Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780753413210
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
The latest addition to the Kingfisher concise encyclopedic range of books is a comprehensive guide to the living world and its inhabitants - both flora and fauna. There is an incredible diversity of life on earth, from microscopic, single-celled organisms to giant redwoods and blue whales. This authoritative new reference book explores every major plant and animal group, richly illustrating the extraordinary range of living things that is found in every corner of the planet. The encyclopedia is arranged in three parts. The introductory section, A Planet Apart, guides the reader through the formation of the planet, the beginning of life and evolution, to animal and plant life today. The second section, The Living World, introduces the kingdoms of life on the planet, from microlife, through plants to animals. The third and main section of the book, Wildlife Habitats, takes a detailed look at the world's habitats, with features that highlight topics such as 'plant galls' and 'animal nomads'. There are also species features that focus on animals or plants that are of particular interest, such as the Arctic bumblebee or the welwitschia plant.
The Kingfisher Concise Nature Encyclopedia
Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780753413210
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
The latest addition to the Kingfisher concise encyclopedic range of books is a comprehensive guide to the living world and its inhabitants - both flora and fauna. There is an incredible diversity of life on earth, from microscopic, single-celled organisms to giant redwoods and blue whales. This authoritative new reference book explores every major plant and animal group, richly illustrating the extraordinary range of living things that is found in every corner of the planet. The encyclopedia is arranged in three parts. The introductory section, A Planet Apart, guides the reader through the formation of the planet, the beginning of life and evolution, to animal and plant life today. The second section, The Living World, introduces the kingdoms of life on the planet, from microlife, through plants to animals. The third and main section of the book, Wildlife Habitats, takes a detailed look at the world's habitats, with features that highlight topics such as 'plant galls' and 'animal nomads'. There are also species features that focus on animals or plants that are of particular interest, such as the Arctic bumblebee or the welwitschia plant.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780753413210
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
The latest addition to the Kingfisher concise encyclopedic range of books is a comprehensive guide to the living world and its inhabitants - both flora and fauna. There is an incredible diversity of life on earth, from microscopic, single-celled organisms to giant redwoods and blue whales. This authoritative new reference book explores every major plant and animal group, richly illustrating the extraordinary range of living things that is found in every corner of the planet. The encyclopedia is arranged in three parts. The introductory section, A Planet Apart, guides the reader through the formation of the planet, the beginning of life and evolution, to animal and plant life today. The second section, The Living World, introduces the kingdoms of life on the planet, from microlife, through plants to animals. The third and main section of the book, Wildlife Habitats, takes a detailed look at the world's habitats, with features that highlight topics such as 'plant galls' and 'animal nomads'. There are also species features that focus on animals or plants that are of particular interest, such as the Arctic bumblebee or the welwitschia plant.
Concise Encyclopedia
Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781871854497
Category : Life sciences
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781871854497
Category : Life sciences
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Childrens Concise Nature Encyclopedia
Author: Neil Grant
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781859620533
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781859620533
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Concise Encyclopedia of Nature
Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780606178044
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780606178044
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Concise Animal Encyclopedia
Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780753408148
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
This compact marvel covers the animal kingdom from the tiniest protozoan to the mightiest mammal. Organized by classification and packed with vibrant photographs and informative detail, this visual safari covers the gamut of phylums, classes, orders, families, and genus, including invertebrates, insects, amphibians, mammals, birds, and reptiles. Special feature panels that focus on various aspects of animal behavior including camouflage, migration, and hibernation enhance the clear layout. Easy-to-use, authoritative and a perfect gift for young animal lovers, this colorful volume is an ideal resource.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780753408148
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
This compact marvel covers the animal kingdom from the tiniest protozoan to the mightiest mammal. Organized by classification and packed with vibrant photographs and informative detail, this visual safari covers the gamut of phylums, classes, orders, families, and genus, including invertebrates, insects, amphibians, mammals, birds, and reptiles. Special feature panels that focus on various aspects of animal behavior including camouflage, migration, and hibernation enhance the clear layout. Easy-to-use, authoritative and a perfect gift for young animal lovers, this colorful volume is an ideal resource.
Concise Encyclopedia of Nature
Author: Michael Chinery
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Concise Encyclopedia [of] Nature
Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Children's Concise Nature Encyclopedia
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780749803384
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
An encyclopedia for children on the subject of nature. Includes eight sections describing the many aspects of nature - from the emergence of life to wildlife in the future. Suggested level: intermediate, secondary.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780749803384
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
An encyclopedia for children on the subject of nature. Includes eight sections describing the many aspects of nature - from the emergence of life to wildlife in the future. Suggested level: intermediate, secondary.
Children's Concise Encyclopedia of Nature
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Britannica Concise Encyclopedia
Author: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
ISBN: 1593394926
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2146
Book Description
Britannica Concise Encyclopedia is the perfect resource for information on the people, places, and events of yesterday and today. Students, teachers, and librarians can find fast facts combined with the quality and accuracy that have made Britannica the brand to trust. A tool for both the classroom and the library, no other desk reference can compare.
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
ISBN: 1593394926
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2146
Book Description
Britannica Concise Encyclopedia is the perfect resource for information on the people, places, and events of yesterday and today. Students, teachers, and librarians can find fast facts combined with the quality and accuracy that have made Britannica the brand to trust. A tool for both the classroom and the library, no other desk reference can compare.