Author: Margaret Olivia McManis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571686053
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
In 1892 on a Texas ranch, ten-year-old Ima Hogg rides her pet ostrich in a race against her brothers who are on horsback. Includes facts about the real Ima, daughter of Texas Governor James Stephen Hogg.
Ima & the Great Texas Ostrich Race
Author: Margaret Olivia McManis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571686053
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
In 1892 on a Texas ranch, ten-year-old Ima Hogg rides her pet ostrich in a race against her brothers who are on horsback. Includes facts about the real Ima, daughter of Texas Governor James Stephen Hogg.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571686053
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
In 1892 on a Texas ranch, ten-year-old Ima Hogg rides her pet ostrich in a race against her brothers who are on horsback. Includes facts about the real Ima, daughter of Texas Governor James Stephen Hogg.
Ostrich
Author: Edgar Williams
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780230664
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Ostriches may not be able to fly, but they loom large in the bird kingdom. They are the world’s tallest and heaviest living birds, and they lay the largest eggs. With their long legs, ostriches are also fleet of foot, running up to 43 miles per hour, and formidable fighters—an ostrich kick can kill. But since the beginning of history, these extraordinary and outlandish birds have also been exploited by humans for their eggs, meat, skin, and feathers. In Ostrich, Edgar Williams provides a singular, comprehensive insight into the natural history, behavior, and habitat of this monumental bird. Williams describes how the demand for ostrich feathers was so great during the Victorian era that vast fortunes were made from ostrich farming, particularly in South Africa and the United States. After fashions changed following World War I, farmers lost their fortunes, but the now domesticated ostrich found a new purpose—today, ostrich farmers produce plumes and leather for luxury markets, as well as meat for grocery stores. In addition to telling its, Williams reveals how the ostrich has been featured in culture, from its representations in cave paintings, medieval manuscripts, and the Bayeux tapestry to its use in advertising and cartoons. Featuring many striking illustrations, Ostrich will interest nature lovers, artists, and fashionistas alike.
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780230664
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Ostriches may not be able to fly, but they loom large in the bird kingdom. They are the world’s tallest and heaviest living birds, and they lay the largest eggs. With their long legs, ostriches are also fleet of foot, running up to 43 miles per hour, and formidable fighters—an ostrich kick can kill. But since the beginning of history, these extraordinary and outlandish birds have also been exploited by humans for their eggs, meat, skin, and feathers. In Ostrich, Edgar Williams provides a singular, comprehensive insight into the natural history, behavior, and habitat of this monumental bird. Williams describes how the demand for ostrich feathers was so great during the Victorian era that vast fortunes were made from ostrich farming, particularly in South Africa and the United States. After fashions changed following World War I, farmers lost their fortunes, but the now domesticated ostrich found a new purpose—today, ostrich farmers produce plumes and leather for luxury markets, as well as meat for grocery stores. In addition to telling its, Williams reveals how the ostrich has been featured in culture, from its representations in cave paintings, medieval manuscripts, and the Bayeux tapestry to its use in advertising and cartoons. Featuring many striking illustrations, Ostrich will interest nature lovers, artists, and fashionistas alike.
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Languages : en
Pages : 486
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Languages : en
Pages : 486
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Languages : en
Pages : 2068
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Languages : en
Pages : 2068
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Languages : en
Pages : 912
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Category : Children's libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 912
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Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 1320
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Every 3rd issue is a quarterly cumulation.
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Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 1320
Book Description
Every 3rd issue is a quarterly cumulation.
2004 Children's Book Market
Author: Ellen Hopkins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889715155
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889715155
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
Books In Print 2004-2005
Author: Ed Bowker Staff
Publisher: R. R. Bowker
ISBN: 9780835246422
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 3274
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Publisher: R. R. Bowker
ISBN: 9780835246422
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 3274
Book Description
Children's Book Review Index
Author: Gary C. Tarbert
Publisher:
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Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 948
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Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 948
Book Description
Children's Books in Print
Author: R R Bowker Publishing
Publisher: R. R. Bowker
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1662
Book Description
Publisher: R. R. Bowker
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1662
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