The Element Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animals in Nature, Myth and Spirit is a wonderful and original way of exploring the nature of animals in all their diversity. For centuries we have shared the animal kingdom, making animals into our friends, servants, enemies, or heroes. Our world is shaped by the way we have interpreted their behaviour. This encyclopedia invites children not only to look at each animal's true nature and habits, but to discover how we have symbolised animals through our myths and legends. It also includes many incredible real-life stories that might make us think again about how much we understand our fellow creatures.
