Peterson First Guide to Astronomy


Book Description

A basic field guide for beginning observers of the night sky, introducing information on the locations, names, and characteristics of stars, constellations, and other bodies in outer space.




Peterson First Guide to the Solar System


Book Description

A basic field guide for beginning observers of the solar system, introducing information on the locations and characteristics of the planets, sun, comets, meteors, and other objects in our solar system.




Peterson First Guide to Urban Wildlife


Book Description

Presents the novice with information about the plants and animals--from poison ivy and cockroaches to crabgrass and mountain lions--that grow and live near humans.







Peterson First Guide to Dinosaurs


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Introduces the names and characteristics of dinosaurs, along with recent discoveries that shed new light on the way dinosaurs may have lived.




Peterson First Guide to Forests


Book Description

This guide describes and illustrates the 50 different kinds of forest and related habitats found throughout the United States and Canada, from the boreal forests and tundra of the north to the mangrove swamps, desert scrub, and giant saguaro forests of the south. 55 color plates.




Foundations of Astrophysics


Book Description

"This book provides a contemporary and complete introduction to astrophysics for astronomy and physics majors."--




Peterson First Guide to Trees


Book Description

"The concise field guide to 243 common trees of North America"--Cover




Peterson First Guide to Seashores


Book Description

This complete guide covers 317 of the most common and conspicuous plants and animals of the seashores, from jellyfish and kelp to clams, gulls, and whales. Species are grouped by habitat so readers know what they can expect to see along sandy beaches, in rocky tide pools, or in mud flats.




Peterson First Guide to Rocks and Minerals


Book Description

Written and designed for the beginner, this book describes and illustrates the most common and interesting rocks and minerals, from simple sandstone to exotic gems. Illustrated with dozens of beautiful color photographs, it tells how these rocks and minerals formed and how to identify them--and includes tips on collecting. 175 color photographs, 12 line drawings.