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Emperor penguins' epic, touching breeding journey.
If you've marvelled at the tenacity of nature's creatures on-screen, 'March of the Penguins' brings that same awe into your reading space. This book isn’t just about penguins; it's an intimate portrait of survival against the elements. The narrative captures their incredible annual trek across Antarctic ice, simultaneously a heartwarming testament to the endurance and community spirit of these magnificent birds. It's a poignant reminder of life's fragile beauty, perfect for those who cherish nature and the extraordinary lengths life goes to persevere.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780792261827
Publisher: National Geographic
Date of Publication: 2005-11-08
Format: Hardcover
Related Topics:
Animals,
Ecology,
Nature,
Environment,
Photography,
Natural History,
Evolution,
Popular Science
Goodreads rating: 4.18
(rated by 185 readers)
Description
This winning combination of vivid photographs and informative, inspiring text is the companion volume to the extraordinary surprise hit film deemed “Irresistible” by Entertainment Weekly. Timed perfectly for the holidays and the November release of the DVD! Read the incredible, endearing story of the Emperor penguins’ yearly Antarctic odyssey and the long months of endurance, self-sacrifice, and love as they raise a new generation of chicks.
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Emperor penguins' epic, touching breeding journey.
If you've marvelled at the tenacity of nature's creatures on-screen, 'March of the Penguins' brings that same awe into your reading space. This book isn’t just about penguins; it's an intimate portrait of survival against the elements. The narrative captures their incredible annual trek across Antarctic ice, simultaneously a heartwarming testament to the endurance and community spirit of these magnificent birds. It's a poignant reminder of life's fragile beauty, perfect for those who cherish nature and the extraordinary lengths life goes to persevere.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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