Simon Pollard

The Little Book of Spiders -- Simon Pollard, Hardcover

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A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world's spiders

Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Spiders is an accessible and enjoyable mini reference about the world's spiders, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics--from anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on spiders in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of spiders.
  • A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
  • Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
  • Makes a perfect gift


Author: Simon Pollard
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 04/02/2024
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 6.10h x 3.80w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780691251820

About the Author
Simon D. Pollard is a spider biologist and award-winning natural history writer and photographer. He is an adjunct professor of science communication at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand and has participated in spider research projects around the world. Tugce Okay is a natural history illustrator who works primarily with watercolors. Her work has appeared in many books and magazines.

Product Tags:

Animals, Hardcover, Insects & Spiders, Life Sciences, Little Book of Nature, Nature, Princeton University Press, Reference, Science, Simon Pollard, Spiders, Tugce Okay, Zoology

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