STEVE PARKER is an author, editor and consultant specialising in information about the natural world, biology, technology and general sciences. After receiving a First Class Honours BSc in Zoology, Steve went on to work in house at various publishers including Dorling Kindersley and Haymarket. His backlist has grown to 300+ titles, with 150+ as editor or consultant. They vary from small, light-hearted "one-offs" to heavy-duty tomes, commissioned by a wide clients base including international publishers and co-edition specialists.