Description
Book SynopsisThe Great Alaska Nature Factbook describes the diversity of plants and animals in Alaska. Illustrated with line drawings, the text has entries for the 105 species of mammals, nearly 300 birds, and 1,500 species of plants. The author also provides an overview of the six regions and the natural features such as the Bering Land Bridge, mineral deposits, and hot springs. It is a field guide or 'minature encyclopedia' of facts and trivia about Alaska. Index and Further readings are also included.
Trade ReviewThe Great Alaska Nature Factbook
"Nature writer Ewing delights in the unusual and brings a mischievous sense of humor to transform an overwhelming amount of information into engaging and reader-friendly entries sure to delight anyone with a curiosity about the natural world."
--Alaska Magazine (Editor's Choice)
Table of Contents Acknowledgements Pg 5
Alaska – No Small Wonder Pg 7
Alaska’s Geographic Regions Pg 9
Animals A to Z Pg 17
Plants A to Z Pg 115
Natural Features A to Z Pg 159
Further Reading Pg 217
Index Pg 218
