Nature - General

Native Americans have long survived off the land of Massachusetts' plains and mountain-lands. The many species of trees, bushes and plants throughout the state have provided them with food, medicine and shelter. Whether for survival, curiosity or just for fun, this book will walk...

Sandie Lee Books presents another amazing children's picture book.In this book you will find 15 amazing animal facts Also: make sure you pay attention when you're reading because you will be tested with 5 tricky questions at the end of the book This book...

Interest in restoring woodland caribou to Isle Royale National Park was sparked by recent caribou relocations on other Lake Superior islands in Ontario and by the marked decline of wold numbers on Isle Royale.Author: National Park ServiceISBN-10: 1494499126ISBN-13: 9781494499129Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

The National Capital Region Network has identified amphibians as a priority taxonomic group for its Inventory and Monitoring program. The goals of this program are to document at least 90% of the amphibian species in its parks, and to determine whether the integrity and...

Prior to European colonization, sagebrush steppe covered approximately 44 million ha of the Intermountain West, the vast areas of land between the Rocky Mountains and the Cascades and Sierra Nevada mountain ranges (West and Young 2000). Since then the sagebrush steppe ecosystem has experienced...

As a seasonal forester in northern California's Plumas National Forest, Ron Cerruti expected to face some challenges. Fighting forest fires was a part of the job. Rattlesnakes were simply part of the landscape. The two cattle rustlers he encountered one summer were unusual, but...

The western prairie fringed orchid monitoring protocol guides monitoring of this threatened plant on Pipestone National Monument. The monitoring protocol is designed to achieve two objectives: to track temporal and spatial changes in the abundance and vigor (height, flowering, and fruit production) of flowering...

The eastern massasauga rattlesnake (Sistrurus catenatus catenatus) is a candidate for federal listing as a threatened or endangered Distinct Population Segment (DPS) (U.S. FWS 2003). Although the massasauga rattlesnake is thought to be in decline throughout much of its range, only the eastern subspecies...

Once upon a time, atop a tall green hill there lived a beautiful pomegranate tree. It bore beautiful red fruit and was a perfect place to make a home. But the tree was lonely and needed a friend to eat her fruit and stay...

In the inner west Himalayas, India lies a wonderland known as the Valley of Flowers. Included in the list of eight World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, it is spread over 33 square miles spanning altitudes of 11,000 - 21,000 feet, surrounded by 5 mountain...

This book contains several poems that were written during a period that extends approximately from the year 1979 through the year 2012. The vast majority of these poems were written during free time while working for the former Digital Equipment Corporation, which was headquartered...

THE MISSING ONES is the true account of the disappearance of Blanche and Russell Warren. The young hard working couple disappeared in 1929, seemingly without a trace, while drive from Port Angeles, Washington to their cabin 60 miles away. Eagerly awaiting their arrival, were...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Plants R Cures explores the intersection of plants and medicine-now and in the past-while also offering a practical guide to the use of herbs to treat a large variety of ailments, from small to catastrophic. Dr Gordon tells us which plants promote good health...

Nature Based Leadership inspires, illuminates, and entertains those who are willing to learn from Nature. A collection of personal reflections from a natural resources scientist, university president, philosopher, leadership scholar, Nature enthusiast, and Earth citizen, this book evokes deep emotions and stimulates the reader...

The report is organized into seven sections: 1) Introduction, 2) Wetland Keys, 3) Waterbody Keys, 4) Coding System for LLWW Descriptors (codes used for classifying and mapping wetlands), 5) Acknowledgments, 6) References, and 7) Glossary.Author: U S Fish & Wildlife Service, Ralph W. TinerISBN-10:...

This systematic treatment of the ferns and allied plants provides a modern classification of the Pteridophyta based on an assess- ment of the wealth of new data published during the last few decades as well as on our own research. The accounts of the...

If you want the perfect concise introduction to the best that the Isle of Man has to offer, this book is all you need. It provides the ideal mix of a scenic walk, outstanding scenery, fascinating history, atmospheric legends, key heritage sites and delightful...

Author: Jonathan StewartISBN-10: 1453599983ISBN-13: 9781453599983Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/06/2010Pages: 492Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.58lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.10d

Spanish Wells Bahamas The Island, The People, The Allure, is written for those who want to explore a true outpost island paradise. In addition to providing the travel-planning essentials necessary to enjoy your perfect vacation, Christopher Cirillo introduces you to some of the fascinating...

The object of this book is to SAVE you, the reader, TIME, MONEY, and EFFORT. By reading this book, you will learn that what affects the tree from the ground up is in the root collar. Pictures will help you to identify various problems...

The major impetus for this book was to provide the historical background of the discovery, the reproduction, the patenting and the marketing of the genetically superior Purdue #1, the first tree patented for timber uses and the philosophy behind it. Purdue #1 can be...

Kodiak Tales: Stories of Adventure on Alaska's Emerald Isle, investigates the many-faceted experiences of living on Kodiak Island. Shipwrecks, plane crashes, bears, and Kodiak's often-harsh and unforgiving environment are among the challenges facing the archipelago's hearty residents. The eight short stories in part one...

Walling and Hicks make a direct assault on the "Everest" of scientific mysteries. The authors trace the first glimmerings of consciousness in evolution and during emergence from anesthesia. There are no formulae or equations; all the difficult concepts have been presented as allegories and...

This text comprises a complete work on all the diseases of cattle, sheep, and swine, including every disease particular to America, and including a guide to symptoms, a table of weights and measurements, and a list of valuable medicines. A text that will greatly...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Edward StepISBN-10: 1447455800ISBN-13: 9781447455806Publisher: Potter...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: W. BaskervilleISBN-10: 1447440137ISBN-13: 9781447440130Publisher: Cole...

A republication of an early 1900's book dealing with Pit Bull Terriers and their use in fighting sports. The illustrated contents include much information on the dogs, their owners and famous fights.Author: Jack MeeksISBN-10: 1447436962ISBN-13: 9781447436966Publisher: Ferrero PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/28/2011Pages: 112Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 8.50h...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: William H. CarrISBN-10: 1447426533ISBN-13: 9781447426530Publisher:...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subject of the domestic cat. The titles in this range include "The...

A handy guide to the Parrots of New Zealand. With descriptions of the Kaka, the Kea and the Kakapo.Author: Charles BarrettISBN-10: 1447415175ISBN-13: 9781447415176Publisher: Holmes PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2011Pages: 20Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.08lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.05d

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.Author: VariousISBN-10: 1446542742ISBN-13: 9781446542743Publisher: Ward PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/23/2011Pages: 146Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.43lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.34d

Comparative Studies on the Behaviour of Anatinae is Konrad Lorenz's work on the study of the Anatinae family which is a subfamily of the family Anatidae (swans, geese and ducks). Lorenz studied instinctive behavior in animals, especially in greylag geese and jackdaws. Working with...

This is a book on evolutionary theory by the famous English naturalist, Charles Darwin. It succeeds his 1859 thesis 'On the Origin of Species', wherein he explores the idea of natural selection. In this text, he attempts to apply his evolutionary theory to human...

The West-Highland White Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken...

The Welsh Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Tibetan Spaniel - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Sight Hound - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breeds from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Samoyed - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a...

The Saluki - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a...

The Pekingese - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a...

The Maltese Dog - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The English Setter - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Bull Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Border Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Tibetan Spaniel - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Sealyham Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Scottish Deerhound - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from...

The Saluki - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a...

The Pekingese - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a...