The Art and Science of Ernst Haeckel. 40th Anniversary Edition

Ernst Haeckel, 2020

Overview

Ernst Haeckel, a German biologist and artist, dedicated his life to studying and illustrating the natural world. A proponent of Darwin's evolutionary theories, he explored diverse ecosystems and coined significant scientific terms like 'ecology'. Haeckel's detailed drawings and watercolors, particularly those in 'Art Forms in Nature', meticulously documented his findings, emphasizing the inherent order and beauty in life forms from microscopic organisms to larger creatures.

Who it's for

• Students and enthusiasts of biology and natural history.
• Art lovers interested in scientific illustration.
• Readers concerned with biodiversity and environmentalism.

Key features

• Features 300 of Ernst Haeckel's finest prints.
• Includes works from 'Die Radiolarien', 'Monographie der Medusen', and 'Kunstformen der Natur'.
• Published by Taschen in 2020.
• Hardcover binding.
• 512 pages.
• English language.