Uncover the wonders of Australia’s plants with Tania McCartney’s latest book ‘Flora’
Get ready to go on a captivating journey through Australia's botanical wonders as acclaimed author and illustrator Tania McCartney brings young readers her latest masterpiece: Flora: Australia’s Most Curious Plants. This eagerly awaited follow up to her award-winning book Fauna promises to enchant and educate through its vibrant exploration of Australia’s unique plant life.
Cover detail from Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants.
Cover detail from Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants.
With her trademark skill and style, McCartney takes readers on a journey through the history, quirks and uses of native Australian plants, highlighting their vital role in our unique ecosystems. Each page is filled with engaging, informative and surprising facts that will captivate young minds. From the ancient plants of Gondwana to the intriguing world of deadly species and bush foods, readers will discover the fascinating stories behind Australia's diverse plant life. McCartney’s playful yet informative style introduces young readers to complex topics like plant classification, scientific facts and binomial names. A handy glossary at the back of the book ensures that children can easily grasp these scientific concepts.
Flora also celebrates stories about Indigenous flora uses from Wiradjuri, Kuku Yalanji and Noongar-Wudjari Elders, adding a rich cultural dimension to the book.
As a companion to the widely successful and multi-award-winning Fauna, Flora is beautifully illustrated and designed with vibrant colours, stylized illustrations and clever diagrams. Flora is a must-have for children aged 7 to 12 who are curious about Australia's botanical riches. With its bite-sized chunks of information and captivating visuals, this book will inspire a lifelong love for our unique flora.
Flora: Australia’s Most Curious Plants by NLA Publishing will be released in October 2024.
The front cover of the book Flora by Tania McCartney
Additional Information
The author/illustrator, Tania McCartney, is available for interviews.
Images for media use are available for download via Dropbox.
Contact
Annika Scott, Media Liaison, National Library of Australia
Mobile: 0401 226 697
Email: media@nla.gov.au
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