Author: Alberto Manguel
Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
This book represents the best of the nature-writing genre in over three dozenworks from the past three centuries.
By The Light Of The Glow-worm Lamp
Author: Alberto Manguel
Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
This book represents the best of the nature-writing genre in over three dozenworks from the past three centuries.
Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
This book represents the best of the nature-writing genre in over three dozenworks from the past three centuries.
Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs
Author: Lynn Frierson Faust
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
ISBN: 0820348724
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, “The Lightning Bug Lady,” has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures. Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification. Clear photos illustrate the insects’ distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem. FEATURES Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paper • Extensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names—Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more—for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
ISBN: 0820348724
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, “The Lightning Bug Lady,” has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures. Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification. Clear photos illustrate the insects’ distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem. FEATURES Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paper • Extensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names—Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more—for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach
Lakhmir Singhs Science for Class 6
Author: Lakhmir Singh & Manjit Kaur
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
ISBN: 9352530225
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
Lakhmir Singhs Science is a series of books which conforms to the NCERT syllabus. The main aim of writing this series is to help students understand difficult scientific concepts in a simple manner in easy language. The ebook version does not contain CD.
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
ISBN: 9352530225
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
Lakhmir Singhs Science is a series of books which conforms to the NCERT syllabus. The main aim of writing this series is to help students understand difficult scientific concepts in a simple manner in easy language. The ebook version does not contain CD.
The Every-day Book of Natural History. Comprising a Note for Every Day on the Flowers, Insects, Birds, Animals, &c., Most Commonly Observed on Rambles Into the Country ... With Illustration
Author: James CUNDALL
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 546
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 546
Book Description
Life-lights of song, ed. by D. Page
Author: Life-lights
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
The Every-day Book of Natural History ...
Author: James Cundall
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
The Reform Advocate
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Reform Judaism
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Reform Judaism
Languages : en
Pages : 1196
Book Description
Episodes of insect life. By Acheta Domestica
Author: Miss L. M. Budgen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 456
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 456
Book Description
Visitor
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Subject headings, Library of Congress
Languages : en
Pages : 1594
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Subject headings, Library of Congress
Languages : en
Pages : 1594
Book Description