The Lucky Leopard
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Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,62 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Leopard
ISBN : 9781919688831
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,62 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Leopard
ISBN : 9781919688831
Author : Aline Alexander Newman
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 39,36 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Animal behaviour
ISBN : 1426310919
Presents the stories of three incredibly talented animals, including a motocross daredevil dog, a groundhog weather wonder, and a rock star cat.
Author : Aline Alexander Newman
Publisher : National Geographic Children's Books
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 21,82 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1426314574
Retells the stories of three animal rescues, including two orphaned leopards, a sea turtle, and a loon.
Author : Will Burrard-Lucas
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 26,1 MB
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Photography
ISBN : 1797203584
This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa
Author : Shavaun Mara Kidd
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 10,35 MB
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1951627261
A stunning visual and personal journey in search of the iconic big cat, the snow leopard. The snow leopard, known as the ghost of the mountains, is an elusive predator that has captured the human imagination for eons. Yet, by nature secretive, living at altitudes of up to 19,000 feet in one of the world's harshest environments, it is notoriously difficult to see. Those lucky enough to encounter one speak of the experience as momentous, transformative, even spiritual. In this handsomely illustrated, eloquent book, published in partnership with the Snow Leopard Conservancy, world-renowned wildlife photographers, naturalists, and conservationists take the reader closer than most humans will ever get to knowing snow leopards and understanding why these beautiful big cats have for so long been considered the most mysterious of all. More than 130 breathtaking photographs—all taken in the wild, and none with camera traps—accompany personal narratives and anecdotes that convey the experience of learning to see; the patient pursuit, following the tracks and other sign for a momentary glimpse; an unexpected encounter; watching the predator hunt; a magical moment with a mother and her cubs. A special "seek and find" section challenges readers to spot the snow leopard—to discern camouflage from rock and snow. The text also relates the natural history of the snow leopard, its cultural significance and place in lore, its interactions with local peoples, and information about its conservation. Royalties from the sales of Searching for the Snow Leopard support the Snow Leopard Conservancy and its programs.
Author : Wilbur Smith
Publisher : Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.
Page : 551 pages
File Size : 42,46 MB
Release : 2018-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1785765922
BOOK 4 IN THE BALLANTYNE SERIES, BY INTERNATIONAL SENSATION WILBUR SMITH 'Best historical novelist' - Stephen King 'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times 'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' - The Times 'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily Mirror A FAMILY'S PAST. A COUNTRY'S FUTURE. Bestselling author Craig Mellow is tired of fame and wants only to return to his family's old home in Zimbabwe. When the World Bank recruits Craig to investigate ivory poaching and corruption it is the opportunity he so desperately craves to return. Under the guise of writing a new book on Africa, Mellow returns to his family's old ranch, Rholands, accompanied by beautiful young photographer Sally-Anne Jay. Although it's now derelict, Craig wants to rebuild and turn Rholands into a tourist safari, but he finds his way unexpectedly blocked by his old friend, now government minister, Tungata Zebiwe. With the corrupt government blocking his plans and new conflict on the horizon, Craig and Sally must fight not only for their lives, but for the very future of a country. The fourth book in the epic Ballantyne Series and the final instalment in the first sequence. Join a new generation of Ballantynes in Book 5 of the Ballantyne series, The Triumph of the Sun, available now.
Author : Amelia Cobb
Publisher : Nosy Crow
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 25,68 MB
Release : 2014-09-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0857633783
A fantastic series for animal lovers everywhere. Perfect for fans of Holly Webb! Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret... She can actually TALK to the animals! Zoe's very excited about some festive new arrivals. But the little snow leopard doesn't want to be a big brother. Can Zoe show him how lucky he is? With stories full of cute and cuddly animals and beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, Zoe's Rescue Zoo is the ideal series for animal-mad readers aged 5+.
Author : Maggie Fischer
Publisher : Silver Dolphin Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,98 MB
Release : 2018-08-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781684123223
Solve this wild search-and-find again and again with the attached write-and-wipe pen! A leap of leopards, a pandemonium of parrots, a zeal of zebras—oh my! This search-and-find activity book is wild with fun animal group names and wacky scenes. Use the attached write-and-wipe pen to circle silly things as you find them and then erase them when you’re finished—it’s the activity that never ends!
Author : Justin Anderson
Publisher : Nature Storybooks
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,96 MB
Release : 2020-10
Category :
ISBN : 9781406391985
A spellbinding new Nature Storybook about one of the most beautiful creatures in the world, with words by Planet Earth producer Justin Anderson and pictures by award-winning Patrick Benson. "Something moves in the rocks ahead. My hands start to tremble. My heart is beating fast. There, just a few footsteps away, is a snow leopard..." Join us on a journey high into the snowy peaks of the Himalaya, and discover the secret world of a rare and utterly majestic creature - how it has adapted to the harsh environment it lives in and how it looks after its young. Complete with an index and a conservation note, this is a wonderful addition to the series and the debut of an exciting new voice in non-fiction writing for children.
Author : Amelia Cobb
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 24,7 MB
Release : 2016-09-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0545842271
Zoe Parker has an amazing secret -- she can talk to animals and they can talk back! Zoe is delighted that her great uncle Horace has brought home two new animals for the Rescue Zoo: a beautiful snow leopard and her fuzzy cub Ali. Even more exciting is the news that soon there will be three snow leopards -- Ali is about to be a big brother!