Bruno Munari's Zoo

This playful classic from visionary artist and designer Bruno Munari is filled with bold illustrations, clever wordplay, and delightful surprises. Now available in a handsome hardcover edition to enchant a new generation of readers.

"Bruno Munari is one of the most inventive picture book creators I know. . . . And Zoo has been one of my favorites." —Eric Carle

Meet a kangaroo who is all legs but doesn’t know it, a zebra in his striped pajamas, and a humpy camel, who has a seat for you.

In this inventive tour of the zoo, celebrated Italian artist Bruno Munari transforms familiar animals through witty observations, sneaky humor, and striking graphic compositions. Each page offers new visual details to discover.

Fresh, funny, and visually distinctive, Bruno Munari’s Zoo introduces Munari’s singular imagination to a new generation while giving longtime admirers a classic volume to add to their shelves.

• A LANDMARK PICTURE BOOK RETURNS: First published in 1963, this enduring work by one of the twentieth century’s most influential artists and designers is newly reissued for today’s readers and collectors.
• PLAYFUL WORDS & VISUAL SURPRISES: Sly humor, clever descriptions, and unexpected details make every page entertaining to read aloud and rewarding to revisit.
• A ZOO LIKE NO OTHER: Flamingos, rhinos, peacocks, and other familiar animals are observed in wonderfully unconventional ways through Munari’s imaginative graphic style.
• ACCLAIMED ACROSS GENERATIONS: Praised as “one of the most striking picture books of its time” by The Washington Post, this classic continues to inspire readers and artists alike.
• FOR YOUNG READERS & DESIGN LOVERS: A distinctive choice for baby shower gifting, family storytime, classrooms, libraries, and anyone who collects exceptional picture books or admires the work of Bruno Munari.