Wild Animals of the South

Dieter Braun’s masterly ‘Wild Animals of the South‘ is the companion to his first title, Wild Animals of the North. Like that book, this examines wild animals scrupulously. Each selected creature is given a double page spread, and occasionally appears in a double page picture compilation with other selected creatures. Some animals only appear in picture form, e.g., okapi. More populous, better known animals have a double- page spread, picture and some description of their lifestyle, characteristics and behaviour. Every creature is accorded its Latin name.

Dieter Braun’s strong, Braque style painted pictures, emphasise the strength of his subject knowledge. Somehow, they suggest the importance of the animals, their magnificence, role and lives, without humankind.

‘Wild Animals of the South‘ is an essential information title. It commands attention, is interesting, informative and very readable. It does not offer statistics on numbers/ population, but offers other facts that are less unpredictable. We recommend this wonderful reference book for schools and homes.