This pioneering study introduces readers to key themes from animal studies, as a frame within which it examines the representation of animals and animality in the work of a range of authors.
Reptiles of Ecuador takes readers on a scientific and immersive journey through one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth, exploring the remarkable reptiles that inhabit its Pacific coast, Andes, Amazon Basin, and Galápagos Islands.
Escarabajos longicornios de la montana cafetera, aborda una de las familias mas fascinantes y diversas del orden Coleoptera, los Cerambycidae, con cerca de 40 000 especies descritas en el mundo.
An illustrated, kid-friendly guide to the magic of natureEmbark on an unforgettable journey with Nature for Kids as celebrated outdoor illustrator and author Todd Telander unveils a curated collection of 101 captivating plants, animals, and insects found across North America.
In lively, accessible prose, John Himmelman explains the intricacy of moths life cycle, their importance in nature, and how just a tiny handful of the many moth species are truly pests to humans.
An illustrated, kid-friendly guide to the magic of natureEmbark on an unforgettable journey with Nature for Kids as celebrated outdoor illustrator and author Todd Telander unveils a curated collection of 101 captivating plants, animals, and insects found across North America.
WINNER OF THE 2023 HIGHLAND BOOK PRIZEA WATERSTONES NATURE AND TRAVEL BEST BOOK OF 2023LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT NATURE WRITING PRIZE 2023'Modern, revealing and restorative, a coastal treasure' Amy Liptrot'Like its talismanic title, Huband's voice is distinct and singular.
In lively, accessible prose, John Himmelman explains the intricacy of moths life cycle, their importance in nature, and how just a tiny handful of the many moth species are truly pests to humans.
The OrvisUltimate Book of Fly Fishing is a grand tour of the world of fly-fishing strategies and techniques, from Orviss world-famous team of experts and advisors.
This pioneering study introduces readers to key themes from animal studies, as a frame within which it examines the representation of animals and animality in the work of a range of authors.
The OrvisUltimate Book of Fly Fishing is a grand tour of the world of fly-fishing strategies and techniques, from Orviss world-famous team of experts and advisors.
This book is an entertaining, informative and enchanting introduction to its subject - just as those medieval banes of the farmyard, the Fox and the Vixen, were enchanting in escapades from fables and funny tales, from beastly epic poems and bestiaries, and from medieval material culture (in Danish wall-paintings and Dutch manuscript illustrations and statues, stained-glass and Italian mosaics).
This book is an entertaining, informative and enchanting introduction to its subject - just as those medieval banes of the farmyard, the Fox and the Vixen, were enchanting in escapades from fables and funny tales, from beastly epic poems and bestiaries, and from medieval material culture (in Danish wall-paintings and Dutch manuscript illustrations and statues, stained-glass and Italian mosaics).
Changes in farmland management throughout the twentieth century, including agricultural intensification and increasing mechanisation, have resulted in the loss of habitat for many species.
This illustrated guide to Florida's birds includes full-color illustrations and detailed descriptions of each species, and covers such topics as exotic and endangered species; bird conservation and study; finding, attracting, and feeding birds, bird problems, and the care of sick and injured birds.
This illustrated guide to Florida's birds includes full-color illustrations and detailed descriptions of each species, and covers such topics as exotic and endangered species; bird conservation and study; finding, attracting, and feeding birds, bird problems, and the care of sick and injured birds.
Imagine yourself on a Bill Bryson adventure through the treetops, as you learn about cultural and biological evolution, migration, and more, from the world's leading authorities.
A beautifully illustrated celebration of one of Britain s most beloved birds: the charming, comical yet mysterious puffin the perfect gift for nature lovers.
A complete guide to where trout live and feed in a stream, graced with dozens of helpful schematic drawings and more than seventy-five revealing photographs.
A complete guide to where trout live and feed in a stream, graced with dozens of helpful schematic drawings and more than seventy-five revealing photographs.
The bears of the worldfrom the polar bears of the Arctic to the Andean bears of South Americaare among the most studied and loved of all wild creatures.
The bears of the worldfrom the polar bears of the Arctic to the Andean bears of South Americaare among the most studied and loved of all wild creatures.
Based on more than twenty years of research in the field and in museum collections, Reptiles of North Carolina is the definitive work on the 71 reptile species found in the state.
Based on more than twenty years of research in the field and in museum collections, Reptiles of North Carolina is the definitive work on the 71 reptile species found in the state.
The minds and manners of wild animals: A book of personal observations presents an exploration of how creatures in the wild think, learn, and interact with their surroundings.
SINCE the publication of my larger book, "e;The Horse Fair,"e; many letters have been received from teachers and their scholars telling of the pleasure derived from the reading of it, and incidentally suggesting that much of its contents is directly in line with the courses of literary instruction pursued in our elementary schools.
Lichens are fascinating and beautiful organisms able to colonise a vast range of habitats, including seemingly impossible places such as bare icy mountain tops and sun-scorched coastal rocks.