First published 2025
National Geographic presents more than 250 photographs spanning decades of exploration and discovery. This large-format collection draws from the organization's extensive archive to showcase wildlife, scientific achievements, technological advances, archaeological finds, and adventure photography from around the world. The book includes celebrated images such as the Afghan girl portrait and the Titanic's sunken prow alongside lesser-known treasures from the archive. Readers encounter the work and stories of renowned photographers including Brian Skerry, Anand Varma, and Jodi Cobb through interviews and behind-the-scenes accounts. The collection also features conversations with both established legends and emerging talents like Rob Clark, David Doubilet, Erika Larsen, and Camille Seaman. The photographs capture subjects ranging from magnificent wildlife to human achievements in exploration and science. This compilation serves photography enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone interested in the visual documentation of our planet's wonders and the human experience of discovering them.
Genres: history, science, nature, art, non-fiction, photography
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
464 pages · Hardcover · National Geographic