Glow: The wild wonders of bioluminescence

Medical illustrator Jennifer N. R. Smith brings the phenomenon of bioluminescence to life in her book Glow, exploring how animals and plants light up of their own accord and what we can learn from their glow-in-the-dark abilities. The first in a series of non-fiction children's books exploring natural phenomena, Glow introduces readers to creatures that glow in the dark and celebrates the scientists and deep-sea explorers who have studied bioluminescence.

Format: Hardback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

The captivating phenomenon of bioluminescence is brought to life in exquisite detail by medical illustrator Jennifer N. R. Smith. The natural world is an endless source of wonder, and the phenomenon of bioluminescence is no exception. Glow delves into the remarkable way animals and plants emit light of their own accord, and what we can learn from their incredible glow-in-the-dark abilities. Written and illustrated with meticulous attention to detail by medical illustrator Jennifer N. R. Smith, Glow takes readers on a magical journey to the depths of the ocean, through winding networks of caves, and into the darkest corners of the forest to witness the awe-inspiring wonder of bioluminescence.

The first in a series of non-fiction children's books exploring natural phenomena, Glow introduces readers to creatures that glow in the dark, including anglerfish, firefly squid, lanternfish, the glowing sucker octopus, Flor de Coco, and Honey fungi, as well as hosts of fireflies and glow-worms. It also pays tribute to the scientists and deep-sea explorers who, at great personal risk, have ventured to the ocean floor to study bioluminescence. By combining natural history with STEM, Glow considers how bioluminescence works and what we can learn from it, including ways to prevent climate change and tackle pollution.

Printed using UV printing techniques, the illustrations on the page appear luminous, creating a truly awe-inspiring reading experience. Glow has been shortlisted for the AOI World Illustration Awards.

Weight: 748g
Dimension: 281 x 367 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500653203