The world's preeminent wildlife artist, Robert Bateman invites young readers to join him on a trip to Africa to observe different animals and to learn something about their behavior. Bateman captures not only the fine details of the animals' appearances but the essence of their nature as well.

Bateman has visited Africa many times. Now, he takes us with him for up-close encounters with lions, gorillas, giraffes, zebras and many other fascinating creatures. In his magnificent, detailed paintings we experience what it's like to actually see a charging rhino or witness two lions closing on their prey.

30 full-color images,  32 pages.