Dazzled and Deceived

Peter Forbes

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Publisher: YALE UNIVERSITY PRESS

Publication Date : 28/10/2009

Hardback

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Guardian Bookshop Notes:

Tells the unique story of mimicry and camouflage in science, art, warfare and the natural world. First discovered in the 1850s by young naturalists in the Amazonian rainforest, the natural phenomenon has had a huge impact on our lives and culture.

Publisher's description:

Nature has perfected the art of deception. Thousands of creatures all over the world - including butterflies, moths, fish, birds, insects and snakes - have honed and practised camouflage over hundreds of millions of years. This title tells the story of mimicry and camouflage in science, art, warfare and the natural world.

ISBN: 9780300125399