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New York / Berlin / Heidelberg / London / Paris / Tokyo, Springer-Verlag, (1986). Un vol. au format pt in-4 (273 x 270 mm) de 99 pp. Reliure d'édition de pleine percaline satinée ébène, sous jaquette illustrée. First printing. Textes en anglais ; agrémentées d'une abondante iconographie. ''Extinction-the tragic and permanent loss of entire species of animals-should be a concern for everyone. This concern and a strong desire to take action toward preventing the loss of more animals has brought about an unusual collaboration between art and science. The result is this beautiful volume in which artist and scientist have joined efforts to inform and inspire others in hopes they too will take action. Andy Warhol has created prints (silkscreen over collage) especially for this book of some of the most endangered animals in the world. Here they are reproduced as full-color plates and joined with a stimulating text by Dr. Kurt Benirschke, a leading pathologist and a conservationist. You discover the lives and habits of these animals-and what the outlook is for their survival. These fascinating and striking portrayals will stimulate readers to join their own energies and talents to this important cause.'' Infimes marques d'usage affectant la jaquette. Quelques rousseurs aux deux premiers et derniers feuillets. Du reste, belle condition. …