Gorgeous fusion of science and art and creativity and imagination. Perfect for stargazers and for anyone who loves to walk amongst the wildflowers and awash with wonder enjoying the colors and the critters too. I found this book from its listing by Maria Popova's Brain Pickings as a best science book of 2014. It is a gem. Soft and sumptuous tactile and visual delight. It is perfect as a traveling companion -- lightweight and easy to slide into my bag, and delightful as a "conversation starter" with myself and my own thoughts. This little package of a book paradoxically holds so many marvels and plenty of "scope for the imagination," as Anne of Green Gables would say. You'll want to get one for yourself, plus several to give to friends. ( )