This unforgettable collection of winning images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013 competition has been taken by photographers from 27 different countries, all with their own styles, stories and messages. Together the images portray the beauty, drama and variety of the natural world. The photographs were selected by an international jury for their artistic merit or originality from nearly 43,000 entries, representing 96 countries. The range of subjects, styles and photographic genres is vast. It includes extraordinary animal behaviour, innovative portraits of animals and plants, landscapes of wild and remote places and thought-provoking reportage. Presenting some of the very best wildlife images from around the world, this beautiful book provides a reminder of the wonder, beauty and variety of the natural world.