An Anthology of Micro Life

Journey into the micro life of Earth with Dr Jess French and discover the minuscule miracles that live all around you – unseen, unheard, and unexplored.

The tenth book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, An Anthology of Micro Life explores some of the most incredible miniature life forms on our planet.

Children aged 7-9 can meet the weird and wonderful tardigrade or discover the tiny snail that lives in a house of glass in this impressive collection that showcases more than 90 miniature life forms.

This fascinating micro life anthology for kids offers:

• A wide selection of micro life forms featured throughout, each accompanied by a beautiful photograph and illustration.
• The 10th book in the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, selling more than 130,000 copies in the US.
• A quality gift book, with metallic foil all over, a ribbon and striking photographs on every page.

An Anthology of Micro Life pairs photography with storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers and introduce them to a whole new world full of surprises. From tiny, delicate seeds and pollen to stealthy viruses and bacteria that live around, on and inside you, discover how small really IS beautiful!

More in the series

An Anthology of Micro Life is part of the beautiful and informative Children’s Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature, take to the skies in An Anthology of Exquisite Birds or meet other tiny lifeforms in An Anthology of Remarkable Bugs.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs