Vanishing Circles: Portraits of Disappearing Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert Region

Vanishing Circles is a richly illustrated volume documenting an important museum exhibition and showcasing the beauty and diversity of species rapidly disappearing from the Sonoran Desert Region. Although the underlying premise of Vanishing Circles is bittersweet, this is a stunning, enjoyable book that works on several levels. The sheer beauty of nature is expressed through the individual composition, design, and virtuosity of leading artists; natural history details on each subject further illuminate the elegance of those animals, plants, and places; and biographical information is provided for each artist. These elements, along with conservation information, reference lists, and a glossary make Vanishing Circles a well-rounded introduction to the Sonoran Desert Region. Best of all, Vanishing Circles follows in the path of the famous Arizona Highways magazine, taking readers off the beaten path and into a world that most mortals never see.