Animals A Visual Compendium

Taxonomic sets, curious collections, and quirky groupings reveal familiar and surprising connections between animals, their bodies, and their behavior – in a glorious visual feast of more than 3,000 images!

Discover everything you wanted to know about the animal kingdom in this book – how do scientists organize frogs? what are the places animals live? and why do they use tools?

Turn the beautiful pages of this compendium to read all about animal taxonomy - the groups animals are organized into. You’ll meet mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates, learning about their similarities and differences. Find out also how animals are classified in more unusual ways: by their habitat, body parts, or behavior. Explore everything from the shapes of beaks and the functions of animal tails to the types of eyes and the kinds of animal relationships in nature.

Easy-to-understand, expert-written text and attractive plates of vibrant pictures make Animals, A Visual Compendium a veritable treasure trove for young (or old!) animal lovers who are curious about the creatures around them. This book will keep you engaged for hours - it is a must-have for any family library.

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