'The first edition of A Guide to the Flora and Fauna of the World was first published in 1973. It serves as a medium for original studies based principally upon the collections in the Museum and the research of the Institute.

The Institute of the Critical Zoologists is the first interdisciplinary scholarly centre dedicated to promoting critical dialogue on the principles and practices of animal spectatorship and animal related policies in the fields of social sciences, ecology and the arts. The institute employs a variety of methods to pursue its mission - engaging in research, classification and exhibition.' - from inside of the box cover

This item consists of an archival box containing 55 plates with documents and booklets. Produced by artist Zhao Renhui under the name of the Institute of Critical Zoologists.