Thank you for viewing! [Rare Showa Era Materials - Complete Set] This is a complete set of "Asahi = Larousse World Animal Encyclopedia" published by Asahi Shimbun in the 1970s, consisting of all 192 issues + 5 special editions (total 197 books). All 12 binders are included, and it also includes the popular special edition "Panda Special (Ueno Zoo Kan-Kan & Ran-Ran)". Read this and become a "Dr. Know-It-All"! -> The 6 magazines in the foreground are special editions and duplicates. -> The 12 binders in the back are the main body (issues 1-192). Shipping will be in three cardboard boxes. [Set Contents] ・Weekly Edition: Issues 1-192 ・Special Editions: 5 books (Animals of Japan I-IV, Panda Issue) ・Binders: All 12 ・Duplicate: Issue 76 [Features] This book features a wealth of color photographs that capture the ecology of wild animals as they are. Capturing Decisive Moments: Rather than just static images like a typical pictorial encyclopedia, the focus is on dynamic photographs that convey the "drama of animals," such as predation, mating, childcare, and intimidation. Diverse Classifications: From mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians to insects and tiny invertebrates, all creatures on Earth are introduced with clear photographs. Depiction Including the Environment: Many wide-angle shots are included, not only of the animals themselves but also of the natural environments in which they live (savannas, tropical rainforests, the deep sea, etc.). World-Class Photo Library: Photographs were selected from a library of the highest standards in the world at the time, collected by the French company Larousse from renowned animal photographers and researchers around the world. This was far superior to the level of encyclopedias in Japan at the time. Both Academic Accuracy and Artistic Merit: Not only beautiful, but also "highly explanatory photographs" based on zoological knowledge were selected. This aimed for a composition where you could understand the habits of animals just by looking at the photographs, without having to read the text. [Condition] ・Due to being a used item, there are signs of aging such as yellowing and stains, and some wear on the binding. ・No missing or damaged pages (readable). ・Some of the binder spine numbers are missing (see photos). ・Overall in good condition, sold as is. [Please Note] ・Please purchase only if you understand that this is a used item. ・Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect condition item. ・Everything in the photos is included (cats not included).