Illustrated with over 100 selected artworks from the collections of the
Natural History Museum's Library and Archives, this book spans 300 years
of British history and includes works of major figures such as William
MacGillivray, Moses Harris, Edward Wilson and Amedeo Terzi. Andrea
Hart's accompanying essay reveals that these images aren't merely
beautiful but have also played a crucial role in advancing scientific
knowledge in Britain. She also traces how these images have influenced
the history of printing, art, and culture.