A Natural History of Mermaids -- Emily Hawkins

<b><i>A Natural History of Mermaids</i> is a meticulously detailed field notebook containing all there is to know about the natural history of mermaids from around the world.</b> <p/>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 <i>Challenger. </i>She made a record of her findings on the trip, recounting the <b>extraordinary sea creatures she witnessed: </b> creatures that, until now, <b> nobody had believed really existed... mermaids!</b> <p/>Following on from the beautiful <i>A Natural History of Fairies</i> and <i>A Natural History of Magick, </i>this<b> beautifully illustrated vintage album</b> is filled with descriptions and illustrations of Delamare's findings, from tales of <b>mermaids in ancient lore </b>to<b> more recent sightings</b> as well as facts on the <b>beliefs and superstitions</b> surrounding these elusive creatures. <p/>Children will <b>delight in discovering the anatomy, behaviour and lifecycles of the Merfolk</b> and how they have hidden themselves from human discovery over millennia. Pore over the anatomy of tails, learn how these mysterious creatures communicate and <b>immerse yourself in their underwater world.</b> <p/>The<b> Folklore Field Guides</b> series is a charming collection of beautifully illustrated handbooks on topics of lore and legend. <b>Fascinating facts</b> are accompanied by <b>breathtaking illustrations, </b>all presented in