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Natural History
Hardcover. Horseshoe crabs are far from the only contemporary manifestation of Earth's distant past. This book leads readers on a journey through those lingering traces of a lost world. It begins by defining the concept of a relic - a creature or habitat that, while acted upon by evolution, remains similar to its earliest manifestations in the fossil record. Num Pages: 384 pages, 414 colour plates. BIC Classification: AJC; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 245 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1474. Travels in Nature's Time Machine. 384 pages, 414 colour plates. Horseshoe crabs are far from the only contemporary manifestation of Earth's distant past. This book leads readers on a journey through those lingering traces of a lost world. It begins by defining the concept of a relic - a creature or habitat that, while acted upon by evolution, remains similar to its earliest manifestations in the fossil record. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: AJC; WNC. Dimension: 238 x 245 x 29. Weight: 1474.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226568706
- ISBN
- 9780226568706
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Condition: New
€ 49.99€ 35.80
€ 49.99
€ 35.80
Hardcover. The first Europeans to set foot on North America stood in awe of the natural abundance before them. Drawing on historical narrative and scientific inquiry, this title brings this spectacular environment back to life. Num Pages: 536 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JB; RN; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 60 x 90 x 41. Weight in Grams: 862.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226583402
- ISBN
- 9780226583402
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 28.55
€ 36.99
€ 28.55
Paperback. The first Europeans to set foot on North America stood in awe of the natural abundance before them. Drawing on historical narrative and scientific inquiry, this title brings this spectacular environment back to life. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; 3JB; RN; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 231 x 32. Weight in Grams: 716.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226583419
- ISBN
- 9780226583419
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Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 20.39
€ 24.99
€ 20.39
Paperback. Robert Pack searches for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe. He locates beauty, consolation, and even happiness in those commitments that we will into fulfillment in awareness of loss. Num Pages: 136 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 143 x 10. Weight in Grams: 182.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226644141
- ISBN
- 9780226644141
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.92
€ 31.99
€ 24.92
Paperback. This is a practical guide to the Arctic's natural history - sky, atmosphere, terrain, ice, the sea, plants, birds, mammals, fish and insects - for those who will experience the Arctic firsthand and also for armchair travellers. Num Pages: 344 pages, 413 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1MTN; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 546.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226668147
- ISBN
- 9780226668147
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Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.17
€ 18.99
€ 18.17
Paperback. This work traces the scientific, administrative, and political strategies that enabled the foundation of the Museum d'Histoire Naturelle. It argues that agriculture and animal breeding rank alongside classification and collections in explaining why natural history was important for French rulers. Num Pages: 304 pages, 15 halftones, 3 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLH; HBLL; HBTB; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 229 x 20. Weight in Grams: 464.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226768632
- ISBN
- 9780226768632
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Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 35.79
€ 46.99
€ 35.79
paperback. "Tiger Moon" is the powerful, poetic story of the Sunquists' two years studying tigers in Nepal. A new afterword tells the story of promising efforts to reconnect fractured Nepalese tiger habitats. Num Pages: 187 pages, 71 halftones. BIC Classification: 1FKN; RNKH; WNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 145 x 14. Weight in Grams: 268.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 187
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226779973
- ISBN
- 9780226779973
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.94
€ 31.99
€ 24.94
Hardcover. Explorer, scientist, writer, and humanist, Alexander von Humboldt was the most famous intellectual of the age that began with Napoleon and ended with Darwin. This title traces Humboldt's ideas for "Cosmos" to his 1799 journey to the Americas, where he first experienced the diversity of nature and of the world's people. Num Pages: 424 pages, 22 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGT; PDX; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 60 x 90 x 28. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226871820
- ISBN
- 9780226871820
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Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 33.08
€ 42.99
€ 33.08
Paperback. Helps us to recognize (and look after) the natural world we traipse through in our daily lives. This book uses the familiar - such as summer Sundays humming with lawn mowers, gray squirrels foraging in planters, and flocks of pigeons - in order to introduce basic ecological concepts. Editor(s): Beisner, Beatrix; Messier, Christian; Giraldeau, Luc-Alain. Num Pages: 184 pages, 1 halftone, 78 line drawings. BIC Classification: PSAF; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 158 x 10. Weight in Grams: 198. A Guide to Urban Ecology. 184 pages, 1 halftone, 78 line drawings. Editor(s): Beisner, Beatrix; Messier, Christian; Giraldeau, Luc-Alain. Helps us to recognize (and look after) the natural world we traipse through in our daily lives. This book uses the familiar - such as summer Sundays humming with lawn mowers, gray squirrels foraging in planters, and flocks of pigeons - in order to introduce basic ecological concepts. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSAF; WNC. Dimension: 215 x 158 x 10. Weight: 198.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226922751
- ISBN
- 9780226922751
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Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 19.53
€ 23.99
€ 19.53
Hardback. Across the centuries, orchids have captivated us with their elaborate exoticism, their perfumes, and their sublime seductiveness. But the disquieting beauty of orchids is an unplanned marvel of evolution. This book features over 150 color photographs that capture the diversity and magnificence of orchids in their natural habitats. Num Pages: 176 pages, 165 colour plates. BIC Classification: WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 256 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1254.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226982977
- ISBN
- 9780226982977
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 35.79
€ 46.99
€ 35.79
Paperback. Why, for many centuries, was the wheel abandoned in the Middle East in favor of the camel as a means of transport? This richly illustrated study explains this anomaly. Drawing on archaeology, art, technology, anthropology, linguistics, and camel husbandry, Bulliet explores the implications for the region's economic and social development during the Middle Ages and into modern times. Num Pages: 327 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JH; TVH; WNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 142 x 23. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 327
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231072359
- ISBN
- 9780231072359
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Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 28.10
€ 38.99
€ 28.10
Hardback. What is life? Where did it come from? How can understanding the origins of life on Earth help us understand the origins of the universe, and vice versa? This book addresses the beginning of things - of the universe, matter, stars, and planetary systems, and finally, of life itself. Num Pages: 248 pages, 53 illus. BIC Classification: PGK; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231126540
- ISBN
- 9780231126540
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.03€ 97.06
€ 130.03
€ 97.06
Hardback. Daniel Hillel follows events in the Hebrew Bible to reveal the complex interplay between the ancient Israelites and their natural and cultural environments. More than just affecting their material existence, the diverse environmental character of the ancient Near East profoundly shaped the evolution of Jewish culture and beliefs and, ultimately, of Western civilization as a whole. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: HRCG; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 157 x 25. Weight in Grams: 726.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231133623
- ISBN
- 9780231133623
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.87€ 79.89
€ 105.87
€ 79.89
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252071690
- ISBN
- 9780252071690
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 26.45
€ 29.99
€ 26.45
Paperback. Detailed descriptions--with names in English, Spanish, and Latin--of all of Mexico's regular species of birds, culled from the more than 1,000 species that occur there and elsewhere in the region, are provided in this comprehensive field guide. 48 color photos. 3 line drawings. 2 maps. Illustrator(s): Butler, Edward Murrell. Series: Corrie Herring Hooks Series. Num Pages: 292 pages, 48 color plates, 3 b&w plates, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KLCB; 1KLCM; WNCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 150 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press United States
- Edition
- 3 Sub
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780292720916
- ISBN
- 9780292720916
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Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 26.35
€ 29.99
€ 26.35
Hardback. A thoughtful citizen scientist contemplates our changing natural world and the value of stewardship Illustrator(s): Kaspari, Debby Cotter. Num Pages: 224 pages, 11 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: GPS; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 420.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300178791
- ISBN
- 9780300178791
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 18.89
€ 24.99
€ 18.89
Paperback. The coauthor of the award-winning In the Company of Crows and Ravens and his wife, an animal-behavior expert, offer an engaging account of their days as young field biologists in Maine Illustrator(s): Zerbetz, Evon. Num Pages: 323 pages, 56 b&w linocut illustrations plus ornaments. BIC Classification: 1KBBEN; BM; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 169 x 22. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 323
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300192476
- ISBN
- 9780300192476
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Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.49
€ 20.99
€ 16.49
Hardback. An eminent ecologist shows how an iconic New England island has been shaped by nature and human history, and how its beloved landscape can be protected Illustrator(s): Hall, Brian R. Num Pages: 352 pages, 314 color illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; HBJK; RNK; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 260 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1543.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300214178
- ISBN
- 9780300214178
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 30.18
€ 42.99
€ 30.18
Paperback. BIC Classification: WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 138 x 204 x 18. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393305944
- ISBN
- 9780393305944
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 18.88
€ 20.99
€ 18.88
Hardcover. A colorful journey through the natural history of coral reefs and of humanity's relationship to them. The most complex of all marine ecosystems, the coral reef is home to a spectacular yet unknown number of species of fishes, shrimps, worms, snails, crabs, sea cucumbers, sea stars, urchins, anemones, sea squirts, and sea plants. Num Pages: 288 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PSPM; PSTS; WNCS1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 236 x 23. Weight in Grams: 624.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471177272
- ISBN
- 9780471177272
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 29.43
€ 37.99
€ 29.43
Hardcover. Air Pollution and Community Health A Critical Review and Data Sourcebook Frederick W. Lipfert Air pollution has affected community health since the advent of the industrial age and arguably since the discovery of fire. Num Pages: 576 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RNP; TQ; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 261 x 186 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1144.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 576
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471285601
- ISBN
- 9780471285601
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.55
€ 202.55
Hardcover. The Starflight Handbook A Pioneer's Guide to Interstellar Travel "The Starflight Handbook is an indispensable compendium of the many and varied methods for traversing the vast interstellar gulf--don't leave the Solar System without it!" --Robert Forward "Very sensible, very complete and useful. Series: Wiley Science Editions. Num Pages: 288 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TRP; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 191 x 16. Weight in Grams: 538.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471619123
- ISBN
- 9780471619123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.25
€ 40.99
€ 31.25
Paperback. The most complete text and reference on contemporary beef cattle production available. New edition merges current production technology with management and flexible marketing. Text organization reflects the industry: cow--calf (including purebred herds), stocker or growing phase, and the feedlot or finishing phase. Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations, map, plans, index. BIC Classification: RB; TVH; WNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 188 x 19. Weight in Grams: 606.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1986
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 8th Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471825357
- ISBN
- 9780471825357
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 273.82€ 249.74
€ 273.82
€ 249.74
Hardcover. An up-to-date compilation written by authorities in particular aspects of ichnology. Considers the biological evidence that can be derived from trace fossils including both marine and terrestrial paleoenvironments. Features ancient and modern examples running the gamut from late Precambrian through fish coprolites to dinosaur eggs. Editor(s): Donovan, Stephen K. Num Pages: 316 pages, illustrations, figures, tables. BIC Classification: RBX; WNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 632.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471948438
- ISBN
- 9780471948438
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 310.12
€ 310.12