The book is a fascinating exploration of holes, filled with surprising facts and stunning illustrations. It covers a wide range of topics, from natural holes to man-made ones, and even touches on philosophy. The only downside is the occasional difficulty in reading due to dark text on dark backgrounds.
This book is a treasure trove of information about holes, something most of us take for granted. The author's childhood obsession with digging holes has led to a wealth of knowledge presented in an engaging and visually appealing manner. The illustrations by Thomas Hegbrook are stunning and complement the text beautifully. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the natural world to man-made structures, and even delves into philosophy. It's a great resource for learning about the various types of holes, their locations, formation, and contents. However, the dark text on some pages can be hard to read, which might make it challenging for younger or less confident readers. It's best suited for shared reading between an adult and children aged 6 and up.
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Until i picked up this book I had never even considered that a hole was more than just an empty space!
I am simply incredulous at the amount of knowledge that I have learned on the subject of holes from this book.
My only criticism is that occasionally the dark text is printed over a dark background colour, making it difficult to read.