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Guide to Gems (Firefly Pocket series)
Cally Oldershaw - Firefly Books
Format: Paperback
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A reference guide to gems, semi-precious stones and crystals. Gemstones and crystals are used for jewelry, industry, lasers and precision technology. Firefly Guide to Gems is a practical, compact guide to the identification and use of precious and semi-precious stones, novelty... |
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The Wastewater Gardener: Preserving the Planet One Flush at a Time
Mark Nelson PhD - Synergetic Press
Format: Print book
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Mark Nelson, PhD, takes us on a global expedition to learn how we are wasting the world's dwindling supply of fresh water by flushing away a very valuable resource, our own human wastes! The author is founding director of the Institute of Ecotechnics and has worked for several decades... |
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The Art of Falconry
Patrick Morel - Medina Pub
Format: Print book
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The Art of Falconry is an exhaustive guide to the diverse and fascinating world of Falconry. Drawing on author Patrick Morel's encyclopedic knowledge of the art, it is both intricate and accessible, lavishly illustrated with stunning photography throughout. Covering the fundamentals... |
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Owls of North America
Frances Backhouse - Firefly Books
Format: Paperback
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Heavily illustrated with beautiful, clear photographs. -- Booklist Owls are almost everywhere. These distinctive birds populate every continent except Antarctica and survive in everything from arid desert to arctic tundra to dense rain forest. Frances Backhouse provides an in-depth... |
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Understanding Minerals and Crystals
B Cairncross - Struik Nature
Format: Print book
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Minerals are the building blocks of rocks - they make up the solid Earth's crust. Understanding Minerals & Crystals takes a close look at minerals, how they form, why they differ and how to go about identifying them. It examines the nature of atoms and the way they bind together... |
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Horse Owners' Essential Tips: Grooming, Care, Tack, Facilities, Riding, Pasture
Philippe Meyrier - Firefly Books
Format: Print book
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Horse Owners' Essential Tips is chock full of the best proven advice on horse care. Shared among owners and riders for years, these tips and tricks revolve around daily maintenance and the most common problems that arise when caring for a horse. The book packs them all together in an easy... |
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Pet Goldfish
Cecelia H Brannon - Enslow Publishing
Format: Print book
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Simple text supported by large color photos and an illustrated Words to Know help readers learn about goldfish, including what they eat, how often their tanks must be cleaned, and the many different colors they come in. An illustrated Words to Know section at the beginning of the book prepares... |
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The Pit Bull Life: A Dog Lover's Companion
Deirdre Franklin - W W Norton
Format: Print book
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Everything you need to know about adopting, owning, and loving a pit bull All dogs are special, but living with a pit bull really is different. You know how loyal and lovable your dog is, but your life can be affected by the breed's undeserved reputation. The Pit Bull Life celebrates the everyday... |
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Tortitude: The BIG Book of Cats with a BIG Attitude
Ingrid King - Passion Fruit PR
Format: Print book
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With about 2 million tortoiseshell cats in the United States, these special felines tend to be strong-willed, a bit hot-tempered, and often very possessive of their humans. Other words used to describe torties are fiercely independent, feisty and unpredictable. In Tortitude: The BIG Book... |
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Unlikely Friendships: Dogs: 37 Stories of Canine Compassion and Courage
Jennifer S Holland - Workman
Format: Print book
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A new book from the New York Times bestselling series. Enhanced with beautiful full-color photographs, these true stories of camaraderie, affection, and remarkable bravery are from the author of the New York Times bestsellers Unlikely Friendships, Unlikely Loves, and Unlikely... |
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Horses
Bob Langrish - Bloomsbury
Format: Book
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The lives of humans and horses have been intricately linked for thousands of years, with equines depicted in cave paintings dating back to 5000 BC. Horses have been developed by humans for many purposes--for war, for working in the field and in industry, for competitive sports events such... |
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The Horse: The Epic History of Our Noble Companion
Wendy Williams - Scientific American/Farrar
Format: Print book
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A New York Times Bestseller and New York Times Book Review Editors' ChoiceA Best Book of 2015, The Wall Street Journal"Love is the driver for Wendy Williams's new book, The Horse . . . [an] affectionate, thoroughgoing, good-hearted book." -- Jaimy... |
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Marine Fishes of Florida
David B Snyder - Johns Hopkins University Press
Format: Print book
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The most comprehensive book about Florida's marine fishes ever produced, Marine Fishes of Florida includes hundreds of photographs and descriptions of species you'll encounter -- plus many that are rare -- when diving, snorkeling, kayaking, or fishing. Coverage includes both the Atlantic... |
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The New Wild: Why Invasive Species Will Be Nature's Salvation
Fred Pearce - Beacon Press
Format: Hardcover
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A provocative exploration of the "new ecology" and why most of what we think we know about alien species is wrong For a long time, veteran environmental journalist Fred Pearce thought in stark terms about invasive species: they were the evil interlopers spoiling pristine "natural"... |
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Whispers from the Wild: Listening to Voices from the Animal Kingdom
Amelia Kinkade - New World Library
Format: Print book
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One of the world's most renowned animal communicators, Amelia Kinkade has brought thousands into closer contact with their beloved dogs, cats, birds, and horses. Now she shares the wonders of her recent work communicating with wild, and in some cases endangered, animals. Amelia takes... |
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The Complete Cat Breed Book
DK Publishing - DK
Format: Hardcover
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Combining cat breeds, behavior, and training tips in one easy volume, The Complete Cat Breed Book is an essential reference to the basics of choosing and looking after a cat. Packed with practical advice on cat maintenance, from handling and grooming to nutrition, exercise, and health,... |
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The Salmon
Michael Wigan - William Collins; 1st edition
Format: Book
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A fascinating journey into the extraordinary world of the king of fish: the salmon. This beautiful book explores the natural history of this most mysterious of fishes. Michael Wigan explores the life cycle of the salmon, weaving his own experiences and stories of salmon fishing... |
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The Dog Encyclopedia
DK Publishing - DK Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Covering the history, breeds, care, health, and positive training of dogs - all in one easy reference - The Dog Encyclopedia is a fully illustrated encyclopedia of all things canine. With an extensive photographic catalog of more than 400 dog breeds, organized by to FCI groupings, each... |
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Dinosaurs: 300 Prehistoric Creatures
Gerrie McCall - Amber Books
Format: Paperback
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For 150 million years, dinosaurs were the undisputed rulers of the Earth. Today, these great lizards still fire our imaginations. Dinosaurs profiles the creatures who lived during the great Age of Reptiles, the real-life giants and monsters such as the Tyrannosaurus Rex and Stegosaurus... |
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Animal Planet
Janice Biniok - T.F.H. Publications
Format: Print book
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What's better than a well-trained dog Well-trained dogs follow your lead wordlessly, behave graciously around others, and smooth the transitions of everyday life. They come when called, pull handkerchiefs out of your pocket, and curl up beside you when you come home from work. These... |
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Spirit of the Horse: A Celebration in Fact and Fable
WILLIAM SHATNER - ST MARTIN'S Press
Format: Print book
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From his first time riding as a child, William Shatner has felt a deep love for horses. Whether seated in the saddle, communicating with them, or simply appreciating their beauty, his bond with these majestic animals is deep. For decades he has sought to share his joy -- with children,... |
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My Lost Brothers: The Untold Story by the Yarnell Hill Fire's Lone Survivor
Brendan McDonough - Hachette Books
Format: Print book
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A gripping first-person account by the sole survivor of Arizona's disastrous 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire, which took the lives of 19 "hotshots"--firefighters trained specifically to battle wildfires. Brendan McDonough was on the verge of becoming a hopeless, inveterate heroin addict... |
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Craig & Fred: A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other
CRAIG GROSSI - William Morrow
Format: Hardcover
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The uplifting and unforgettable true story of a US Marine, the stray dog he met on an Afghan battlefield, and how they saved each other and now travel America together, "spreading the message of stubborn positivity."In 2010, Sergeant Craig Grossi was doing intelligence work for Marine... |
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Backyard Farming: Raising Cattle for Dairy and Beef
Kim Pezza - Hatherleigh Press
Format: Print book
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YOUR BACKYARD FARMING EXPERIENCE BEGINS HERE! Whether for milk or beef, cattle are among the most versatile livestock for your new homestead. Backyard Farming: Raising Cattle is your expert guide to successfully keeping and caring for your herd. A comprehensive primer for first-time beef... |
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Life Size Birds
Nancy J Hajeski - Thunder Bay Press, an imprint of Printers Row Publishing Group, 2015.
Format: Print book
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John James Audubon would be proud to know that a life-size bird book is alive in the 21st century. You won't need Sotheby's auction house to buy this volume, though! Full-size images of beautiful feathered friends offer a detailed look at each North American species, while scaled... |
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Glorious Gulf of Mexico: Life Below the Blue
Jesse Cancelmo - Texas A & M University Press
Format: Print book
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Stunned by widespread ignorance about the Gulf of Mexico following the 2010 Macondo oil spill, underwater photographer Jesse Cancelmo decided to turn his camera on the marine life of this 600,000 square mile international sea that connects five US states, six Mexican states, and the island... |
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Bugs Up Close: A Magnified Look at the Incredible World of Insects
Lars-Åke Janzon - Skyhorse Publishing; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover
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Take a close-up look into a world youve never noticed. Bugs are usually so small that we hardly notice them, let alone think of them as living beings. But call upon the magnifying glass, and a shapeless jumble of legs, wings, and antennae suddenly start staring back at us. About percent... |
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Horse Hoof Care
Cherry Hill - Storey Publishing, LLC; 1 edition
Format: Paperback
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Cherry Hill, America's most trusted equine expert, teams up with Richard Klimesh, a professional farrier and her frequent writing partner, to address the twin topics of hoof care and horseshoeing. Proper hoof care is one of the most important contributors to a horse's health and well-being.... |
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Miniature Schnauzer
Tammy Gagne - T.F.H. Publications, Inc., 2015.
Format: Print book
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The Miniature Schnauzer is an intelligent, loving, and playful dog. Newly authored text by a Miniature Schnauzer expert shows how this charming and active breed has a big personality rolled into an economical package. Written by an expert on the breed, Dogs 101 Miniature Schnauzer is the essential... |
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Cat Castles: 20 Cardboard Habitats You Can Build Yourself
Carin Oliver - Quirk Books
Format: Print book
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Build your cat "paw-some" homemade habitats with easy instructions and common materials. Shoeboxes and paper bags are fine for other cats. But your favorite felines deserve luxurious living spaces! This DIY construction guide includes fun and easy instructions for making cardboard... |
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Self-Sufficiency: Foraging for Wild Foods
David Squire - IMM Lifestyle Books
Format: Print book
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Arranged in a directory of categories divided into wild plants, herbs, fruits, nuts, mushrooms, seaweeds and shellfish, this book has all of the information you need to forage for yourself.You'd be surprised at the bounty of wild food you can find practically on your doorstep: some... |
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The Homing Instinct: Meaning & Mystery in Animal Migration
Bernd Heinrich - Mariner Books
Format: Hardcover
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"A noted naturalist explores the centrality of home in the lives of humans and other animals . . . A special treat for readers of natural history" (Kirkus Reviews) . Every year, many species make the journey from one place to another, following the same paths and ending up in the same... |
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The Paleoart of Julius Csotonyi
Julius Csotonyi - Titan Books
Format: Hardcover
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The collected works of Julius Csotonyi, one of the world's most high profile and talented contemporary paleoartists. Csotonyi has considerable academic expertise that contributes to his stunning dynamic art.Csotonyi represents the natural world photorealistically and has been influenced... |
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Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises: A Natural History and Species Guide
Annalisa Berta - University Of Chicago Press
Format: Hardcover
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The eighty-nine cetacean species that swim our seas and rivers are as diverse as they are intelligent and elusive, from the hundred-foot-long, two-hundred-ton blue whale to the lesser-known tucuxi, ginkgo-toothed beaked whale, and diminutive, critically endangered vaquita. The huge distances... |
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Firefly Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians
Chris Mattison - Firefly Books
Format: Print book
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"With lush color photographs and lavishly detailed illustrations, this encyclopedia presents a striking abundance of information at a glance.... Strongly recommended for high school, public, and academic libraries." --BOOKLIST (for previous edition) The Firefly... |
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Fit Cat: Tips and Tricks to Give Your Pet a Longer, Healthier, Happier Life
Arden Moore - Firefly Books, 2015. ©2015
Format: Print book
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Household cats are happy to lie about, preferably in a sunny spot, their only effort a trip to the food bowl or litter box. It is up to their humans to keep them healthy, physically active and mentally engaged. Fit Cat provides cat owners with a road map to the best care they can give their... |
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Being a Dog: Following the Dog Into a World of Smell
Alexandra Horowitz - Scribner
Format: Print book
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Alexandra Horowitz, the author of the lively, highly informative New York Times bestselling blockbuster Inside of a Dog, explains how dogs perceive the world through their most spectacular organ - the nose - and how we humans can put our under-used sense of smell to work in surprising... |
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The Horse Care Handbook
Ashley Wood - Chartwell Books; Spi edition
Format: Hardcover
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Designed for breeders and owners alike, this invaluable resource is organized in an easy reference format which helps the reader specify the proper care for various horse breeds. Features hundreds of photographs and specific advice on each breed.Book includesIntroduction to the personality... |
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Bears in the Backyard: Big Animals, Sprawling Suburbs, and the New Urban Jungle
Edward R. Ricciuti - Countryman Press; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover
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Fang and claw have jumped the white picket fence as encounters with cougars in Chicago, alligators in Florida, and bears virtually everywhere have become increasingly commonplace. Author Edward Ricciuti explores cutting-edge research into why its happening, how it impacts all of us, and how to deal... |
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Shake Cats
Carli Davidson - Harper Design
Format: Hardcover
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The fur flies in this irresistible third installment in the bestselling Shake series by popular pet photographer Carli Davidson, featuring adorable and hysterical color photographs of more than sixty cats caught mid-shake.Pet photographer Carli Davidson has enchanted readers around the world... |
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101 Things for Kids to Do on a Rainy Day
Dawn Isaac - Firefly Books
Format: Print book
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In 101 Things for Kids to Do Outside Dawn Isaac presented a diverse collection of activities designed to inspire kids to get out of the house and play. Rainy days are a different matter. Knowing that it can be particularly challenging to pull kids off the couch, Isaac created 101 activities... |
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Complete Guide to a Healthy Dog
Eve Adamson - T.F.H. Publications, Inc.,
Format: Print book
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Keeping a dog healthy, well-behaved, well-adjusted, and a contributing family member takes planning and special knowledge. Animal Planet Complete Guide to a Healthy Dog is the essential reference for making a dog's life as healthy and happy as possible. From understanding how dogs think... |
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Wild Cats of the World
Luke Hunter - Bloomsbury Natural History, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2015.
Format: Print book
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From the rabbit-sized Black-footed Cat of southern Africa to bear-killing Amur tigers of the Russian Far East, the 38 members of the Cat Family include some of the world's most fascinating and magnificent species on earth. Supremely adapted for the kill, all cats are obligate carnivores;... |
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Every Dog: A Book of Over 450 Breeds
Nancy J Hajeski - Firefly Books
Format: Paperback
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Every Dog: A Book of Over 450 Breeds packs in a lot of information. Illustrations, text, charts, tables and icons make it an ideal reference for all dog lovers, who will enjoy flipping through the pages. The over 450 breeds are thoroughly researched and represent canines from... |
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Penguins of America
James Patterson - Little
Format: Print book
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A lavishly illustrated, humorous book from the world's #1 bestselling writer and his son that shows how humans and penguins really aren't that different after all. Penguins--our lovable, cute, flightless friends who are constantly dressed for a formal occasion--have always fascinated... |
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Rabbit Breeds: The Pocket Guide to 49 Essential Breeds
Lynn M Stone - Storey Publishing
Format: Print book
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Rabbits are the third-most popular pet in the United States and have also earned significant farming and commercial followings: fiber enthusiasts love angora for its light-weight warmth, and chefs are serving up increasing amounts of their high-protein, low-fat meat. In Rabbit Breeds, photographer... |
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Among Chimpanzees: Field Notes from the Race to Save Our Endangered Relatives
Nancy J. Merrick - Beacon Press
Format: Hardcover
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Foreword by Jane GoodallA former student and colleague of Jane Goodall shares stories of chimps and their heroes, and takes readers on a journey to save mans closest relative. Unbeknownst to much of the public, chimps are in trouble censuses show them to be extinct in four African countries... |
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What It's Like to Be a Dog: And Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience
Gregory Berns - Basic Books
Format: Hardcover
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What is it like to be a dog? A bat? Or a dolphin? To find out, neuroscientist Gregory Berns and his team began with a radical step: they taught dogs to go into an MRI scanner-completely awake. They discovered what makes dogs individuals with varying capacities for self-control, different... |
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Purr: A Cat Therapy Guide to Happiness
GILLES DIERDERICHS - Harper Design
Format: Hardcover
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Let the four-legged masters of Zen - cats - help you cultivate happiness in this meditative guide that uses feline behavior as a model for inner peace and includes an interactive cover which produces the sound of five different soothing purrs.With their let-it-go attitude, de-stressing... |
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Maltese
Jenny Drastura - T.F.H. Publications, Inc., 2015.
Format: Print book
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The lively and joyful Maltese has been bewitching dog lovers for years. Newly authored text by a Maltese expert demonstrates how these happy-go-lucky toy dogs can fit into any family willing to give them the time and attention they crave. Written by an expert on the breed, Dogs 101 Maltese... |
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Tales of Remarkable Birds
Dominic Couzens - Bloomsbury USA
Format: Hardcover
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Throughout the bird world, examples of strange and seemingly inexplicable behavior abound. For example: Why do male Fairywrens bring flowers to females as a nuptial gift in the pre-dawn darkness? Especially when the gift-givers are not the official mates of the females concerned, but visitors,... |
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1,000 Butterflies: An Illustrated Guide to the World's Most Beautiful Butterflies
Adrian Hoskins - New Holland Publishers (UK)
Format: Print book
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This wonderfully illustrated book is essentially a photographic guide to the butterflies of the world. It will cover 1,000 species from every corner of the globe, encompassing all key families and species, including the likes of monarchs, birdwings, swordtails, morphos, glasswings, and so on. Species... |
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Driving the Future: Combating Climate Change with Cleaner, Smarter Cars
Margo T Oge - Arcade Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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A distinguished expert offers a dazzling preview of the cars of the future, while exploring the science and politics behind climate change.As the director of the EPA's Office of Transportation and Air Quality, engineer Margo Oge was the chief architect behind the Obama administration's... |
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