The world of the polar bear - Norbert Rosing

This work is the culmination of more than 20 years' study andobservation from one of the world's leading natural historyphotographers. Standing 10 feet tall on its hind legs, reaching morethan 700kg and renowned for its singular ferociousness, the Polar Bearreigns in the North. It survives on the starkly beautiful arctictundra, and with its tapered profile, tufted ears, snowy white coat,and coal-black eyes and nose, the Polar Bear is arrestingly photogenic.

World-renownednature photographer Norbert Rosing takes us through the year of thepolar bear showing us that the animal is not only a fierce predator,but also a loving parent and a natural jester. His engaging photogaphsand informative text invite us into a world that few ever see and whichis increasingly under threat.

'Throughsummer and sunsets, spring and snow, Rosing shows us a glimpse of thisbeautiful harsh world and the magnificent animals that inhabit it.'Daily Express

'Stunningimages by a world class photographer…The key selling point - "the mostbeautiful and comprehensive book on the market" - would seem to be ajust claim.'Publishing News

'Thisis not only a superb portrait of one of the world's most fascinatinganimals, but also testament to [Norbert Rosing's] abilities as aphotographer.'BBC Wildlife