Author : Adrian Raeside
Publisher : Harbour Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 29,44 MB
Release : 2022-10-01
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1550179330
From best-selling cartoonist Adrian Raeside, a new collection of wildly funny animal-themed cartoons. Prepare to walk on the wild side with 340 full-colour Raeside cartoons, now collected for the first time into a single volume. Here is a menagerie of garbage-rummaging bears, squabbling eagles, philosophizing wolves, pre-handbag alligators, artistic elephants, shedding mammoths and many more from the animal kingdom.
Author : DK
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,8 MB
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1465438041
Experience the full force of nature with this stunning visual encyclopedia celebrating the world’s most wonderful wildlife. With an inspiring foreword by leading naturalist and wildlife photographer Chris Packham, this epic adventure takes you across the continents to meet all creatures big and small. You’ll visit the deserts of Australia, the grasslands of Africa, the rainforests of South America, the mountains of Asia, and the coral reefs of Australia on this mind-blowing tour to meet the incredibly diverse range of life on Earth. Breathtaking photography, animal profiles, accessible maps, and facts and stats combine to create this standout reference title. Revealing a wealth of species across hundreds of spectacular pages, Wildlife of the World introduces you to animals that roam, swim, and fly in each and every part of our planet. Calling all globe-trotters, nature enthusiasts, and biology students, this is your chance to experience the animal kingdom as never before and gain an absolutely essential addition to your home library. Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
Author : Barbara Parks
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 46,72 MB
Release : 2009-04-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1101023309
The career opportunities of the future ... Green careers include jobs in which environmentally conscious design, policy, and technology are implemented to improve the environment and provide sustainable living. A growing number of people, whether right out of college or already well established in the workforce, are looking to market themselves and their environmental convictions. It is a promising path to a larger paycheck and healthier environment. *Green-collar jobs are on the rise according to Businessweek magazine *The Green Jobs Act of 2007 anticipates a growing labor need for thousands of green-collar workers with $125 million in annual funding for training and research
Author : Dorling Kindersley, Inc
Publisher : Really Feely
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 44,2 MB
Release : 2017-09-07
Category : Animals
ISBN : 9780241278567
With texture patches, bumpy patterns, and tactile glitter, babies and toddlers will find this touch-and-feel wild animals book really fun and really feely! Meet the stripy tiger cub, the elephant calf with big flappy ears, the scaly chameleon, and other favourite wild animals. Gentle text builds knowledge, and invites you to explore as you find out the name of each wild animal and learn about its features. From the amazing, 3-D, raised-picture effect cover, to the incredibly tactile insides, Really Wild Animals is beautifully made and sure to delight preschoolers.
Author : Hélène Hilton
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 25,59 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780241276372
Open the giant flaps to get up close and personal with a whole world of wildlife. Discover fascinating facts and amazing wildlife photography in Incredible Animals, the first in a new series that encourages children to learn about some of the world's most incredible creatures. Bite-sized facts and beautiful illustrations combine to give the perfect introduction to wild friends both old and new, from pouncing tigers and gigantic elephants to colourful chameleons, there's something to delight curious little readers on every page.
Author : Adrian Raeside
Publisher : Harbour Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,11 MB
Release : 2022-10
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781550179323
From selfie-taking wolves to speed-dating polar bears, this collection showcases the best of Adrian Raeside's wildlife cartoons.
Author : Matt Kracht
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 38,3 MB
Release : 2019-04-02
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1452177392
National bestselling book: Featured on Midwest, Mountain Plains, New Atlantic, Northern, Pacific Northwest and Southern Regional Indie Bestseller Lists Perfect book for the birder and anti-birder alike A humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds: For those who have a disdain for birds or bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky, illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. With The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! • Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. • The essential guide to all things wings with migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and the ethics of birdwatching. • Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. "There are loads of books out there for bird lovers, but until now, nothing for those that love to hate birds. The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America fills the void, packed with snarky illustrations that chastise the flying animals in a funny, profane way. " – Uncrate A humorous animal book with 50 common North American birds for people who love birds and also those who love to hate birds • A perfect coffee table or bar top conversation-starting book • Makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, or retirement gift
Author : Mike Toth
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 25,77 MB
Release : 2000-03-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1101222123
You’re no idiot, of course. You know that the joy of fishing comes with skill, patience, and the right equipment. You can get yourself to the water and relax, but when it comes to baiting your hook and casting your cares away, you feel like a minnow swimming with the sharks! Don’t throw back your angling ambitions just yet! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Fishing Basics, Second Edition gives you the essentials for a successful fishing expedition—whether you’re heading for the local creek or the high seas. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • An emergency fishing guide to help get you started immediately • The lowdown on tackle—hooks, lines, sinkers, and more • All the right moves to feel, hook, play, and land your catch • The bottom line on what you’ll need (and need to do) if you want to flyfish, saltwater fish, or fish in still waters
Author : Ceiridwen Terrill
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 25,61 MB
Release : 2012-11-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 145163482X
Traces the author's four-year relationship with a wolf-dog hybrid named Inyo, recounting their shared journeys in the snow, her battles with fearful neighbors, and the wolfdog's ultimate inability to be domesticated.
Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 48,92 MB
Release : 2010-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1405366079
Hands-on fun for you and your toddler as you learn about animals. From cuddly kittens to powerful tigers, this is the perfect busy animal book for pre-schoolers! Your children can play as they learn with this delightful animal book! From jumping kangaroos to baby birds, there are lots of cute animals to name and count. Help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills. This engaging board book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your kids thinking and talking! Your kid will love learning about animals and the noises they make. From pets to mini-beasts, they will discover which animal squeaks, squawks, and oinks! This will help your child learn how to recognise and identify different animals. The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs, on the top or the side, are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Pre-schoolers will quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite animal. Each page is dedicated to different types of animals, such as farm and sea animals. There are easy to read labels so your little one can sound out the words with you. The interactive book encourages kids to count the tropical fish, pretend to talk like a parrot, and find the animal with a long trunk. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience. Learn All About Animals, Big and Small! - Bright clear photographs of everything from tigers to starfishes - Chunky tabbed pages to improve dexterity - Easy to read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development More from DK Books: Since toddlers are experiencing lots of things for the first time, we've made lots of My First tabbed board books! Look below for other great titles including My First Zoo, My First Busy Job, My First Farm, and My First Town.
