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Author : Harvey B. Lillywhite
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780195380378
A heavily illustrated and complete account of the functional biology of snakes, written for an audience of both scientists and a general readership.
Author : Kathryn Dennis
Publisher : Feiwel & Friends
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250770912
Full of sibilant sounds and other wordplay, Kathryn Dennis's picture book, Snakes on the Job, is a sssssweet story that's sure to be a read-aloud hit. Off to work the snakes will go. They slide into trucks and roll out slow. Hisssssssh goes the sound of the brakes. The busy snakes are back! This time, they are operating a variety of construction vehicles—bulldozers, diggers, backhoes and more—and what they are building is a surprise. It’s so fun, that new friends want to join them!
Author : David A. Steen
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781623497972
Winner, 2020 National Outdoor Book Award, Nature and the Environment Snakes inspire extreme reactions. Love or hate these limbless reptiles, almost everyone is fascinated by them. Although snakes are widespread and frequently encountered, they may be more misunderstood than any other group of animals. From giant rattlesnakes to mating dances, there are dozens of myths and misconceptions about snakes. In Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths, wildlife biologist David Steen tackles the most frequently asked questions and clears up prevailing myths. In a conversational style with a bit of humor, Steen presents the relevant biology and natural history of snakes, making the latest scientific research accessible to a general audience. When addressing myths about snakes, he explains how researchers use the scientific method to explain which parts of the myth are biologically plausible and which are not. Steen also takes a close look at conventional wisdom and common advice about snakes. For example, people are told they can distinguish coralsnakes from non-venomous mimics by remembering the rhyme, “red on black, friend of Jack, red on yellow, kill a fellow,” but this tip is only relevant to coralsnakes and two mimics living in the southeastern United States, and it does not always work with other species or in other countries. Enhanced by more than 100 stunning color photographs and three original drawings, Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths encourages readers to learn about the snakes around them and introduces them to how scientists use the scientific method and critical thinking to learn about the natural world. Number Sixty-one: W. L. Moody Jr. Natural History Series
Author : Dr. Paul Babiak,Dr. Robert D. Hare
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780061854453
Revised and updated with the latest scientific research and updated case studies, the business classic that offers a revealing look at psychopaths in the workplace—how to spot their destructive behavior and stop them from creating chaos in the modern corporate organization. Over the past decade, Snakes in Suits has become the definitive book on how to discover and defend yourself against psychopaths in the office. Now, Dr. Paul Babiak and Dr. Robert D. Hare return with a revised and updated edition of their essential guide. All of us at some point have—or will—come into contact with psychopathic individuals. The danger they present may not be readily apparent because of their ability to charm, deceive, and manipulate. Although not necessarily criminal, their self-serving nature frequently is destructive to the organizations that employ them. So how can we protect ourselves and our organizations in a business climate that offers the perfect conditions for psychopaths to thrive? In Snakes in Suits, Hare, an expert on the scientific study of psychopathy, and Babiak, an industrial and organizational psychologist and a leading authority on the corporate psychopath, examine the role of psychopaths in modern corporations and provide the tools employers can use to avoid and deal with them. Together, they have developed the B-Scan 360, a research tool designed specifically for business professionals. Dr. Babiak and Dr. Hare reveal the secret lives of psychopaths, explain the ways in which they manipulate and deceive, and help you to see through their games. The rapid pace of today’s corporate environment provides the perfect breeding ground for these "snakes in suits" and this newly revised and updated classic gives you the insight, information, and power to protect yourself and your company before it’s too late.
Author : Harvey B. Lillywhite
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780199701575
Anyone can look at a snake and see a creature unique unto itself, a reptile with a set of zoological and biological traits that are entirely its own. Just looking at this distinct animal raises many scientific questions. With regard to evolution, how did such an animal come to be? How does a snake move, and how do its sense organs differ from that of other reptiles? How does it eat, and how does it reproduce? Essentially, how does a snake "work"? In How Snakes Work: The Structure, Function and Behavior of the World's Snakes, leading zoologist Harvey B. Lillywhite has written the definitive scientific guide to the functional biology of snakes. Written for both herpetologists and a more general audience with an interest in the field, How Snakes Work features nearly two hundred color images of various species of snakes, used to provide visual examples of biological features explained in the text. Chapter topics include the evolutionary history of the snake, feeding, locomotion, the structure and function of skin, circulation and respiration, sense organs, sound production, temperature and thermoregulation, and reproduction. Containing all the latest research and advances in our biological knowledge of the snake, How Snakes Work is an indispensable asset to professional zoologists and enthusiasts alike.
Author : Geoff Coombe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0648924505
An Information and Training Manual for individuals in Australia and New Zealand who:?Educate others about snakes when they are perceived to be, or are, a hazard or danger to humans, pets or livestock; or?Locate, catch and remove (or translocate) snakes from private or public property, commercial locations, government reserves, mining company sites or other places; or?Conduct field work or studies, or have occasional contact with snakesrequiring interaction with them.
Author : Roland Bauchot
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Serpents
ISBN : 9781402731815
"Through the combined work of 13 different experts in the field, you'll gain invaluable and unique insight into the life style, behavioral characteristics, and physical appearance of many different species [of snakes]."--Page 2 of cover.
Author : Barbara Taylor,Mark O'Shea
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Reptiles
ISBN : 1844774465
Discover the amazing world of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and turtles, with over 700 photographs and illustrations.
Author : John Woodward
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780241665220
Discover the amazing world of reptiles in this book all about snakes for kids. Embark on a fun, fact-filled dive into the world of snakes with Everything You Need to Know About Snakes. Children will love to learn all the basics of reptile anatomy in this beautiful and informative book on our serpent friends. Packed with vibrant pictures and lots of fascinating facts, kids can enjoy learning all about a snake’s habitat and behaviour. See how they survive in forests, deserts, and oceans, and how these clever creatures have adapted to live in seemingly inhospitable habitats. Alongside, in between, and on top of all that, this riveting snake book also provides ideas for things to make, games to play, quizzes, and amazing facts to share with friends! Inside the pages of this reptile book for children, you’ll find: - Facts on habitat and anatomy, as well as oddities such as why snakes have scales and why chameleons change colour. - Close-ups, quizzes, and games with an exciting take on the amazing world of our cold-blooded friends. - A look at these creatures from all angles – information on habitat and breeding habits, as well as information on pythons, Komodo dragons, sea turtles, and many more. Children aged 7+ can learn all about snakes from the very first page of this book, which combines little-known information with engaging text and an exciting design. Each page contains everything kids need to know, and everything they WANT to find out about snakes! Complete the series This delightful snake book is part of the Everything You Need to Know series of educational books for children and also includes Everything You Need to Know About Frogs and Everything You Need to Know About Dinosaurs!
Author : Trudi Strain Trueit
Publisher : Children's Press(CT)
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : PSU:000058694176
Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.
Author : Chad Arment
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1930585446
Boss Snakes: Stories and Sightings of Giant Snakes in North America offers a comprehensive collection of tales involving an often overlooked folkloric creature. While recognizing that hoaxes and misidentifications exist, there are stories that might just point to larger-than-expected serpents. Includes a brief guide to our larger native species (and new invasive species) and a state-by-state listing of hundreds of historical and contemporary stories.
Author : Daniel Everett
Publisher : Profile Books
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07-09
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781847651228
Although Daniel Everett was a missionary, far from converting the Pirahs, they converted him. He shows the slow, meticulous steps by which he gradually mastered their language and his gradual realisation that its unusual nature closely reflected its speakers' startlingly original perceptions of the world. Everett describes how he began to realise that his discoveries about the Pirah language opened up a new way of understanding how language works in our minds and in our lives, and that this way was utterly at odds with Noam Chomsky's universally accepted linguistic theories. The perils of passionate academic opposition were then swiftly conjoined to those of the Amazon in a debate whose outcome has yet to be won. Everett's views are most recently discussed in Tom Wolfe's bestselling The Kingdom of Speech. Adventure, personal enlightenment and the makings of a scientific revolution proceed together in this vivid, funny and moving book.
Author : Nic Bishop
Publisher : Nic Bishop
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0545206383
Introduces snakes and provides information on their physical characteristics, how they hunt, and why some snakes are poisonous.
Author : Suzanne Collins
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 747 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781338635188
Ambition will fuel him. Competition will drive him. But power has its price. It is the morning of the reaping that will kick off the tenth annual Hunger Games. In the Capitol, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is preparing for his one shot at glory as a mentor in the Games. The once-mighty house of Snow has fallen on hard times, its fate hanging on the slender chance that Coriolanus will be able to outcharm, outwit, and outmaneuver his fellow students to mentor the winning tribute. The odds are against him. He's been given the humiliating assignment of mentoring the female tribute from District 12, the lowest of the low. Their fates are now completely intertwined - every choice Coriolanus makes could lead to favor or failure, triumph or ruin. Inside the arena, it will be a fight to the death. Outside the arena, Coriolanus starts to feel for his doomed tribute . . . and must weigh his need to follow the rules against his desire to survive no matter what it takes.
Author : David Kilcullen
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020-02-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780190265700
Just a few years ago, people spoke of the US as a hyperpower-a titan stalking the world stage with more relative power than any empire in history. Yet as early as 1993, newly-appointed CIA director James Woolsey pointed out that although Western powers had "slain a large dragon" by defeating the Soviet Union in the Cold War, they now faced a "bewildering variety of poisonous snakes." In The Dragons and the Snakes, the eminent soldier-scholar David Kilcullen asks how, and what, opponents of the West have learned during the last quarter-century of conflict. Applying a combination of evolutionary theory and detailed field observation, he explains what happened to the "snakes"-non-state threats including terrorists and guerrillas-and the "dragons"-state-based competitors such as Russia and China. He explores how enemies learn under conditions of conflict, and examines how Western dominance over a very particular, narrowly-defined form of warfare since the Cold War has created a fitness landscape that forces adversaries to adapt in ways that present serious new challenges to America and its allies. Within the world's contemporary conflict zones, Kilcullen argues, state and non-state threats have increasingly come to resemble each other, with states adopting non-state techniques and non-state actors now able to access levels of precision and lethal weapon systems once only available to governments. A counterintuitive look at this new, vastly more complex environment, The Dragons and the Snakes will not only reshape our understanding of the West's enemies' capabilities, but will also show how we can respond given the increasing limits on US power.