Giulia De Amicis – illustratör

Explore the world of extraordinary marine creatures in this beautifully illustrated guide to thirty species of octopuses, cuttlefish, and squids.In Sea Wonders, discover the remarkable characteristics of cephalopods, enigmatic sea creatures with arms directly attached to their heads, who are masters of survival and transformation. Thirty species are collected in this fascinating guidebook, detailing their most surprising habits and abilities: Enterprising, resourceful, and intelligent, they know how to solve problems and can use objects as tools. They are notorious for escaping from aquaria. They can recognize people and can even feel dislike for some! Some species, such as the orchid cuttlefish, are among the most colorful organisms in the oceans. Others, like the blue-ringed octopus, are famous for their lethal bite. Some of the world’s largest invertebrates are cephalopods—including giant squids the size of a bus—about which very little research exists to this day.  The first half of the book contains fifty gorgeously detailed and realistic illustrations and delves into the species' main characteristics and the secrets of their underwater world. The second half features specimen cards with scientific information and fun facts for easy reference.Perfect for: Anyone with an interest in marine creatures and the undersea world Birthday, housewarming, or seasonal gift for nature lovers Oceanography and marine biology students, teachers, and professionals Fans of animal and nature books like Amphibious Soul, Oceanology: The Secrets of the Sea Revealed, and The Soul of an Octopus

Celebrate the allure and variety of crustaceans with this beautifully illustrated guide to thirty species of crabs, lobsters, hermit crabs, and shrimps.Turn the pages of Claws and dive into a world of empathy and wonder for the natural realm by marveling at these curious, elegant, resilient sea creatures. Crabs, shrimps, hermit crabs, and lobsters have long populated the collective imagination:Observed on the beach or among the rocks, they constitute a diverse and fascinating slice of marine life.Endowed with strong eyesight, articulated legs, and adept pincer claws, crustaceans scuttle with ease from the ocean depths to the tidal zones and beyond.Some crabs live in rivers, migrate on the ground into tropical forests, and can even hide inside carnivorous plants.The first half of the book contains gorgeously detailed and realistic illustrations and delves into the species' main characteristics and the secrets of their underwater world. The second half features specimen cards with scientific information and fun facts for easy reference.

'Jam-packed with hundreds of stylish illustrations, infographics and surprising facts.' - The Week JuniorDiscover menacing sharks, playful dolphins, clownfish, penguins, turtles, whales, shimmering jellyfish and gargantuan giant squid. Ocean: Secrets of the Deep is jam-packed with hundreds of stylish illustrations and many more surprising facts about the world’s marine life. First, readers are taken on a journey from the water’s surface to the deepest, darkest depths of the oceans, stopping off at coral reefs and kelp forests. Next, information-packed spreads offer answers to questions such as: How do turtles keep clean? Do whales talk to each other? and What can humans do to save the ocean?

Some of the habitats designed by animals to defend themselves, their families and their society, are absolutely fascinating; many are well known, but at the same time they are hidden from us and difficult to interpret. We know that ants and termites build complicated underground tunnels, that bees in their hives create precise and impeccable geometric structures, that mammals like beavers design ingenious and unique solutions to protect the entrance to their dens, but all these structures hide unexpected and interesting secrets. By investigating and clearly showing them, this book explains and highlights, as never before, the genius of certain animals. The clear and colourful illustrations by Giulia de Amicis, combined with the scientifically and didactically accurate texts, suited to young readers, lead us on a unique journey to see for ourselves the hidden lives of animals. Ages 6 and up

This wonderfully illustrated infographic book is filled with visual representations to captivate children and teach them the names of the most prevalent species of dinosaurs as well as many curious facts about them. Through intuitive infographic tables, children will learn everything from the shape of the eggs and the anatomy of the dinosaurs to their great extinction. A new book focusing on the language of infographics finally applied to one of the most appreciated and best-selling topics: dinosaurs! Clear explanations, timetables, charts and scales to reveal all the secrets of the dinosaur world and became a real expert. Ages: 8 plus

This wonderfully illustrated infographic book is filled with visual representations to captivate children and teach them the secrets of our history through the stories of ancient civilisations. Through intuitive infographic tables, children will learn all the curiosities and fun facts of each people with similarities and differences. From food and housing to daily life and great inventions: the pages of this book will lead children in discovery of the best story of all: the one of mankind! Ages: 8 plus

Discover the Secret of the Universe Among the StarsHave you ever wondered what it would be like to travel through space and explore the planets and their moons or to ride the tail of a falling star across the night sky? In Space Explorers, let your imagination fly through the milky way as you adventure through our solar system!Put on your space suit and blast off into the cosmos! Read about the wonders of space and imagine whizzing through the universe towards undiscovered territory like the great astronauts and space explorers before you. This space exploration book will blow your mind! Learn all about the important achievements of humankind in the conquest of space and the secret of the universe in this fascinating discovery of space book.Inside this astronomy book for kids 8-10, you’ll find:Solid scientific data organized into easily digestible infographic platesAn inspiring space exploration book to encourage your curious mind Amusing curiosities, space facts, and out of this world illustrations.If you liked space travel books for kids like The Fascinating Space Book for Kids, Our Solar System, or MinuteEarth Explains, you’ll love Space Explorers.