The photographers at National Geographic&#151;some of the most peripatetic and adventurous people on Earth&#151;reveal wonders of nature so uniquely beautiful that we&#8217;re filled with hope and inspiration to celebrate and protect the world&#8217;s environments. <i>Visions of Paradise</i> is the magnificent result of their work. Through breathtaking images from across the globe, and stories as exquisite as the glance of a leopard seal, these men and women share the places they have personally found to be Heaven on Earth. Explore stunning re-naturalized habitats in New Zealand with Brian Skerry, share the thrilling sight of an undiscovered waterfall with Stephen Alvarez, enjoy the refreshing cover of a Congo jungle with Nick Nichols, and spot the most beautiful butterfly in Borneo with Tim Laman&#151;to name just a few. Swim with penguins beneath Antarctic ice, rest on a leaf with a dragonfly, follow the tracks of dinosaurs&#8230;and know, that every beautiful sight that meets your eyes is a precious paradise worth preserving a special place that feels like Heaven on Earth.<br><br><i>Visions of Paradise</i> is the next bestselling gift photography book in the tradition of National Geographic&#8217;s <i>Through the Lens, In Focus, Wide Angle, </i> and <i>Work. </i> Surprising, life-affirming, and visually breathtaking, <i>Visions of Paradise</i> is for everyone who enjoys great photography and values the stunning natural wonder and diversity of our Earth.