The Student S Natural History

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780744055870

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Natural History by DK Pdf

A monumental and beautiful guide to Earth's wildlife and natural history--its rocks, minerals, animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms--this landmark of reference publishing has been extended and updated. In the 11 years since this book was released, thousands of new species have been identified, and new revelations have redrawn the tree of life. Already featuring galleries of more than 5,000 species, The Natural History Book now includes discoveries such as the olinguito (the "kitty bear" of the Andean cloud forest) and the painted mannakin of Peru. It takes advantage of the first living observations of the giant squid and the deep-sea anglerfish. And it has reorganized the groups of living things to reflect the latest scientific understanding. All this ensures that this, the only ebook to offer a complete visual survey of all kingdoms of life, remains the benchmark of illustrated natural history references. Written by a worldwide team of natural history experts, The Natural History Book is the perfect addition to every family bookshelf, as well as an ideal gift for any nature lover. From granites to grapevines, from microbes to mammals, The Natural History Book is the ultimate celebration of the diversity of the natural world.

Author : Dave Currie,Joseph M. Wunderle, Jr.,Ethan Freid,David N. Ewert,D. Jean Lodge
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501738029

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The Natural History of The Bahamas by Dave Currie,Joseph M. Wunderle, Jr.,Ethan Freid,David N. Ewert,D. Jean Lodge Pdf

Take this book with you on your next trip to the Bahamas or the Turks and Caicos Islands or keep it close to hand in your travel library. The Natural History of the Bahamas offers the most comprehensive coverage of the terrestrial and coastal flora and fauna on the islands of the Bahamas archipelago, as well as of the region's natural history and ecology. Readers will gain an appreciation for the importance of conserving the diverse lifeforms on these special Caribbean islands. A detailed introduction to the history, geology, and climate of the islands. Beautifully illustrated, with more than seven hundred color photographs showcasing the diverse plants, fungi, and animals found on the Bahamian Archipelago.

Author : Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780816532629

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A Natural History of the Mojave Desert by Lawrence R. Walker,Frederick H. Landau Pdf

Invites readers to explore the smallest and most unique southwestern desert, the beautiful Mojave--Provided by publisher.

Author : Sarah Morrish
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-23
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781785009235

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Natural History Illustration in Pen and Ink by Sarah Morrish Pdf

This beautiful book combines the author's extensive ecological knowledge with art, and her passion for drawing with ink. It is packed with clear instruction and inspirational illustrations, and will be treasured by artists, illustrators, scientists and ecologists alike. Practical advice is given on using a range of materials and equipment for illustrating in pen and ink, as well as the collection and preservation of subject matter and reference material. Detailed instruction is given on how to create essential mark-making techniques that will enhance your illustrations through accurate depiction of shape, form, texture and pattern, and in the principles and elements of design. Subject-themed chapters include plants, strandline and marine specimens, fossils, invertebrates, and mammals. There are step-by-step exercises suitable for all skill levels, and case studies describing working practice as a professional illustrator.

Author : Helen Anne Curry,Nicholas Jardine,James Andrew Secord,Emma C. Spary
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 683 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781316510315

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Worlds of Natural History by Helen Anne Curry,Nicholas Jardine,James Andrew Secord,Emma C. Spary Pdf

Explores the development of natural history since the Renaissance and contextualizes current discussions of biodiversity.

Author : Collin Varner
Publisher : Heritage House Publishing Co
Page : 1029 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781772033571

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The Flora and Fauna of Coastal British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest by Collin Varner Pdf

A newly updated, expanded edition of the spectacular bestselling field guide to the plants and animals of the North America's Northwest Coast. “A must have for any naturalist in the region.”—Douglas Justice, Associate Director, Horticulture & Collections, UBC Botanical Garden With its temperate climate and rich biodiversity, the coastal Pacific Northwest is an ideal environment for nature lovers of all sorts. Stretching from Juneau, Alaska, south to coastal British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and all the way down to California's San Francisco Bay, this vast region is home to an incredibly rich variety of flora and fauna. Packed with over 1,500 photographs and essential information about more than 900 commonly found plant and animal species across the region, this second edition of The Flora and Fauna of Coastal British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest is a colourful, concise, easy-to-follow resource guide. Accessible for anyone with an interest in nature—from amateur arborists to avid gardeners, from weekend hikers to experienced beachcombers—this book provides an essential overview of the region's trees, shrubs, bushes, flowering plants, berries, ferns, fungi, marine plants, marine and land mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and insects. With expanded flora and fauna sections; revised species organization; and new information about at-risk species, toxicity, edibility, and traditional uses, this book is an essential guide to the abundance of nature in this beautiful part of the world.

Author : Jaume Navarro
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139576710

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A History of the Electron by Jaume Navarro Pdf

Two landmarks in the history of physics are the discovery of the particulate nature of cathode rays (the electron) by J. J. Thomson in 1897 and the experimental demonstration by his son G. P. Thomson in 1927 that the electron exhibits the properties of a wave. Together, the Thomsons are two of the most significant figures in modern physics, both winning Nobel prizes for their work. This book presents the intellectual biographies of the father-and-son physicists, shedding new light on their combined understanding of the nature of electrons and, by extension, of the continuous nature of matter. It is the first text to explore J. J. Thomson's early and later work, as well as the role he played in G. P. Thomson's education as a physicist and how he reacted to his son's discovery of electron diffraction. This fresh perspective will interest academics and graduate students working in the history of early twentieth-century physics.

Author : Thomas Budd SHAW
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1864
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0018210326

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The Student's Manual of English Literature. A History of English Literature. ... A New Edition [of “Outlines of English Literature”], Enlarged and Rewritten. Edited, with Notes and Illustrations, by W. Smith by Thomas Budd SHAW Pdf

Author : Steven J. Phillips,Patricia Wentworth Comus
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : 0520219805

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A Natural History of the Sonoran Desert by Steven J. Phillips,Patricia Wentworth Comus Pdf

"A Natural History of the Sonoran Desert provides the most complete collection of Sonoran Desert natural history information ever compiled and is a perfect introduction to this biologically rich desert of North America."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Eric Dorfman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781315531878

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The Future of Natural History Museums by Eric Dorfman Pdf

Natural history museums are changing, both because of their own internal development and in response to changes in context. Historically, the aim of collecting from nature was to develop encyclopedic assemblages to satisfy human curiosity and build a basis for taxonomic information. Today, with global biodiversity in rapid decline, there are new reasons to build and maintain collections, while audiences are more diverse, numerous, and technically savvy. Institutions must learn to embrace new technology while retaining the authenticity of their stories and the value placed on their objects. The Future of Natural History Museums begins to develop a cohesive discourse that balances the disparate issues that our institutions will face over the next decades. It disassembles the topic into various key elements and, through commentary and synthesis, explores a cohesive picture of the trajectory of the natural history museum sector. This book contributes to the study of collections, teaching and learning, ethics, and running non-profit businesses and will be of interest to museum and heritage professionals and academics and senior students in Biological Sciences and Museum Studies.

Author : Patricia Wiltshire
Publisher : Kings Road Publishing
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-14
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 9781789466508

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The Natural History of Crime by Patricia Wiltshire Pdf

'I love puzzles, and finding answers is the only truly enjoyable part of what I do.' Professor Patricia Wiltshire is a forensic ecologist, her days spent at crime scenes collecting samples, standing over dead bodies in a mortuary, or looking down her microscope for evidence. Working at the interface of where the criminal and natural world interact, Patricia has been involved in some of the most high-profile murder cases. Now, through a study of her most infamous, and fascinating cases - including the murder of Sarah Payne, and the Soham murders of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman - Patricia will show us how she finds the answers to some of the worst crimes imaginable. Not only does she help the police solve crimes and give answers to the most bemusing circumstances, she can help to exonerate the innocent and enable confessions from the guilty. In The Natural History of Crime we join Patricia in putting the puzzle together, teasing the evidence out of her cases and showing us all how life and death have always been, and always will be, intertwined. Nature has given us a messy, imperfect world, but her job is to help make sense of it when we need it to most.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1870
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11041914

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The annals and magazine of natural history, zoology, botany and geology by Anonim Pdf

Author : William Goodhugh,William Cooke Taylor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 734 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1843
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:555079896

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The Bible cyclopædia: or, Illustrations of the civil and natural history of the sacred writings [ed. by W. Goodhugh, completed by W.C. Taylor]. by William Goodhugh,William Cooke Taylor Pdf

Author : Sue Dale Tunnicliffe,Annette Scheersoi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401794961

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Natural History Dioramas by Sue Dale Tunnicliffe,Annette Scheersoi Pdf

This book brings together in a unique perspective aspects of natural history dioramas, their history, construction and rationale, interpretation and educational importance, from a number of different countries, from the west coast of the USA, across Europe to China. It describes the journey of dioramas from their inception through development to visions of their future. A complementary journey is that of visitors and their individual sense making and construction of their understanding from their own starting points, often interacting with others (e.g. teachers, peers, parents) as well as media (e.g. labels). Dioramas have been, hitherto, a rather neglected area of museum exhibits but a renaissance is beginning for them and their educational importance in contributing to people’s understanding of the natural world. This volume showcases how dioramas can reach a wide audience and increase access to biological knowledge.

Author : Diane Ackerman
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780307763310

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A Natural History of the Senses by Diane Ackerman Pdf

Diane Ackerman's lusciously written grand tour of the realm of the senses includes conversations with an iceberg in Antarctica and a professional nose in New York, along with dissertations on kisses and tattoos, sadistic cuisine and the music played by the planet Earth. “Delightful . . . gives the reader the richest possible feeling of the worlds the senses take in.” —The New York Times