Nature and the natural world: general interest Books
Waterford Press Ltd North Carolina Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to
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£7.98
Waterford Press Ltd California Wildlife: A Folding Pocket Guide to
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£5.99
Waterford Press Ltd San Francisco Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to
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£7.96
Waterford Press Ltd Bird Feeding Basics: An Introduction to Feeders,
Book SynopsisBird Feeding Basics is a simplified introduction to attracting and identifying North America's most common backyard birds. Subjects covered include feeder selection, the types of feeder foods that attract certain species, and how to make your backyard more bird-friendly by providing water, shelter, food and plants that provide birds with food during each season and safe places to nest. In addition, it features beautiful illustrations of more than 50 common species. This convenient guide is an ideal, portable source of practical information and ideal for field use.
£5.99
University Press of New England In Season A Natural History of the New England
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£25.20
University Press of New England The New Hiking the Monadnock Region
Book SynopsisExpanded and updated hiking guide to the Monadnock region featuring all new maps for each hike!
£18.05
Texas A & M University Press Life on Matagorda Island
Book SynopsisFrom most people's point of view, a barrier beach is a paradox: appealing to visit but appalling to live on. An enjoyable day's excursion requires shade, dark glasses, sunblock, drinking water, food, and, of course, a shower afterward. Take all those amenities away and consider existing alone on the island full-time, even during hurricanes. When Wayne and Martha McAlister moved to Matagorda Island, a wildlife refuge off the central Texas coast, they anticipated staying perhaps five years. But sent to take up duties with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wayne McAlister fell under the island's spell the moment he stepped out of his aging house trailer and met his first Matagorda rattlesnake. Seven years later, the McAlisters were still observing the flora and fauna of Matagorda. Except for the road and some occasional fence posts, the island appears untouched by humans. In Life on Matagorda Island, Wayne McAlister shows what life was like amid such isolation. McAlister revels in the ghostly twinkles of nights on the beach, as luminescent comb jellies, sea walnuts, and glow worms light up every crest of wave. He watches hungry whooping cranes snatch striped mullet trapped in tidal pools; hunts for Hurter's spadefoots, reclusive amphibians that surface during warm deluges; and sinks to his knees in the sand, flashlight in hand, to catch a glimpse of a whip eel's sharp snout. Not all observations are limited to the psammobionts - the creatures of the sand. McAlister recounts petting a fat-bellied coyote pup and handing out kitchen scraps to wild turkeys. Badgers make their home on Matagorda Island, as do alligators, raccoons, and hundreds of varieties of insects, including the aggravating salt marsh mosquito. But McAlister doesn't merely observe: he tells why and how. Why oysters spit, why pistol shrimp snap, or how debris from offshore boats affects the beach environment. He also relates the more sinister aspects of living on a barrier island, such as finding himself ankle-deep in quicksand. But it's all in a day's work - or play - to the McAlisters, as they balance their lifestyle with the will of the island and its nonhuman inhabitants. ""We try to stay in the background, enthralled observers,"" McAlister writes. ""We do not belong, can never truly belong, but we can coexist and commingle. Close enough.Trade ReviewI haven't been so moved by a natural history book since I read Rachel Carson's Under the Sea Wind forty years ago, says Rice University's Paul Harcombe about Life on Matagorda Island.
£15.26
Texas A & M University Press Wildlife Stewardship and Recreation on Private Lands
Book SynopsisIn the United States, two-thirds of lands are private, and 85 percent of all wildlife is found on these private lands. Who is responsible for wildlife found on private lands - the government, who has the authority to manage wildlife on behalf of all citizens, or the landowners? How can governments carry out their management mission without encroaching on the property rights of landowners? How can landowners be encouraged to manage and preserve wildlife? The authors attempt to answer these questions, examining ways that public and private sectors can work together considering ways governments and landowners can be good stewards of the public's wildlife using recreation, tax advantages, and cost shares as incentives.Trade Review... a thought-provoking book about a topic that is increasingly important. It will be very useful for conservationists, landowners, hunters, wildlife watchers, biologists, land managers, and policy-makers who must face the thorny issues of individual versus collective rights. - The Quarterly Review of Biology
£16.96
Texas A & M University Press The San Marcos: A Rivers Story
Book SynopsisThe San Marcos springs have flowed for around ten million years. In this ode to the river they form, Jim Kimmel brings us a picture of a watercourse brimming with life, past and present. Native, non-native, prehistoric, and modern-day plants, animals, and people have inhabited the river and its banks. Kimmel touches on them all with the affectionate and knowledgeable voice of one whose own life has been closely linked to the San Marcos. As readers journey with Kimmel from the river's headwater springs to its junction with the Guadalupe River, ""The San Marcos: A River's Story"" will capture the imagination and provide valuable information about the river and its crucial role in the ecological health of Texas. Original photographs by Jerry Touchstone Kimmel add a sense of the beauty and complexity of the river.
£21.21
Rowman & Littlefield World's Great Nature Myths
Book SynopsisPopular nature writer Gary Ferguson (Walking Dopwn the Wild, Yellowstone Wolves) tells 60 wonderful stories from cultures around the world. Formerly published as Spirits of the Wild.
£10.79
Derrydale Press A Tomato Can Chronicle: And Other Stories of Fishing and Shooting
Book SynopsisEugene Connett, III, the venerable founder of The Derrydale Press, described Edmund Smith as "the most polished writer we have ever published. The discovery of this manuscript in 1936 was, he said, "one of the happiest events of the past year." Smith was a master New England storyteller who expressed his love and knowledge of wild places through the medium of short stories. The title comes from an experience of the author and a boyhood friend who together enjoyed the thrill of catching their first bass with worms in a tomato can. Warm, evocative stories from locales all over the Atlantic seaboard. Originally published by The Derrydale Press in 1937, this classic of outdoor literature will appeal to the armchair sportsman as well as the accomplished hunter and fisher. Illustrated by Ralph L. Boyer.Trade ReviewThe stories are more about what the characters experience and what they learn from each other than boastful accounts of bass weights and antler-point counts....What we miss are the simpler times, and Tomato Canprovides those simply and joyfully. -- Dan Barber, The Dallas Morning NewsWhile these are period pieces, and mannered, the aspects of human experience Smith distills will still resonate with many readers. -- Seth Norman * Fly Rod and Reel *
£17.09
Derrydale Press Pheasant Tales
Book SynopsisThe stories in this anthology demonstrate why the pheasant has become America's favorite game bird. Some of the finest writers in the field take their best shots at the Ringneck, covering guns, dogs, lore, history, conservation, and even some tried and true methods for preparing your pheasant for consumption.
£13.49
University of Iowa Press The Emerald Horizon: The History of Nature in
Book SynopsisIn ""The Emerald Horizon"", Cornelia Mutel combines lyrical writing with meticulous scientific research to portray the environmental past, present, and future of Iowa. In doing so, she ties all of Iowa's natural features into one comprehensive whole.Since so much of the tallgrass state has been transformed into an agricultural landscape, Mutel focuses on understanding today's natural environment by understanding yesterday's changes. After summarizing the geological, archaeological, and ecological features that shaped Iowa's modern landscape, she recreates the once-wild native communities that existed prior to Euroamerican settlement. Next she examines the dramatic changes that overtook native plant and animal communities as Iowa's prairies, woodlands, and wetlands were transformed. Finally she presents realistic techniques for restoring native species and ecological processes as well as a broad variety of ways in which Iowans can reconnect with the natural world. Throughout, in addition to the many illustrations commissioned for this book, she offers careful scientific exposition, a strong sense of respect for the land, and encouragement to protect the future by learning from the past.The ""emerald prairie"" that ""gleamed and shone to the horizon's edge,"" as botanist Thomas Macbride described it in 1895, has vanished. Cornelia Mutel's passionate dedication to restoring this damaged landscape - and by extension the transformed landscape of the entire Corn Belt - invigorates her blend of natural history and human history. Believing that citizens who are knowledgeable about native species, communities, and ecological processes will better care for them, she gives us hope - and sound suggestions - for the future.
£22.75
University of Iowa Press Out Home
Book SynopsisLong out of print, ""Out Home"" is the first published collection of naturalist and conservationist John Madson's essays. Written between 1961 and 1977 for such venues as Outdoor Life, Sports Afield, Audubon, and Guns and Ammo, the twenty-one essays and one poem in this classic volume focus on game and nongame animals and the people who love them and their outdoor world. Madson writes of hunting and wildlife management, the tricks of whitetail and cottontail, the bewildering interactions of pheasants with their harsh winter world, the cliff-nesting geese of the Missouri River, biscuits and gravy and stories shared around campfires with friends and family, and the great seasonal migrations of geese and cranes.Writing always with the knowledge that he was witnessing the end of the wilderness, of the outdoor home that nourished him, Madson brings a brilliant energy to these tough, unsentimental tales. 'A strong place puts a mark on all that lives there, and the mark may outlast the place itself. Prairie people are like their western meadowlarks, seeming to be the same as their eastern relatives, but with a different song.' In his song about the 'play of wind on tallgrasses, with the land running beneath a towering sky,' we hear the voice that went on to give us the magic of Where the Sky Began.
£15.26
University of Iowa Press The Desert Year
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£20.52
Smithsonian Books Official Guide to the Smithsonian National Museum
Book SynopsisA tour of one of the most famous museums in the world features its history and a look behind the scenes, as well as an in-depth exploration of the various exhibits and essential information such as phone numbers and hours designed to make any visit a success. Original.
£11.99
Smithsonian Books The Modern Bestiary: A Curated Collection of
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£22.46
Taylor Trade Publishing Snakes of North America: Eastern and Central
Book SynopsisProviding thorough descriptions of almost 200 species, this guide presents thousands of facts and figures that will help you identify, understand, and appreciate these important and remarkable animals. Each species and subspecies account includes the latest findings on abundance, size, reproductive habits, prey, habitat, behavior and venomous/nonvenomous status.Trade ReviewThis identification books has an excellent section of color photos that identifies each and every snake along with a complete history of the snake with an accompanying map showing it's geographical location and preferred habitat. Its one of the best, if not the best, snake identification books I have ever seen. -- Bill Carney * New Hampshire Wildlife *
£34.20
Fredonia Books (NL) Nature's Diary
£23.70
Taylor Trade Publishing Beachcomber's Guide to Gulf Coast Marine Life:
Book SynopsisThis updated guide provides the latest findings about the biology and ecology of the Gulf of Mexico. It reflects the effects of recent storms and hurricanes, and includes an expanded chapter on sea turtles. Hundreds of detailed drawings introduce you to more than 300 marine creatures commonly found along the beaches and bays of this area. Easy-to-read descriptions explain the taxonomic feeding, mating, and migratory habits of these coastal residents. In addition, this guide tells you about many offshore creatures, such as oysters, shrimp, and lobsters, and the numerous animals that inhabit the subsea oil platforms.
£13.49
Taylor Trade Publishing Death, Daring, and Disaster: Search and Rescue in
Book Synopsis375 exciting tales of heroism and tragedy drawn from the nearly 150,000 search and rescue missions carried out by the National Park Service since 1872.
£23.18
Taylor Trade Publishing Field Guide to Acadia National Park, Maine
Book SynopsisThe 42,000 acres that comprise Acadia National Park include glacier-worn granite mountains, rocky cliffs, crystal blue ponds and lakes, and a dramatic coastline where waves collide spectacularly with dramatic headlands. This book describes the flora, fauna, and geology of the park, as well as a number of the prominent trails that take you in and around some of the most charming scenery in North America.
£14.24
Taylor Trade Publishing America's National Wildlife Refuges: A Complete
Book SynopsisAn all-in-one guide to the more than 500 sites in the National Wildlife Refuge system, this book lists each refuge alphabetically by state, providing basic information about accessibility, facilities, and type of habitat. More in-depth descriptions are provided for significant or popular refuges, detailing flora and fauna to be found there as well as information on the best time of year to year to view migrating species. Ideal for the casual wildlife watcher or hunting enthusiast, this guide will also be a welcome companion for anyone wishing to create his or her own "eco-tour."
£21.31
Taylor Trade Publishing The Sonoran Desert
Book SynopsisThis is the fifth title in our highly-praised Our Wild World Ecosystem series. Once again, author/photographer Wayne Lynch takes readers on a personal journey through a treasured North American ecosystem. Amazing photography, first-person anecdotes, and tons of factual information on the animals, plants, climate and landscape come together to give a complete picture of the ecosystem in action. Subjects cover the wide diversity of living things in this habitat from the giant saguaro cactus and ocotillo to javelinas and dozens of desert birds. And of course rattlesnakes! This gorgeous book is a feast for both the eyes and mind.Trade ReviewI highly recommend this title for classroom use. I have not seen a better book for the study of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. -- Kim Hutmacher, Wild About Nature
£12.99
Taylor Trade Publishing My Nature Book: A Journal and Activity Book for
Book SynopsisHike a trail, climb a tree! Smell the flowers, watch the birds! Explore the world! Nature is full of adventures, but sometimes it’s easy to forget things you felt or saw. What did those animal tracks look like? How did you feel when you gazed at the starry sky on a calm, clear night? My Nature Book is the perfect place for a child to keep track of all of his or her memories. It’s a place to draw and write about your experiences with nature, so you’ll remember the sound of the squirrel you heard chattering, the color of the bird that landed on your lunch sack, or the way the meadow grasses waved goodbye. My Nature Book is also full of projects and ideas, such as how to make water windows and luminarias, and even how to make yummy peanut butter cookies or banana bread or muffins to take along on hiking trips. There are also lined pages for writing, blank pages for drawing, and numerous activity pages.Trade ReviewA carefully crafted, beautifully produced journal for actively engaging children in the natural world. Children only need a nudge to notice and question things adults have come to take for granted, and this little activity-filled book hits just the right buttons: curiosity, finely tuned observation, and hands-on experience. Put the book in their hands, and take them outside! -- Paul Larson, Naturalist; proprietor of the bookstore A Sense of Place
£11.39
Taylor Trade Publishing Yellowstone Country: The Photographs of Jack
Book SynopsisA regional pioneer of photojournalism, Jack Richard photographed in the Yellowstone area from the 1940s to the 1980s, where his crisp, superbly composed images captured the Western way of life. This book presents more than 150 black and white photographs, from stunning landscapes to tender portraits, and chronicles the American West from the end of the frontier era to the age of tourism, industry, and large-scale ranch operations. Yellowstone Country breaks down Richard’s work into nine separate themes, from landscapes and wildlife in Yellowstone National Park to careful still lifes created in the studio. The photographs selected from this book, culled from over 160,000 images held in the McCracken Research library at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, not only represent the best of his work but also tell the story of a unique place and its people and the photographer who cherished them both.Trade ReviewLet your imagination carry you along, as your senses feel the rich tapestry woven by Jack’s incredible talent with camera, lens, film, and the perfect ‘creative sense’ of capturing the moment in photographic prose. I know you, too, will treasure this collection. -- Alan K. Simpson, United States Senator, Wyoming (Ret.)
£14.24
Shambhala Publications Inc Wild Comfort: The Solace of Nature
Book SynopsisIn Wild Comfort: The Solace of Nature, Kathleen Dean Moore explores the intricate connections between human emotions and the natural world. Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Moore reflects on themes of grief, solace, and the cyclical nature of life, inviting readers to find comfort and healing in the wild. Turning to the comfort of the wild in an effort to make sense of the deaths of several loved ones, her narrative weaves personal reflections with experiences in diverse landscapes—from the Oregon wilderness to the Sea of Cortez—illustrating how nature can be a refuge for the human spirit amid life’s inevitable challenges.Readers will discover the transformative power of mindfulness and presence as Moore delves into the complexities of human emotions. Her insight into the beauty and resilience of the natural world encourages a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of all living things. The book invites readers to embrace both joy and sorrow, recognizing that moments of beauty can emerge from darkness, and that nature offers a path to understanding and acceptance. Wild Comfort is a celebration of life’s fleeting yet beautiful moments, perfect for those seeking solace in nature’s embrace. Moore’s philosophical musings provide a compelling reminder of the enduring strength found in the natural world. This book is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the wild, making it an essential read for anyone looking to find peace and meaning amid life’s complexities.
£15.19
Rowman & Littlefield Animal Wonder World: A Chronicle of the Unusual
Book SynopsisThis is a charming series of essays on animal behavior, written in 1951 by the note British science writer Frank W. Lane, reveals obscure and fascinating oddities of animal behavior. The clear, logical explanation behind each bizarre happening grounds the observations in scientific research, and provides modern readers insight on mid-century scientific field methodology. Here are some of the cases featured in this fantastic compilation: Do bees tell time and tell each other of honey locations? Can game animals dodge bullets? Have fish an ear for music? Do birds hitch hike on each other’s backs? These questions and thousands of others are answered with scientific proof. Natural history fans, history of science buffs, and explorers of nature will find hours of fascinating reading within. A true mine of conversational material and arbiter of game controversies!
£12.59
Canon Press The Riot and the Dance: Foundational Biology
£55.27
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Reptiles & Amphibians of Minnesota, Wisconsin and
Book SynopsisLearn to identify all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.Get to know the amphibians and reptiles of the Upper Midwest! With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of species that don’t live in your area. This book features 68 species—all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Do you see a turtle and don’t know what it is? Go to the turtle section to find out.Book Features: 68 species—all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan Crisp, professional images that include color variations, bellies, scales, juveniles, and more Detailed Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan range maps Information that’s easily used by beginners and the experienced alike, complete with frog and toad croaking charts and status classifications Stan’s Notes with interesting facts and natural history information not found in other field guides Grab this handy book for your next outdoors adventure to help ensure that you positively identify the amphibians and reptiles you see.
£10.44
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Rocks & Minerals of Washington and Oregon: A
Book SynopsisA field guide to rocks and minerals of Washington and Oregon, featuring photos and details needed for identifying and collecting.
£10.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated A Year in Nature with Stan Tekiela: A
Book SynopsisAcclaimed naturalist Stan Tekiela guides readers through the seasons with personal stories, anecdotes and even, at times, humorous situations.
£9.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Fireflies Book: Fun Facts About the Fireflies You
Book SynopsisFireflies: Summertime Magic!Watching fireflies is a summertime tradition. Bring back those childhood memories as you learn more about these delightful insects. Fun facts about fireflies, such as the different flashing patterns for various species Simple projects so you can share your firefly fascination with the next generation. Engaging text that explains the science behind fireflies, including how they light up
£7.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated The Mosquito Book: An Entertaining, Fact-filled
Book SynopsisKeep Mosquitoes Away!Everyone’s had a summer evening ruined by mosquitoes. Learn what really works to prevent that irritation. Fun and easy to read, this book by Brett Ortler contains everything you need to understand— and avoid—mosquitoes. A review of CDC-recommended repellents and products A rundown of junk products, superstitions and other “repellents” that don’t work A simple introduction to the science of mosquitoes A review of mosquito-borne diseases, including malaria and West Nile virus Amazing mosquito-related facts: Did you know that the U.S. military issued mosquito-related propaganda during World War II? One of the artists they hired was none other than Dr. Seuss.Table of ContentsFrequently Asked QuestionsIntroductionThe BasicsHoning InHow They BiteMosquitoes as Disease Vectors: Flying SyringesAvoiding Mosquitoes Made EasyWhat Doesn’t Work: Superstitions, Mosquito Traps and Other Bogus “Cures”A Mosquito Miscellany: The Weird, the True, and the Funny of Mosquito LoreIdentifying Aedes, Anopheles and Culex MosquitoesTable of Repellents/InsecticidesRecommended Resources/ReadingBibliographyAbout the Author
£9.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Wildflowers of Colorado & Southern Wyoming: Your
Book SynopsisAt the cabin, in the park, or on a hike, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. Based on the best-selling wildflower field guides and featuring 152 wildflowers of Colorado and southern Wyoming, the booklet is organized by color for quick and easy identification. Narrow your choices by color, and view just a few wildflowers at a time. The pocket-sized format is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the tear-resistant pages help to make the book durable in the field.
£8.51
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Animal Tracks of the Northwest: Your Way to
Book SynopsisPlay cards and learn about animal tracks!This gorgeous deck of playing cards, put together by author Jonathan Poppele, features detailed animal track illustrations of 54 common mammals—including the River Otter, Moose, Canada Lynx, and more—created to look just as they appear in nature! All featured species are applicable for the Northwestern states of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and northern California! Anyone who enjoys the outdoors will love having these cards for playing their favorite games or to use as animal track flash cards.
£7.02
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Animal Tracks of the Rocky Mountains: Your Way to
Book SynopsisPlay cards and learn about birds!This gorgeous deck, put together by award-winning author Stan Tekiela, features real photos of 52 of the most common and appreciated bird species of the states bordering the Gulf of Mexico, including the Painted Bunting, Blue Grosbeak, Summer Tanager, and more! Anyone who appreciates birds will love having these playing cards for their favorite games and for quick ID.
£7.02
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Best Minnesota Camper Cabins: Roughing It in
Book SynopsisMinnesota is known for its beautiful wilderness: pristine lakes, deep forests, flowing rivers. There's no better way to experience the Land of 10,000 Lakes than by camping. For those who might not enjoy the hassles and discomfort of tent camping--and for those who do--outdoors writer Tom Watson presents a wonderful alternative: cabin camping! This is your guide to 98 overnight stays that allow you to get out and enjoy nature without leaving your comfort zone. Book Features: Spotlight on 98 camper cabins, most of which have electricity and running water Cabins in popular locales, as well as more secluded areas "Tom's Tips": advice about each site and recommendations when visiting the area Cabin ratings, features, amenities, fees, park highlights and more Neat-to-know natural history aspects about each park Opportunities for staying in yurts and teepees at state parks
£10.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Birds of Wyoming Field Guide: Includes
Book SynopsisMake bird watching even more enjoyable! With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This book features 134 species of Wyoming birds—including birds in Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks—organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don’t know what it is? Go to the yellow section to find out. Fact-filled information, a compare feature, range maps, and detailed photographs help to ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.
£10.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Rocks & Minerals of California: Your Way to
Book SynopsisMarket: from the casual rock-picker to the serious collector Popular, proven, best-selling format: The Adventure Quick Guides series has sold more than 70,000 copies Not intimidating—easy-to-use information geared toward casual observers Covers 72 of the most common and desirable rocks and minerals in California with simple guidelines for identifying them, as well as how to tell similar materials apart from each other Tabs labeled by physical appearance (e.g. glassy or metallic): When you see a rock or mineral, turn to the correct group and view just a few specimens at a time to make a positive ID Includes information about famous California minerals that are too rare to find but are common in rock shops/museums (e.g. gold and mercury ores) Professional photographs that focus on the details needed for easy identification Customers want these attractive Quick Guides—they’re pocket-sized, portable, and durable with an appealing layoutTable of ContentsRocks Granite Diorite Diabase Gabbro Porphyry Conglomerate and Breccia Sandstone Tuff Shale Mudstone Limestone Travertine Rhyolite Basalt Chert Obsidian Schist Gneiss Quartzite Marble Minerals & More Quartz Calcite Dolomite Gypsum Baryte (Barite) Fluorite Olivine Sulfur Feldspar group Pyroxene group Amphibole group Zeolite group Turquoise Chrysocolla Malachite Epidote Jade Serpentine group Talc Chlorite group Opal Jasper Chalcedony Agates Beryl Corundum Tourmaline group Garnet group Howlite Halite Hanksite Ulexite Hematite Goethite Magnetite Galena Sphalerite Pyrite Chalcopyrite Mica group Animal fossils Dendrites Plant fossils/Petrified Wood Tufa Gold Mercury Meteorite Slag Benitoite Neptunite Realgar Cinnabar
£7.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Invaders of the Great Lakes: Invasive Species and
Book SynopsisFirst edition (9781591932925) sold more than 50,000 copies Market: Addresses growing environmental concerns while providing readers with “How You Can Help” details Revised second edition with updated information about how the invasive species impact you, your environment, and the economy Packed with useful facts and statistics in a small, convenient, easy-to-use format Comprehensive: covers 44 aquatic invasive species, including the newest threats, from flying carp and lampreys to spiny water fleas Full-color photographs, need-to-know details, and portions of the guide devoted to AIS spread and impacts Quick Response (QR) code for every species, linking readers to more in-depth information online Great impulse buy—only $6.95!Table of ContentsDedication Acknowledgments About Wildlife Forever About the U.S. Forest Service Become an “Invader Crusader” Clean Drain Dry Initiative Aquatic Invasive Species: Threats to the Great Lakes Hitching a Ride: How They Got Here A Danger to Inland Waters Natural Treasures to Protect Economic Impact Recreational and Commercial Fishing on the Great Lakes Fishing on Inland Lakes, Regional Tourism, and Biodiversity Three Primary Aquatic Threats: Invertebrates, Plants and Fish Aquatic Invertebrates Aquatic and Terrestrial Plants Fish Education Is the Key The Public Needs to Be Aware Keep a Lookout How You Can Help Clean • Drain • Dry Know the Regulations Identifying Invasives Keep up to Date with QR (Quick Response) Codes Reporting … What Should You Do? How to Use This Guide Sample Pages Aquatic Invertebrates Aquatic and Terrestrial Plants Fish State/Federal Offices Template for Noting Sighting Details About the National Professional Anglers Association About the Great Lakes Fishery Commission About Sea Grant About the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service About the State-Fish Art Program Clean Drain Dry Glossary Kids Love to Learn About Invasive Species! Nab the Aquatic Invader—Be a Sea Grant Super Sleuth The Great Lakes Invasion Kids, Be Part of the Search for Invasive Species EEK!—Alien Invaders Making Waves & State-Fish Art Contest Attack Packs Traveling Trunks Preschool through 12th Grade Invasive Species Education Aquatic Invasive Species: An Educator’s Information and Materials Guide National Invasive Species Information Center Photo Credits Rulers
£7.18
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Bat Basics: How to Understand and Help These
Book SynopsisSeparate Fact from Fiction with This Fun, Fascinating GuideWe need bats to eat mosquitoes, pollinate plants, and more. Karen Krebbs has been studying the world’s only flying mammals for more than 35 years—and she’s sharing her expertise with you. Learn the bat basics, such as how they use echolocation, why they hibernate, and what they eat. Then use the field guide section to identify common and important species to know.Inside You’ll Find Bat myths debunked—they won’t really fly in your hair or try to bite Identification guide to 32 North American species Instructions on how to bat-proof a house and what to do if you find a bat indoors Projects, activities, and tips to help bats Get Bat Basics, and celebrate the amazing lives of bats!Table of ContentsIntroductionBat Evolution & Importance What Are Bats? Bat Fossils and Bat Evolution Bats Today Bat Basics Frequently Asked Questions Bat Myths, Debunked Species AccountsBat Projects & ActivitiesFind the Bats Near YouAsk a Bat ResearcherWebsitesReading ListIndexNotesAbout the Author
£28.89
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Fish of Minnesota Field Guide
Book SynopsisGo Fishing with Minnesota’s Famous Identification Guide! Fishing is a perfect outdoors activity for all ages and skill levels, and the Land of 10,000 Lakes is an angler’s paradise. Reel in fish, and make identifying your catches a snap. Now in its second edition, the Fish of Minnesota Field Guide by Dave Bosanko features detailed information about 81 species of Minnesota fish. When you’re not sure what you caught, grab the handy guide and narrow your choices by family. Then identify your prize with the intricately detailed fish illustrations. Further verify the type of fish using the “Similar Species” comparisons. Book Features: Detailed information about 81 species Professional-quality illustrations—perfect for fish identification Fascinating facts on spawning behavior, feeding habits, and more Fishing tips and inside information for easily locating fishing hotspots Bonus resources such as state fishing records and answers to frequently asked questions This new edition includes updated information about everything from range to state records, as well as the inclusion of six new species. A new section on fishing tips offers pointers to help you catch more fish, and more information on invasive species can help prevent their spread. The Fish of Minnesota Field Guide is essential for every tackle box, beach bag, RV, and cabin. Plus, its convenient size makes it perfect for the dock or boat.Table of ContentsWhat’s New in the Second Edition How To Use This Book Fish Anatomy Fish Names About Minnesota Fish Frequently Asked Questions Fish Diseases Invasive Species Fun With Fish Catch-and-Release Fishing Fish Measurement Minnesota State Record Fish Fish Consumption Advisories Example Page Bowfin Family Catfish Family Cod Family Drum Family Eel Family Gar Family Goby Family Herring Family Lamprey Family Minnow Family Mooneye Family Paddlefish Family Perch Family Pike Family Salmon Family Sculpin Family Silverside Family Smelt Family Stickleback Family Sturgeon Family Sucker Family Sunfish Family Temperate Bass/Striped Bass Family Trout-Perch Family Glossary Primary References Index About the Author
£31.44
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Foraging Southern California: 118 Nutritious,
Book SynopsisYour Field Guide to Foraging for Wild Edibles: What, Where, and When to Look Foraging for food is an engaging and beneficial pastime that anyone can enjoy. It inspires connections to the land and can help to improve your health. Plus, many target plants for foragers are non-native, so the activity can support—if not improve—biological diversity and ecological well-being. Foraging Southern California introduces you to plentiful and delicious foods, from berries and fruits to roots, seeds, and even tasty aquatic options, like kelp and crayfish. Expert forager Douglas Kent shares his decades of experience in this handy guide that’s perfect for beginners and intermediates. Learn what to look for, as well as when and where to look. Key identification features, written instructions, and full-color photographs help you to comfortably and confidently know that you’re harvesting the right species. A compare section provides information on dangerous look-alikes, helping to ensure your foraging success and personal health. The “Top 10 Edibles” section provides a starting point for beginners, and species throughout the book are organized by harvestable quality, which quickly leads to the relevant information for your own foraging needs. Foraging must be done with knowledge and consideration. Foraging Southern California provides information that can benefit you and the environment. Grab the book, get outside, and enjoy nature’s bounty.Trade Review"...even if you are not much of an explorer, but take an interest in plant lore generally, you will have a difficult time putting down this book until you have perused every page. It’s a cornucopia of obscure information and unique insights regarding plants that are often familiar, that we thought we understood, but with which we are now—having read about them here—much more intimately acquainted. Moreover, gardeners will derive particular satisfaction, I think, when they learn that many of the weeds they have long regarded as irredeemable enemies turn out to be, as far as edibility is concerned, potential friends." —Joshua Siskin, MediaNews Group, Inc. (Long Beach Press Telegram, OC Register, Pasadena Star News, etc.)Table of ContentsIntroduction Protecting Yourself Poisonous Plants Top 10 Edibles Greens Berries Fruits Flowers Seeds Roots Along the Shoreline In or Around Fresh Water In and Around the Coast Pier Fishing Protecting Ecological Health Helpful Resources and Bibliography Websites Glossary Index About the Author
£35.69
Rowman & Littlefield Tattered Autumn Sky: Bird Hunting In The
Book SynopsisIn these fine essays, Tom Davis lyrically reflects on gundogs and gamebirds; on the prairies, fields, and woodlands where they meet; on the delights of upland bird hunting and the dilemmas posed by the summons of blood. Far more literary than most chronicles of the sporting experience, his work stands squarely in the tradition of outdoor writing represented by such greats as Aldo Leopold, Gordon MacQuarrie, Gene Hill, and Robert F. Jones. More than recounting the highlights of a sporting life, these twenty-five essays, spanning two decades, act as a finely etched memoir. We come to know the bird dogs that have been central to Davis's life, including the irrepressible Maggie in "Blood," an endearing yet doomed English setter pup with the distinct aroma of a chicken. We meet family and friends, observe a marriage and its dissolution, and join in the resumption of life and love. With Davis, we are swallowed up by the immense prairies of Nebraska and South Dakota; awed by the late afternoon light in the Wisconsin northwoods; and moved by the devotion of an old dog on point. Through Davis's deft pen, we, too, are bone weary at the end of a long day afield, and we, too, feel the elemental connection a hunter has to wild birds and the unspoiled places they inhabit.Trade Review"An unsparing yet loving look at what it means to be a bird hunter in North America today. Mr. Davis's book is about countrysides, birds, rural people, dogs, beauty, death: the full complexity of the hunting life."--Donald McCaig, author of Nop's Trials "You can sense the love Tom Davis entertains for his dogs and his dedication to nature on every page."--Guy de la Valdene, author of A Handful of Feathers "Tom writes brilliantly and with poignance....He has a deeper, warmer understanding of pointing dogs and upland bird hunting than any writer I've read. --Robert F. Jones, author of The Hunter in My Heart
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Singing Whales and Flying Squid: The Discovery Of
Book SynopsisTwo-thirds of this planet is covered by water inhabited by an incredible variety of living organisms, ranging in size from microbe to whale, and in abundance from scarce to uncountable. Whales and dolphins must surface to breathe, and some fishes occupy surface waters and can easily be seen from boats or shore, but most of the marine bio-profusion is hidden from human eyes, often under thousands of feet and millions of tons of water, which is usually cold, dark, and utterly inhospitable to humans. By definition, the study of marine life has been quantitatively and qualitatively different from the study of terrestrial life--it is, if you will, a different kettle of fish. What do we know today, how have we learned it, and what remains unknown and unknowable about inner space? Because there have been so few human visitors to the uninviting world of the deep sea, scientists have had to rely on trawled specimens, photographs taken by robotic cameras, or occasionally, observations from deep-diving submersibles, to get even the vaguest idea of the nature of life in the abyss. So far, even our most elaborate efforts to penetrate the blackness have produced only minimal results. It is as if someone lowered a collecting basket from a balloon high above the tropical rain forest floor, and tried to analyze the nature of life in the jungle from a couple of random hauls. The inner space of the deep offers the last frontier on the planet. Even now, we know more about the back side of the moon than we do about the bottom of the ocean, but then the surface of the moon is not hidden under miles of impenetrable water. But we do know that living in this inaccessible medium are some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. An understanding of the interrelationships between various creatures-including the one predator that has the power to distort, damage, or even eliminate populations of marine animals-is necessary if we are to survive in harmony with these populations. Although new technologies have given us tools to better census the whales, dolphins, and fishes, and to see heretofore unexpected life and geological forms deep under the sea, we are a long way from comprehending the nature and importance of marine biodiversity. Singing Whales, Flying Squid, and Swimming Cucumbers is an attempt to put the search for knowledge into perspective-to try to find out how we got here, and where, with the help of curiosity, science, and technology, we might be headed. With this as our Baedeker, we will voyage through time and space, tracing the history of the discovery of marine biology, from the moment that the first scientists--although for the most part, "science" had barely been invented--tried to figure out what sorts of creatures lived in the Mediterranean, the sea right off their shores. So join Richard Ellis on an underwater adventure like no other you've ever taken or heard of: a voyage to discover the mysteries and reveal the wonders of marine life--more unusual and more astonishing than you--or anyone else--ever imagined.Trade ReviewIn Singing Whales and Flying Squid (great title!), Richard Ellis offers the story of the past, present, and future of marine biology, from the earliest ichthyologists through the discovery of the hydrothermal vents--surely the most astonishing event in recent biology and geology--and beyond. Here we learn of the latest innovations in underwater acoustic remote sensing and the use of unmanned submersibles in identifying new and wonderful animals. Add this beautifully illustrated book to Ellis¿s already impressive catalog of studies of marine life.--Peter Benchley, author of Jaws, Beast, and Shark Trouble "Richard Ellis is one of our Great Explainers, a writer and artist whose passion for research knows no equal and without whom the sea and its inhabitants would be far less known to us. Singing Whales and Flying Squid is an eloquent account of our attempts to grasp the mysterious, frightening, but, especially, beautiful oceans that give the Blue Planet color, character, and life."--Brad Matsen,author of Descent: The Heroic Discovery of the Abyss "Cracking the ocean's 'code,' we learn in this erudite and highly readable book, is every bit as challenging as that of DNA. From the majestic swordfish to the invisible plankton, the ancient Greeks to contemporary discoverers of thermal vents, Richard Ellis takes us on a dramatic voyage deep into our undersea realm--and imparts that the more we learn about its mysteries, the greater our responsibility toward its inhabitants, many of whom have never been more threatened by the practices of human beings.--Dick Russell, author of Eye of the Whale and Striper Wars "In this captivating new book Richard Ellis takes us on a compelling journey through the World Ocean, a place at once familiar yet the least well known part of our planet. Interestingly, Ellis takes as his muse the Census of Marine Life initiative--a massive undertaking to document all of marine life. The CoML is every bit as ambitious as the human Genome Project and is proving to be much, much harder to complete. As this book so powerfully demonstrates, the World Ocean is so vast, so full of life, and yet still so poorly known."--Melanie Stiassny, Curator of Fishes, American Museum of Natural History "Here, Ellis is in full command. This richly presented, thoroughly researched, easy-to-read book will bring anyone, young or old, up to date on what¿s up with what's down below."--Carl Safina, PhD, president of the Blue Ocean Institute and author of Song for the Blue Ocean"Singing Whales and Flying Squid might be Ellis's best book so far because it has it all. From astounding tales of mad, killer swordfish to the truth about Chilean Sea Bass, Ellis engages the reader at every turn. It's a dream menu for anyone with an interest in the sea."--Ray Troll, illustrator of Planet Ocean “A forthcoming book by the noted naturalist Richard Ellis, “Singing Whales and Flying Squid” (Lyons Press, 2006), (depicts) recent discoveries of previously unknown whales, dolphins and other creatures.”Booklist “Ellis, well-know marine researcher, has written an eminently readable look…illustrated throughout with Ellis’ marvelous drawings, this book will awaken the reader to the wonders of the oceans.”--New York Times “Ellis, well-know marine researcher, has written an eminently readable look…illustrated throughout with Ellis’ marvelous drawings, this book will awaken the reader to the wonders of the oceans.”--Booklist
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Hunt for Justice: The True Story Of A Woman
Book SynopsisSelected for the 2007 Amelia Bloomer Project list of recommended feminist literature for young readers.For thirty years, Lucinda Delaney Schroeder held an unusual government position: she was one of the handful of women special agents with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Her job: to investigate crimes against wildlife. Unlike the majority of hunters who respect both their prey and the laws, evidence was piling up against an unscrupulous outfitter who was decimating populations of big game in Alaska's Brooks Range. In August 1992, she accepted an assignment that forever changed--and endangered--her life. She left her husband and seven-year-old daughter behind in Wisconsin and posed as a big-game hunter in Alaska in order to infiltrate an international ring of poachers out to kill the biggest and best of that state's wildlife.A Hunt for Justice recounts her dramatic story--a story she was not legally permitted to write about until her retirement in 2004.Risking personal safety, Schroeder joined a team of government agents to expose and arrest the poachers. Posing as "Jayne," a divorcee who was willing to break the rules in order to hunt trophy animals, the diminutive blue-eyed blonde fooled criminals so wily that their crimes could only be cracked from within. A Hunt for Justice takes readers along on Schroeder's dangerous and exciting mission. More than simply an adventure or true-crime tale, it's a story of a woman surviving in a male-dominated field, a woman against the wilderness, and a wife and mother risking it all for a cause she believes in. Whether you are a crime buff, nature lover, sports hunter, or someone who just loves a gripping-first-person tale of justice triumphing over evil, this book is for you.Trade Review"It's a true story that reads like a mystery."--Tony Hillerman, best-selling author of the Joe Leaphorn series. "A Hunt for Justice is a superb, true-life mystery that raises important issues about the protection of Alaskan wildlife and those criminals who would destroy it. An exceptional debut and a riveting page-turner destined to win Lucinda Delaney Schroeder well deserved praise." --Michael McGarrity, best-selling author of the Kevin Kerney novel series. "A suspenseful page-turner and a tale of true courage, A Hunt for Justice should be read by everyone who cares about wildlife as well as every woman who has struggled for recognition in a male-dominated culture."--Ted Kerasote, author of Bloodties: Nature, Culture, and the Hunt"...Schroeder illuminates an unusual, insular world with unflinching grit and good humor."--Publishers Weekly "…an exciting true-crime tale."--Booklist (American Library Association)"If you only read one book this year, this should be it. Packed with suspense and mystery, you'll follow a female undercover agent who places herself in a remote Alaskan hunting camp full of outlaws -- outlaws who would kill her in a heartbeat if they learned her true identity. You won't be able to put this riveting book down once you start reading it. It's hard to believe it's not fiction." --Jim Zumbo, Hunting Editor, OUTDOOR LIFE
£15.29
Gotham Books How to Take Over Teh Wurld: A LOLcat Guide 2
Book SynopsisIn I Can Has Cheezburger?, Professor Happycat brought LOLcats to the wurld. Nao he has gone back to his lair for 200 all-new LOLcats that give all aspiring kittehs the lessons they need to take over teh world (or at least their hoomins). A LOLcat is a picture of a cat with a funny, misspelled, caption. LOLcats are from the Internets and are full of win!!1!] icanhascheezburger.com was founded in January 2007 and has been at the center of the worldwide LOLcat craze ever since. The same folks run failblog.org, graphjam.com, and other sites.
£10.80
