Illustrated with over 100 selected artworks from the collections of the Natural History Museum&;s Library and Archives, this book spans 300 years of British history and includes works of major figures such as William MacGillivray, Moses Harris, Edward Wilson and Amedeo Terzi. Andrea Hart&;s accompanying essay reveals that these images aren&;t merely beautiful but have also played a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge in Britain. She also traces how these images have influenced the history of printing, art, and culture.