Are you ready to plunge beneath the waves to discover the truth about the creatures of the deep? Then look no further.
Featuring a silver-foil-embossed cloth cover, a ribbon marker and sprayed silver edges, this gorgeous volume is filled with beautiful illustrations and precise notes detailing the secret life of mermaids.
In 1872, intrepid (fictional) explorer Darcy Delamare disguised herself as a man to claim a place on board the (real life) scientific expedition of the HMS Challenger. She made a record of her findings on the trip, recounting the extraordinary sea creatures she witnessed: creatures that, until now, nobody had believed really existed… mermaids!
Following on from the beautiful A Natural History of Fairies and A Natural History of Magick, this beautifully illustrated vintage album is filled with descriptions and illustrations of Delamare’s findings, from tales of mermaids in ancient lore to more recent sightings as well as facts on the beliefs and superstitions surrounding these elusive creatures.
Children will delight in discovering the anatomy, behaviour and lifecycles of the Merfolk and how they have hidden themselves from human discovery over millennia. Pore over the anatomy of tails, learn how these mysterious creatures communicate and immerse yourself in their underwater world.
The Folklore Field Guides series is a charming collection of beautifully illustrated handbooks on topics of lore and legend. Fascinating facts are accompanied by breathtaking illustrations, all presented in an engaging narrative form.
Written By Emily Hawkins
Illustrated By Jessica Roux
- Hardcover
- 64 Pages
- Recommended for Ages 6+
- Published: September 6th, 2022
- Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
About the Author
Once a children’s book editor, Emily Hawkins is now a full-time author. Her work has been featured on the New York Times bestseller list (Oceanology, 2009) as well as winning the Children’s Travel Book of the Year Award (Atlas of Animal Adventures, 2016). Along with her background in children’s non-fiction Emily has a strong interest in myth, folklore and storytelling. In 2020 she wrote A Natural History of Fairies, which has been translated into twelve languages, selling more than 100,000 copies worldwide. Emily holds a first-class English degree from Nottingham University, and lives in Winchester, UK.
Prompt Shipping and Professional Packing
We can offer a variety of shipping options due to our long-term relationship with UPS FedEx DHL. Our warehouse personnel will pack every item to our exacting requirements. Your items are carefully inspected and properly secured before shipping. Every day we ship thousands of packages to clients from all over the world. This demonstrates our dedication to be the largest online retailer on the planet. Warehouses and distribution centers can be found in Europe and the USA.
Note: Orders containing more than one item are assigned a particular processing period dependent on the particular item.
Prior to shipping, our team will perform an extensive inspection of the products you have ordered. The majority of orders are delivered within 48 hours. The delivery time varies between 3-7 days.
Returns
The inventory is constantly changing and we are unable to control it completely due to the fact that multiple parties are involved, including our warehouse and factory. Therefore, the actual inventory could change at any time. It is possible that your order is out of stock when your order has been made.
Our policy lasts for 30 days. However, if thirty days have passed after you bought your item, we cannot offer you a return or exchange.
Your item should be in its original packaging and not be used. You must have the item in the original packaging.
Related products
