The Art and Science of Ernst Haeckel - Taschen book

Discover Ernst Haeckel, a 19th-century artist-biologist who found beauty even in the most unlikely creatures. This collection features 450 illustrations from his most important publications, including the majestic Kunstformen der Natur and his extensive marine life catalogs. As biodiversity becomes increasingly threatened, these stunning images serve scientific, artistic, and environmental purposes.

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