The Nature of Lions: Social Cats of the Savannas - Hardcover

Grace, Eric S.; Wolfe, Art

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1552975428 ISBN 13: 9781552975428

Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd, 2001

Synopsis

In a remarkable text, Eric Grace sets out to discover the true nature of lions. His lively and informed discussion of these creatures is accompanied by stunning photographs by the world-renowned wildlife photographer Art Wolfe.

From how a lion's physical construction makes it one of nature's greatest hunters, to the conditions that have made lions the only truly social cats, all aspects of lions' biology and behavior are discussed in The Nature of Lions. The book explores the magical and checkered relationship between humans and lions from prehistory to the present, and includes a look at the status of lions today and efforts to preserve them.

Throughout, spectacular photographs show lions chasing a herd of wildebeests, eating their kill on the savanna, caring for their young, or basking in the shade of an acacia tree. Together, the images and text capture the power and majesty of this most social of cats.

About this title

About the Author:

Eric Grace is the author of numerous books, including The Nature of Monarch Butterflies: Beauty in Flight and Biotechnology Unzipped. He lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Art Wolfe is one of the most celebrated wildlife photographers in the United States. His award-winning photography is featured frequently in periodicals such as National Geographic, Smithsonian and Outdoor Photographer. His many books include Light on the Land, Bears: Their Life and Behavior and The Art of Photgraphing Nature. He lives in Seattle, Washington.

About this edition

• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1552975428
• ISBN 13: 9781552975428
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 100