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Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. No Jacket. Book condition is near fine. SIGNED BY PHILLIPPA NIKULINSKY OF THE TITLE PAGE. Soft cover. Book boards clean & unmarked front and back of the book. Spine intact. Text body is immaculate. No foxing or fingerprints marking. Book boards are clean & unmarked all side of the book. Over-all an excellent and Immaculate copy. The only issue is a white square sticker on the front top-right corner, which i will not remove as it may ruin the front book boards. "Life on the Rocks: The Art of Survival" is a beautifully illustrated exploration of the unique flora and fauna inhabiting granite outcrops in Western Australia, combining scientific insight with exquisite botanical art. Overview: This book is a collaborative work between renowned botanical artist Philippa Nikulinsky and botanist Dr. Stephen Hopper. It documents the extraordinary resilience and diversity of species that exist on the harsh, rocky landscapes of Western Australia. The book's 184 pages include detailed illustrations and scientific descriptions, capturing life from tiny mosses and fairy shrimps to large trees and agile rock wallabies. Content and Themes Flora and Fauna: The book highlights plants and animals that thrive in granite outcrops, with a focus on survival strategies in extreme environments. It includes both diminutive species and larger organisms, illustrating their adaptations to limited water, harsh sunlight, and nutrient-poor soils. Ecological and Historical Perspective: The text also explores the origins of these species, revealing connections to ancient rainforests and explaining how this unique biota has persisted over millions of years. Art and Science Fusion: Philippa Nikulinsky's detailed watercolour and botanical illustrations bring the species vividly to life, while Stephen Hopper's commentary provides scientific context, making the book both aesthetically engaging and educational. The book has been praised in publications such as The West Australian and Hobart Mercury for being essential reading for anyone interested in Western Australia's natural history, bush, gardens, or art. It is considered in the tradition of natural history works from the Age of Exploration, valued both for its artistry and scholarly contribution. Editions and Collectability. The book, first published by Fremantle Arts Centre Press in 1999, contains 184 pages with full-color illustrations showcasing Australia's unique rocky landscape flora and fauna, illustrated by Nikulinsky and accompanied by the botanical insights of Dr. Stephen Hopper. Copies signed by Philippa Nikulinsky (and in some cases also by Hopper) are limited in number, as many were signed to personal acquaintances. . This makes the signed editions uncommon and desirable for collectors. . . .…