Author : Brad Kessler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 46,63 MB
Release : 2007-03-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0743287398
Hauntingly beautiful, this new work by the author of "Lick Creek" is an extraordinarily moving novel about solitude, love, losing one's way, and finding something like home.
Author : Paul Sorrell
Publisher : Exisle Pub
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,19 MB
Release : 2025-03-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781923011168
Getting Closer is a beautifully illustrated discussion of photography as a way of achieving greater intimacy with the natural world. With a focus on birds, the book is directed primarily at photographers (of all levels of skill and experience), but also at birders, people interested in the outdoors, and those who would simply like to achieve a deeper connection with the natural world. The introduction makes the case for reconnecting with nature in a way that will draw in a wide range of readers, not just photographers. We have to reconnect, as most of us have lost the spontaneous bond with nature we enjoyed as young children and, in the face of impending ecological disaster, reconnecting with nature is our most urgent task. Getting Closer offers a simple, practical path for readers to begin to 'rewild' themselves. This is the focus of the second part of the book, where the author explores ways of becoming attentive to the natural world around you, wherever you may live. Through self-contained spreads on topics ranging from 'the four seasons' and 'winds and tides' to 'flight shots' and 'colour and texture', he introduces basic, hands-on techniques that, with practice, will enable readers to both deeply connect with their environment and become proficient wildlife photographers. 'Top tips' on each spread provide technical information aimed at more serious photographers.
Author : Brian Jonathan Wolk
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,48 MB
Release : 2002-02-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1475923406
Though dedicated to Ohio tickets, it's applicable to all states. A must buy for defense attorneys too. Covers only what you need to know, from the day of ticketing through trial. Provides specific advice for juveniles. Packed with real-life illustrations. How to get the evidence the government will use at trial. How to spot weaknesses in the evidence. How to produce inconsistencies in the government's case. How to prepare your case. Includes checklists, statutes, and forms. What to do at arraignment, pretrial and trial, from motion to dismiss to cross-examination to closing. Fighting all types, from tickets based on traffic signs, to reasonable control, assured clear distance, and right-of-way tickets, to speeding tickets based on radar or aerial observation (includes Pennsylvania turnpike tickets), providing specific methods to produce inconsistencies in each. Ends with a complete case example
Author : Gerald McDermott
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 25,95 MB
Release : 1992-09-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0547351399
The mischievous parrot Papagayo spends his days playing in the jungle and disturbing the sleeping night creatures with his raucous cries. But when the ferocious moon-dog begins to devour the moon, only Papagayo knows how to save it. The night creatures learn that he’s a good friend to have--even if he is a bit NOISY.
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Page : 196 pages
File Size : 20,87 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9780913428542
Author : David Michael Bird
Publisher : Firefly Books
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 13,18 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781552979259
Observing birds often raises many intriguing questions. Such as what is the incubation time for those robin eggs sitting in the nest above the porch light? What kinds of flowers attract humming birds? What are the migratory distances of various species? What are the major causes of bird deaths? The Bird Almanac is an invaluable resource, impressive in scope and depth and complemented with tables and illustrations. This Second Edition has been reformatted for easier use and now features quick-find tabs and an index. The first section of the book comprehensively covers the history, biology and behavior of birds. Bird physiology, biological systems and anatomy are explained in easy-to-understand terms and annotated illustrations. Other topics include: Fossil history of birds Reproduction and mortality Threatened and endangered species Major birding festivals and competitions How to attract specific species to the backyard Extensive resources for bird-lovers including the top birding locations in America Birding code of ethics The second section consists of an authoritative world checklist of bird species. The birds are organized by taxonomic order and listed by common and Latin name. The valuable information in The Bird Almanac fills in the gaps in knowledge of even the most seasoned birder.
Author : Lars Jonsson
Publisher : Helm
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 31,79 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Art
ISBN :
This is a new artbook from Lars Jonsson, being produced to coincide with a major exhibition of his work in Germany in autumn (followed by Denmark and Austria). It will include many fabulous reproductions of his recent work, together with short essays by Kent Ullberg (wildlife sculptor) and Adam Harris (curator of National Museum of Wildlife Art).
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Page : 938 pages
File Size : 46,95 MB
Release : 1923
Category : Birds
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Page : 950 pages
File Size : 29,29 MB
Release : 1905
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
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Author : National Audubon Society
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,14 MB
Release : 2021-04-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0525655670
Updated for the first time in decades, this unparalleled reference work is the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the birds of North America and now includes the latest information on conservation status and the effects of climate change--from the world's most trusted name in birding, beloved by millions of backyard enthusiasts and experts alike “If you’ve ever wondered what birds show up in your backyard or which species you see when your family is on vacation, then this beautiful, freshly updated bird guide from the National Audubon Society is perfect for you.” —Portland Book Review Developed by the creators of the best-selling Audubon field guides, this handsome volume is the result of a collaboration among leading scientists, scholars, taxonomic and field experts, photo editors, and designers. An indispensable reference, it covers more than 800 species, with over 3,500 full-color photographs of birds in their natural habitat, often with four or five images of each species. For ease of use, the book includes a glossary, an index, and a ribbon marker, and is arranged according to the American Ornithological Society's latest Checklist of North and Middle American Birds—with birds sorted by taxonomic orders and grouped by family, so that related species are presented together. Range maps, reflecting the impact of climate change, accompany nearly every entry, along with a physical description and information on voice, nesting, habitat, and similar species. This guide also includes an important new category on conservation status and essays by leading scholars in each field who provide holistic insights into the world of birds. Whether trying to determine which owl is interrupting your dinner or successfully identifying all of the warblers that arrive in spring, readers will come to rely on this work of remarkable breadth, depth, and elegance. It is a must-have reference for the library of any birder, and is poised to become the number one guide in the field.
