making complex biological concepts accessible and engaging. Each spread focuses on a different animal, showcasing not only their unique features but also drawing comparisons to mechanical systems, both real and imaginary. With a focus on marine life and other animals, this edition invites young readers to explore the intricacies of nature in an informative and visually stimulating manner.
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Literally looking inside the animal world, from turtles to triceratops, from the oesophagus of an octopus to the entrails of an elephant, this book uses illustrations to reveal nature’s innermost workings. Each spread focuses on a different creature, getting under the skin to reveal what a camel really keeps in its hump, what a mosquito does with all the blood, and what happens to a rat after a rattlesnake has swallowed it whole. This book features a range of animals including sea creatures such as starfish and insects such as the bee. Additional illustrations compare the anatomy and physiology of each animal with mechanical equivalents – some real and some imaginary.
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