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amb0517's review against another edition
5.0
An absolute gem of a book. The illustrations are gorgeous. The information is excellent. Perfect for fairy lovers of all ages.
anacatarinasb's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
sawyerbell's review against another edition
5.0
What a fun and gorgeous book about the natural history of fairies all over the world. I loved the illustrations and the writing and can't wait to get my hands on the paper version of this book as well as to bring it to the attention of all the young readers I know.
flakapercuku's review against another edition
5.0
Those who really know me know that I never really passed my fairy obsession phase. And those who barely know me know that I love natural sciences. As this book is a perfect combination of the two, it was bound to become a favorite.
I really liked the text, illustrations, and the composition of the book. The text was researched thoroughly to complement each diverse ecosystem. Especially I loved that the author included safari, desert, and polar fairies. Something that was always passed, as they are generally thought to be woodland creatures. The illustrations were not perfectly lined and colored, which makes the book more unique and gives it an antique look.
Overall, it's a really great children's book that can delight even adults.
The book would be perfect for any child that is remotely interested in fairies.
I really liked the text, illustrations, and the composition of the book. The text was researched thoroughly to complement each diverse ecosystem. Especially I loved that the author included safari, desert, and polar fairies. Something that was always passed, as they are generally thought to be woodland creatures. The illustrations were not perfectly lined and colored, which makes the book more unique and gives it an antique look.
Overall, it's a really great children's book that can delight even adults.
The book would be perfect for any child that is remotely interested in fairies.
duchessofreadin's review against another edition
4.0
This was a gorgeously designed book! I absolutely loved the illustrations, and diving into the different breakdowns of the fairies. If you have a daughter (total boy mom here) or nieces, this would be a fabulous present!
bearfamilyreads's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
This was an absolutely delightful family read, savored in small bits while snuggling together on the couch! The drawings are delicate, detailed, and stunning. The book reads like a naturalist guide: from species' nomenclature and anatomy, to habitats, defenses, and relationships with flora and fauna. For any family who loves studying birds, animals, and plants... A Natural History of Fairies is a treasure!
elevetha's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
*A copy was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
If the illustrations had been just a bit better in regard to the fairies' faces, this would easily be 4 stars. As it was, they could look a little ugly and I don't think they were meant to be. I also got this from my local library and the physical copy is where it's at - it's a lovely book, gilt edges to the papers, and the colors and lay-out of the individual pages are quite pleasing.
Not that it means anything, but I was surprised that in Hawkin's version, fairies lay eggs. It was an interesting concept, especially the flutterpillar, cocoon, and moppet stages of life, but I don't know that I like it.
Similar in vein as Fairyopolis: A Flower Fairies Journal, though this is not meant as a child's journal but an actual informational history, listing fairies by location mostly and gives plenty of "facts" about individual fairy species and their habitats, distinctive features and habits. I am partial to CMB's portrayal of fairies insofar as art goes, but this had a lot more thought put into the writing aspect of it.
If the illustrations had been just a bit better in regard to the fairies' faces, this would easily be 4 stars. As it was, they could look a little ugly and I don't think they were meant to be. I also got this from my local library and the physical copy is where it's at - it's a lovely book, gilt edges to the papers, and the colors and lay-out of the individual pages are quite pleasing.
Not that it means anything, but I was surprised that in Hawkin's version, fairies lay eggs. It was an interesting concept, especially the flutterpillar, cocoon, and moppet stages of life, but I don't know that I like it.
Similar in vein as Fairyopolis: A Flower Fairies Journal, though this is not meant as a child's journal but an actual informational history, listing fairies by location mostly and gives plenty of "facts" about individual fairy species and their habitats, distinctive features and habits. I am partial to CMB's portrayal of fairies insofar as art goes, but this had a lot more thought put into the writing aspect of it.
martereadsbooks's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
5.0