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Natural History

Hardcover. Illuminates our inevitable obsession with weather - as both physical reality and evocative metaphor - in all of its myriad forms, focusing on the ways in which it is perceived, feared, embraced, managed, and even marketed. Series: CultureAmerica. Num Pages: 448 pages, 22 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; JFC; WNWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 739.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
1st edition,
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700616114
ISBN
9780700616114
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.05

Hardcover. Testifying to Kansas' natural abundance through color photography, this book focuses on the world of nature that awaits us just beyond our fences: waterways, woodlands, grasslands, farmlands, and high plains. Editor(s): Worster, Beverley. Num Pages: 96 pages, 77 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBNK; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 689.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700616220
ISBN
9780700616220
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.30

Paperback. A guide to the geology, natural resources, landmarks, and landscapes of Kansas along nine of the Sunflower State's major highways. Covering more than 2,600 miles, and featuring more than 100 photographs, drawings, and maps, it provides the descriptions of contemporary and historical features to be seen across Kansas. Num Pages: 256 pages, 71 photographs, 11 in colour, 13 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBNK; WNW; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 603.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
2 Rev Upd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700617005
ISBN
9780700617005
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.87

Hardcover. An immensely engaging and profusely illustrated natural history of the sperm whale by a world-renowned writer and artist of marine life. This is a supreme guide to the planet's most intelligent, elusive, and endangered species--and also goes further to explore this iconic whale's impact on our history, environment, and culture. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: WNCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 266 x 187 x 36. Weight in Grams: 998.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Univ Pr of Kansas
Edition
1st
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700617722
ISBN
9780700617722
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.37

Paperback. The greatly expanded second edition of a book hailed by In-Fisherman as "magnificent. the finest, most comprehensive book on the fishes of the central United States." Editor(s): Tomelleri, Joseph R.; Eberle, Mark E. Num Pages: 272 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: WNGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 629.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Edition
2nd Revised and Expanded ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700618163
ISBN
9780700618163
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 28.27

Hardcover. Compelling essays on Alaskan bears by a writer whose work "Publishers Weekly" calls "captivating, lyrical, and bewitching." In this beautifully written natural history, she describes black, brown, and polar bears and their behavior across a wide range of interactions with each other, their environment, and especially human society. Num Pages: 440 pages, , black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWK; HBJK; RNK; WNCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 146 x 38. Weight in Grams: 839.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700619351
ISBN
9780700619351
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.89

Paperback. This handbook pairs color photographs with descriptions of the wild flowers and flowering trees, shrubs, vines, herbs, and weeds found in North Carolina and many other eastern states, from Delaware to Georgia. Entries include information on habitat, range, size, months of bloom, and features for identification. Num Pages: 384 pages, 547 colour illustrations, 6 b/w illustrations, 6 tables, 1 chart, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBBFN; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 24. Weight in Grams: 671.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The University of North Carolina Press
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780807855973
ISBN
9780807855973
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.82

Paperback. Offering reference for bird-watchers in North Carolina and South Carolina, this work collects information on the avian species known to have occurred in the region since 1900. It is illustrated with 350 color photographs, and includes information on the nesting and feeding habits of the birds as well as major changes in taxonomy and nomenclature. Num Pages: 416 pages, 350 colour photos, 1 drawing, 1 map, glossary, bibl., index. BIC Classification: 1KBBFN; 1KBBFS; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The University of North Carolina Press
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780807856710
ISBN
9780807856710
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.84

Hardcover. Part guidebook and part exploration into literary history, this book explores how natural surroundings inspired works of literature set along the Appalachian Trail. The author examines how our modern estrangement from the natural world has affected our mental well-being. Series: Under the Sign of Nature: Explorations in Ecocriticism. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSB; JM; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Virginia Press
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813921679
ISBN
9780813921679
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.85

Hardcover. We are told from the time we are children that insects and spiders are pests, when the truth is that most have little or no effect on us - although the few that do are often essential to our existence. This title suggests we take a closer look at our slapped-at, stepped-on, and otherwise ignored cohabitants. It brings together fifty stories. Num Pages: 170 pages, 6 b&w line drawings. BIC Classification: WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of Virginia Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813926988
ISBN
9780813926988
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 25.12

Hardcover. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations, frontispiece. BIC Classification: WNGD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Virginia Press
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813934501
ISBN
9780813934501
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 22.83

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, frontispiece. BIC Classification: WNG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 151 x 14. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of Virginia Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813935751
ISBN
9780813935751
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.88

Paperback. Num Pages: 225 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBWU; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 142 x 14. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Arizona Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816521531
ISBN
9780816521531
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.55

hardcover. Turkey Run became Indiana's second state park in 1916. Within its boundaries lie some of the more rugged and stunning landscapes to be found in Indiana. A Place Called Turkey Run captures the majesty and mystique of the park in text and hundreds of full-colour images. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBND; WN; WTH; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1066.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Purdue University Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781557537560
ISBN
9781557537560
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 39.33

Paperback. Series: Public education series / University of Kansas, Museum of Natural History. Num Pages: 424 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780893380274
ISBN
9780893380274
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.49

Paperback. The coyote has become the symbol of western freedom in popular culture, and historically its range was limited to west of the Mississippi River. This title chronicles the life of the coyote from a flea-covered, one-pound fuzzball whelp into a glistening, furry jewel that moves with fluid grace across the Texas plains. Num Pages: 128 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: WNCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 612.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Edition
1st Edition.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896723535
ISBN
9780896723535
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.00

Paperback. Butterflies are found almost the year around in the relatively warm region of far West Texas. This book describes and illustrates the fifty most common butterflies to be found in the region, along with eleven additional specialties unique to the far western part of the state. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 236.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896724723
ISBN
9780896724723
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.85

Paperback. Ferns are usually thought of as plants of moist, humid regions, and at first glance the Trans-Pecos region of Texas, a rugged portion of the arid Chihuahuan Desert, does not appear to be a likely location for ferns and their relatives. This book presents a review of the true ferns and the related spikemosses and scouring rushes of the Trans-Pecos. Num Pages: 116 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 236.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896724761
ISBN
9780896724761
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.85

Paperback. Lets you explore the Big Bend Ranch State Park and the Chinati Mountains State Natural Area. This title shows the desert sanctuaries of the vast Big Bend and also lets you pay tribute to their best-kept secret, the twin canyons of the Chinati Mountains, San Antonio and Los Pelos. Num Pages: 79 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 224 x 7. Weight in Grams: 299.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896724891
ISBN
9780896724891
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.72

Paperback. Along the San Marcos River, in and surrounding Palmetto State Park in south central Texas, lie two square miles of relict ecosystem named the Ottine Wetlands. This title presents an examination of the invertebrates - insects, crustaceans, molluscs, and others - that depend directly or indirectly on the abundant moisture of the wetlands. Num Pages: 322 pages, 290 color illustrations, 3 maps, index. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; WNCK; WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 662.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Texas Tech University Press
Edition
First Paperback Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780896725508
ISBN
9780896725508
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.73

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