Author: Tej Kumar Shrestha
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789937235419
Category : Biodiversity
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Himalayan Flowers, Trees, and Animals
Author: Tej Kumar Shrestha
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789937235419
Category : Biodiversity
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789937235419
Category : Biodiversity
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Valley of Flowers
Author: Frank Smythe
Publisher: Vertebrate Publishing
ISBN: 191024032X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
In his delightful The Valley of Flowers, mountaineer Frank Smythe takes you on a botanical expedition to the Garhwal Himalaya. Alongside the author, scale the steep craggy mountains and bathe in crystal clear pools; breathe in the scented foothills of the Himalaya and their carpets of peonies, roses, rhododendrons and gentian. Experience 'the keen, biting air of the heights and the soft, scented air of the valleys'. Climber and adventurer Smythe journeys through the Himalaya's Byundar Pass, climbs the Mana Peak, descends into the Byundar Valley, and comes terrifyingly close to an encounter with The Abominable Snowman. The Valley of Flowers is a pleasurable escape for any climber, walker, mountain lover or gardener, or indeed anyone who needs reminding of the beauty and serenity of the natural world.
Publisher: Vertebrate Publishing
ISBN: 191024032X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
In his delightful The Valley of Flowers, mountaineer Frank Smythe takes you on a botanical expedition to the Garhwal Himalaya. Alongside the author, scale the steep craggy mountains and bathe in crystal clear pools; breathe in the scented foothills of the Himalaya and their carpets of peonies, roses, rhododendrons and gentian. Experience 'the keen, biting air of the heights and the soft, scented air of the valleys'. Climber and adventurer Smythe journeys through the Himalaya's Byundar Pass, climbs the Mana Peak, descends into the Byundar Valley, and comes terrifyingly close to an encounter with The Abominable Snowman. The Valley of Flowers is a pleasurable escape for any climber, walker, mountain lover or gardener, or indeed anyone who needs reminding of the beauty and serenity of the natural world.
Earthtrek Geography 4
Author: Rita Fernandez
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House
ISBN: 9325967510
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Earthtrek, a NEW series in Geography for classes 3-8, based on the latest ICSE syllabus, aims at introducing and developing concepts of Geography in a captivating style. The books attempt to create curiosity and interest in the mind of the learners through interesting activities and map work.
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House
ISBN: 9325967510
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Earthtrek, a NEW series in Geography for classes 3-8, based on the latest ICSE syllabus, aims at introducing and developing concepts of Geography in a captivating style. The books attempt to create curiosity and interest in the mind of the learners through interesting activities and map work.
In Defense of Plants
Author: Matt Candeias
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
Illustrations of West Himalayan flowering plants
Author: M. A. Rau
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
The Variation of Animals and Plants Under Domestication
Author: Charles Darwin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
Trees of the Sikkim Himalaya
Author: Topdhan Rai
Publisher: Indus Publishing
ISBN: 9788173870019
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Publisher: Indus Publishing
ISBN: 9788173870019
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The Variation of Animals and Plants Under Domestication
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
Concise Flowers of the Himalaya
Author: Oleg Polunin
Publisher: OUP India
ISBN: 9780195644142
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This concise edition features all of the illustrations contained in the definitive parent volume, with abbreviated descriptions, mostly of the illustrated species.
Publisher: OUP India
ISBN: 9780195644142
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This concise edition features all of the illustrations contained in the definitive parent volume, with abbreviated descriptions, mostly of the illustrated species.
The Variation of Animals and Plants Under Domestication
Author: Charles Darwin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108014232
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 502
Book Description
A key text in the development of Darwin's thought and an early defence of natural selection against theories of design.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108014232
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 502
Book Description
A key text in the development of Darwin's thought and an early defence of natural selection against theories of design.