Natural History
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Natural History
paperback. Dirt, soil, call it what you want - it's everywhere we go. It is the root of our existence, supporting our feet, our farms, and our cities. Offering a natural and cultural history of soil that sweeps from ancient civilizations to modern times, this book explores the idea that we are - and have long been - using up Earth's soil. Num Pages: 296 pages, 10 b/w photographs, 13 line illustrations, 5 maps. BIC Classification: WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 17. Weight in Grams: 500. MAPS
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780520272903
- ISBN
- 9780520272903
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.04
€ 24.99
€ 17.04
Paperback. The Wondrous Universe examines what is known about our world for the non-expert. It takes readers on a journey through cosmology and the quantum world of elementary particles, sketching the impact of the insights gained into philosophical assumptions and religious beliefs. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 184 pages, 24 black & white illustrations, 13 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HRAB; PDA; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 235 x 12. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642201035
- ISBN
- 9783642201035
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 29.63
€ 34.99
€ 29.63
Paperback. The natural world is filled with diverse - not to mention quirky and odd - animal behaviors. This title examines the bizarre conduct of animals as they mate, parent, feed, defend themselves, and communicate. It points out that diverse and unrelated animals often share seemingly bizarre behaviors. Illustrator(s): Crump, Alan. Num Pages: 216 pages, 108 line drawings, 1 table. BIC Classification: PSVP; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226122021
- ISBN
- 9780226122021
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 15.90
€ 17.99
€ 15.90
Paperback. Whether you're in the ocean, up a mountain or in a forest, somewhere close by, unknown to you, a predator may be lurking, watching your every move. This book helps you encounter the formidable predators in the natural world, sharing the final moments of those unlucky enough to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Num Pages: 640 pages. BIC Classification: WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 131 x 41. Weight in Grams: 460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472118691
- ISBN
- 9781472118691
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 9.94
€ 11.99
€ 9.94
Paperback. This remarkable book gives a comprehensive account of the longest manned space mission of the time. It details the people involved and the crews assigned to operate Salyut. The book ends by looking forward to a continuation of the mission of Salyut. Series: Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration. Num Pages: 454 pages, 103 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PDX; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 244 x 28. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2008th Edition
- Number of pages
- 454
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387735856
- ISBN
- 9780387735856
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 22.31
€ 46.99
€ 22.31
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
The Making of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park: A Devil, Two Riv...
Moyer, Teresa S., Shackel, Paul A.
Paperback. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is most widely known for the attempted slave revolt led by John Brown in 1859, the nucleus for the interpretation of the national park. This work tells the behind-the-scenes story of how this event was chosen and preserved for commemoration. Series: American Association for State & Local History. Num Pages: 264 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFM; 1KBBFV; 1KBBFW; WN; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780759110663
- ISBN
- 9780759110663
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 27.39
€ 51.99
€ 27.39
Paperback. Grasses and grasslands are of increasing interest to conservationists, biologists, and gardeners. Organized alphabetically, this book covers common native and naturalized grasses and, to help identify them, also features over 180 color illustrations. Illustrator(s): Simpson, Kathy. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 448 pages, 195 color illustrations, 11 line illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PST; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 137 x 23. Weight in Grams: 622.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520275683
- ISBN
- 9780520275683
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 22.27
€ 29.99
€ 22.27
Paperback. Anyone who owns a gecko, has seen them in the wild, or has wondered about them will appreciate this gem of a book. Series: The Animal Answer Guides: Q&A for the Curious Naturalist. Num Pages: 192 pages, 129, 94 black & white illustrations, 35 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW5; WNCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 176 x 13. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421408538
- ISBN
- 9781421408538
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 28.30
€ 32.99
€ 28.30
Paperback. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Wilfrid Laurier University Press Canada
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780889202566
- ISBN
- 9780889202566
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 34.99
€ 44.99
€ 34.99
Paperback. Enables you to identify the caterpillars of nearly 700 butterflies and moths found east of the Mississippi. This book provides information on the distribution, biology, and taxonomy of caterpillars beyond. It covers caterpillar structure, life cycles, rearing, natural enemies, photography, and conservation. Series: Princeton Field Guides. Num Pages: 512 pages, 1,200+ color photos. 24 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KB; PSVT7; WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 36. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691121444
- ISBN
- 9780691121444
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 26.52
€ 35.99
€ 26.52
Paperback. This revised and updated edition covers the natural rearing of dogs and cats from birth to old age. The book discusses herbal medicine and disease prevention. The author has also written "The Complete Herbal Handbook For Farm and Stable". Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: WNGC; WNGD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 25. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780571161157
- ISBN
- 9780571161157
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 13.29
€ 19.99
€ 13.29
Paperback. Nature lovers, hunters, and anyone curious about deer will find this fact-filled book both fascinating and full of surprises. Series: The Animal Answer Guides: Q&A for the Curious Naturalist. Num Pages: 200 pages, 109, 32 colour illustrations, 77 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW7; WNCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 178 x 15. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421403885
- ISBN
- 9781421403885
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.56
€ 55.56
Paperback. Life lessons from man's best friend. Num Pages: 176 pages, 15 black and white integrated. BIC Classification: WNGD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 12. Weight in Grams: 124.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780340951378
- ISBN
- 9780340951378
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.18
€ 10.99
€ 9.18
Hardcover. Num Pages: 520 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WNCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 38. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780226040646
- ISBN
- 9780226040646
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 27.19
€ 33.99
€ 27.19
Hardcover. Clothbound hardback book in good condition; may have some light shelfwear and/or sunning or foxing. Dustjacket in good condition, may have some light sunning, or minor nicks.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
- Condition
- Used, Good
- SKU
- KRF2232142
- ISBN
- 9780002179423
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. "An insightful and inspiring collection from some of the foremost thinkers on climate change." Mark Lynas Editor(s): Cromwell, David; Levene, Mark. Num Pages: 304 pages, 9 figures. BIC Classification: RNPG; WNWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Pluto Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745325675
- ISBN
- 9780745325675
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 22.11
€ 32.99
€ 22.11
Hardback. Num Pages: 36 pages, Full-colour throughout. BIC Classification: AJB; WNGD. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 231 x 254 x 11. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Top Dog: And Other Doggone Delightful Expressions
- Edition
- 01st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781452151342
- ISBN
- 9781452151342
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 10.10
€ 16.99
€ 10.10
Paperback. Compilation of folklore, legends, and history describes animals' relations with people, being hunted for food, fur, sport, or as vermin, and their position today. An imaginative final section looks at twelve animals and how we can visualise ourselves as having their special qualities and enrich our lives and deal with situations differently. Num Pages: 380 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; JFHF; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 131 x 21. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Gill
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781848892507
- ISBN
- 9781848892507
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 11.82
€ 16.99
€ 11.82
Hardcover. A vividly illustrated guide to more than 60 freshwater fish from the ponds, lakes, rivers, and streams of New England and New York Illustrator(s): Patterson, Matt. Num Pages: 144 pages, 62 colour illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; WNGF; WSXF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 254 x 18. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of New England United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781584658191
- ISBN
- 9781584658191
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 20.44
€ 24.99
€ 20.44
Paperback. A basic understanding of the care required for some of the most exotic pet species including snakes, turtles, iguanas, ferrets, birds, gerbils, and rabbits. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: WNG; WZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 10. Weight in Grams: 217.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Republic of Texas Press,U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781556223815
- ISBN
- 9781556223815
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 9.12
€ 9.99
€ 9.12
Hardcover. Presents a collection of photographs that aim to provide a global focus on the ocean and the humans who depend on it for survival. This book includes nearly 200 images of the five oceans around the world, seen close to the surface or from the air. It features images that illustrate the beauty, fury and sheer ecological importance of the ocean. Num Pages: 416 pages, 183 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AGN; AJC; WNCS1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 372 x 296 x 36. Weight in Grams: 4278. Very good copy still in plastic covering
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Thames and Hudson Ltd
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- SKU
- KCW0016867
- ISBN
- 9780500543245
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 30.00
€ 30.00
paperback. A celebration of Nigel and all the dogs Monty Don has had and how dogs enrich our lives by the BBC Gardeners' World presenter. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2x 8pp colour. BIC Classification: BM; WM; WNGD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 196 x 43. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Hodder
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781473641716
- ISBN
- 9781473641716
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 6.49
€ 14.99
€ 6.49
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Skyhorse Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781629144061
- ISBN
- 9781629144061
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99
€ 13.99