The Monologues (Soliloquies): The portrayed animals deliver a series of soliloquies in a bilingual format (English/Japanese). The animals muse and "talk to themselves," sometimes humorously and sometimes acerbically, on themes like Ecology, Politics, Gender, National Identity, and AI.

A Sophisticated Fable: It's a "picture book for grownups" that engages the mind while delightfully entertaining the eye.

Institutional Credibility:  This book is based on the animal portrait series that originated from an Arts Council England-funded project, “A Letter to the Earth from Beatrix”, in collaboration with the National Trust. The project has received high acclaim for its artistic and cultural significance.

Faithful Reproduction of Original Works: Sobue's animal portraits―meticulously drawn using a unique line hatching technique he developed, inspired by the Florentine Renaissance disegno, neurophysiological insights, and traditional Japanese art―are each a truly exceptional work of art. As many of the originals are already in private collections, this volume offers a unique opportunity to appreciate all 24 pieces in one place.

Collector's Quality: Whether digital or physical, every available edition is an essential keepsake for your library. For a truly cherished item, the beautifully produced Hardcover edition is highly recommended. It is ideal for dedicated collectors, art lovers, and thoughtful gift-givers.