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# Biophilia: Christopher Marley’s Art of Nature

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Review: A delightful photographic examination of the beauty of nature highlighted through clean, pleasing arrangements - I’ll start by admitting my bias. I have been a fan of Christopher Marley’s work since I read his first book, Pheromone. In the years since, I have been lucky enough to add a few of his compositions to my personal collection, and my admiration for his work has only grown. Compared to Pheromone, this book is longer and about half the price. The pages of Biophilia are not as thick as in Pheromone, but still have a luxurious texture and turn without sticking. The photographs are printed in glossy, true-to-life color. This large, heavy book would make an engaging coffee-table centerpiece. The book begins with a thoughtful introduction from Marley. He describes his own inspiration while also exploring the relationship between mankind and the natural world. While somewhat philosophical, the light tone prevents the text from reading as pretentious. The photographic portion of the book begins with a section on insects, probably my favorite section of the book. Here, the often-reviled “creepy-crawlies” of the world are showcased as things of beauty and wonder. This section includes simple compositions like one highlighting the iridescence of a single cuckoo wasp and complex compositions like the aestetica mosaic which is utterly captivating as the seemingly unrelated colors and lines of myriad insects come together in one harmonious arrangement. The next section of the book includes sea creatures from Marley’s Reclamation line (harvested from animals who have died in the wild or in captivity—none of the subjects were killed for the sake of art, but rather, they were elevated to immortality through art following their natural demise). The first photograph in this section is of a single octopus tentacle that is simultaneously haunting and beautiful, the movement visualized in its arrangement mirroring the flow of the seas but also the inherent struggle of life. Later in this section, a banded cat shark composition almost swims off the page glistening from the glossy printing as if still wet. The next section includes Marley’s reptilian compositions. The winding, coiling bodies of the snakes in these pages are mystifying—like anceint Celtic knots. Again, creatures that are typically regarded with fear are here honored as harolds of nature’s enduring beauty. A veiled chameleon in this section is arranged in such a life-like pose, that, in another context, I would think it were alive and stalking some unaware cricket. Marley next addresses the beauty of birds. Some mounts in this section feature the breath-taking beauty of fully extended wingspans while other compositions allow the reader to focus on the nearly microscopic beauty of a single feather. Mounts of finches (reminiscent of Darwin) in this section would be at home in an art museum or a museum of natural history. Minerals and fossils are highlighted in the next section. While still lovely, this is probably the least engaging chapter. While Marley’s signature use of color and symmetry are still present, the life, or imitation thereof, is absent from these pieces. The final section of the book, Unity, is a fascinating departure wherein Marley juxtaposes two pieces that, while completely different have a singular similarity. Birds next to minerals showing the same colors; flowers next to shells with the same shape. Here, the ideas of Marley’s introduction are illustrated through the photography of his work. The connectedness of nature becomes increasingly evident as one turns through the pages of this chapter. Biophilia is more than a glorified catalog. It is a photographic journey of the connectedness of natural forms—a declaration of unity. Marley’s knack for highlighting the inherent beauty of his subjects elevates the mundane to art and the rare to true inspiration. Biophilia is a delightful book that will instill the reader with a sense of wonder.
Review: Gorgeous - I got this for my sister's family for Christmas. It hss something for everyone. Anyone into biology will love it. Symmetry is a big part of the visuals. For the more artistic there is form & color. Beautifully printed with a sturdy binding.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #134,626 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #52 in Biology of Insects & Spiders #206 in Plant & Animal Art (Books) #465 in Art History (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (178) |
| Dimensions  | 10 x 1.25 x 12 inches |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 1419715615 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1419715617 |
| Item Weight  | 4.86 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 288 pages |
| Publication date  | April 14, 2015 |
| Publisher  | Harry N. Abrams |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A delightful photographic examination of the beauty of nature highlighted through clean, pleasing arrangements
*by J***D on April 16, 2015*

I’ll start by admitting my bias. I have been a fan of Christopher Marley’s work since I read his first book, Pheromone. In the years since, I have been lucky enough to add a few of his compositions to my personal collection, and my admiration for his work has only grown. Compared to Pheromone, this book is longer and about half the price. The pages of Biophilia are not as thick as in Pheromone, but still have a luxurious texture and turn without sticking. The photographs are printed in glossy, true-to-life color. This large, heavy book would make an engaging coffee-table centerpiece. The book begins with a thoughtful introduction from Marley. He describes his own inspiration while also exploring the relationship between mankind and the natural world. While somewhat philosophical, the light tone prevents the text from reading as pretentious. The photographic portion of the book begins with a section on insects, probably my favorite section of the book. Here, the often-reviled “creepy-crawlies” of the world are showcased as things of beauty and wonder. This section includes simple compositions like one highlighting the iridescence of a single cuckoo wasp and complex compositions like the aestetica mosaic which is utterly captivating as the seemingly unrelated colors and lines of myriad insects come together in one harmonious arrangement. The next section of the book includes sea creatures from Marley’s Reclamation line (harvested from animals who have died in the wild or in captivity—none of the subjects were killed for the sake of art, but rather, they were elevated to immortality through art following their natural demise). The first photograph in this section is of a single octopus tentacle that is simultaneously haunting and beautiful, the movement visualized in its arrangement mirroring the flow of the seas but also the inherent struggle of life. Later in this section, a banded cat shark composition almost swims off the page glistening from the glossy printing as if still wet. The next section includes Marley’s reptilian compositions. The winding, coiling bodies of the snakes in these pages are mystifying—like anceint Celtic knots. Again, creatures that are typically regarded with fear are here honored as harolds of nature’s enduring beauty. A veiled chameleon in this section is arranged in such a life-like pose, that, in another context, I would think it were alive and stalking some unaware cricket. Marley next addresses the beauty of birds. Some mounts in this section feature the breath-taking beauty of fully extended wingspans while other compositions allow the reader to focus on the nearly microscopic beauty of a single feather. Mounts of finches (reminiscent of Darwin) in this section would be at home in an art museum or a museum of natural history. Minerals and fossils are highlighted in the next section. While still lovely, this is probably the least engaging chapter. While Marley’s signature use of color and symmetry are still present, the life, or imitation thereof, is absent from these pieces. The final section of the book, Unity, is a fascinating departure wherein Marley juxtaposes two pieces that, while completely different have a singular similarity. Birds next to minerals showing the same colors; flowers next to shells with the same shape. Here, the ideas of Marley’s introduction are illustrated through the photography of his work. The connectedness of nature becomes increasingly evident as one turns through the pages of this chapter. Biophilia is more than a glorified catalog. It is a photographic journey of the connectedness of natural forms—a declaration of unity. Marley’s knack for highlighting the inherent beauty of his subjects elevates the mundane to art and the rare to true inspiration. Biophilia is a delightful book that will instill the reader with a sense of wonder.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous
*by H***M on December 31, 2025*

I got this for my sister's family for Christmas. It hss something for everyone. Anyone into biology will love it. Symmetry is a big part of the visuals. For the more artistic there is form & color. Beautifully printed with a sturdy binding.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great coffee table book
*by R***L on November 29, 2025*

I loved this book! It makes a great coffee table piece. The best price I could find. If you have ever been to a Christopher Marley exhibition, this is a must have! The pictures and colors are beautiful. It would make a great gift as well.

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