A World in One Cubic Foot
- 203 pages
- 8 hours of reading
A photographic close-up of the diversity of life found in one cubic foot across a variety of ecosystems.
David Liittschwager is a celebrated photographer whose work delves into natural history and portraiture, with a keen eye for the intricate details of the world. His striking images, frequently featured in National Geographic, offer profound insights into the natural realm and showcase his dedication to capturing its essence. Liittschwager is also a notable book author, collaborating on projects that blend artistic photography with scientific understanding to illuminate the planet's diverse life forms. His contributions are recognized for their visual power and their capacity to foster a greater appreciation for biodiversity.



A photographic close-up of the diversity of life found in one cubic foot across a variety of ecosystems.
Startlingly beautiful in its content and powerfully eloquent in its message, Witness captures 100 species of North American animals and plants on the brink of extinction in a series of stunning color and duotone portraits. By photographing each imperiled creature against a stark black or white backdrop, photographers Susan Middleton and David Liittschwager visually remove the habitat that would ensure its survival and bring the plight of the individual species -- whether a majestic Florida panther or a delicate Tennessee purple coneflower -- closer to home. A bibliography and an index, a resource giude to additional information sources, an eloquent introduction by E. O. Wilson, and an essay on the Endangered Species Act complete this formidable volume, making it not only an elegant and moving documentary, but a valuable tool in the fight for the preservation of diminishing habitats and the species that depend on them.