Famous Scenes from Fabre’s Book of Insects II

by Daisaburo Okumoto

illus. by Mitsuhiko Imamori

This beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to the naturalist Jean-Henri Fabre (1823–1915) and his passion for the fascinating minibeast world. Some of the most memorable parts from his original ten-volume series are retold here for children by the author and illustrator, both of whom are also keen insect lovers. Scarab beetles, greenbottle flies, burying beetles, the European mantis: Fabre observes all of them carefully and sees the beauty in their lives. A must-have for any budding naturalist or nature lover.

22 x 25 cm, 40 pages, Full-colour illustrations
First published July 2023