Nature Books

This book presents the most up-to-date research and information regarding the ... This book presents the most up-to-date research and information regarding the origin chemistry fate and health impacts of airborne particulate matter in urban areas a topic which has received a great deal of attention in recent years due to... more

This book covers a range of topics about the biology and ecology of coral reef... This book covers a range of topics about the biology and ecology of coral reefs. It details recent developments in coral evolution and physiology and presents novel frontiers in coral reef research from remote sensing to damaged coral reef remediation. more

The Thar Desert also known as the Great Indian Desert is a large arid region i... The Thar Desert also known as the Great Indian Desert is a large arid region in the 2 northwesternpartoftheIndiansubcontinent.Withanextentof280 000km itisthe 17th largest desert in the world. It lies mostly in the Indian state of Rajasthan and... more

This volume details new palaeolimnological findings from eastern and central E... This volume details new palaeolimnological findings from eastern and central Europe. It reviews the late Quaternary records from the Carpathian region and presents new results on the history of a crater lake glacial lakes in the Tatra Mountains and... more

Coral communities are among the most fascinating of all biotic assemblages on ... Coral communities are among the most fascinating of all biotic assemblages on earth. It is their rich diversity and the strong biological interactions which characterize these communities that provides the focus for this book. Here I describe... more

Sometimes known as Red Tides some of the wide variety of phytoplankton species... Sometimes known as Red Tides some of the wide variety of phytoplankton species in the World s oceans produce toxins which can harm marine life. In certain circumstances these harmful algae blooms can even cause illness or death in humans. Shellfish... more

Shards of glass can cut and wound or magnify a vision Terry Tempest Williams t... Shards of glass can cut and wound or magnify a vision Terry Tempest Williams tells us. Mosaic celebrates brokenness and the beauty of being brought together. Ranging from Ravenna Italy where she learns the ancient art of mosaic to the American... more

Located at the narrow end of the funnel-shaped Mississippi flyway zone south L... Located at the narrow end of the funnel-shaped Mississippi flyway zone south Louisiana serves as a seasonal stopover for wintering birds from all across North America as well as for some neotropical birds from Central America. Many other bird... more

There are nearly 1 000 species of freshwater fishes in North America alone and... There are nearly 1 000 species of freshwater fishes in North America alone and identifying them can sometimes be a daunting task. In fact in just the twenty years since publication of the first edition of the Peterson Field Guide to Freshwater... more

This guide features 52 outdoor adventures for families keyed to the best times... This guide features 52 outdoor adventures for families keyed to the best times to visit. Information about travel natural history and fun-filled activities is included. Every season offers new reasons to get outside and explore--if visitors know... more

Did you know that the king cobra snake has enough venom in each bite to kill a... Did you know that the king cobra snake has enough venom in each bite to kill an elephant? Learn all about the world s most dangerous animals--including tiger sharks black widow spiders and polar bears--in this fact-filled Level 3 reader. more

At a time when night-singing insects have slipped beyond our notice--indeed ar... At a time when night-singing insects have slipped beyond our notice--indeed are more likely to be heard as NatureSounds than in a backyard--John Himmelman reconnects people to the crickets and katydids whose songs form a part of our own natural... more

Moral Ground brings together the testimony of over 80 visionaries -- theologia... Moral Ground brings together the testimony of over 80 visionaries -- theologians and religious leaders scientists elected officials business leaders naturists activists and writers -- to present a diverse and compelling call to honor our individual... more

The definitive field guide to the marvelous birds of New Guinea This is the co... The definitive field guide to the marvelous birds of New Guinea This is the completely revised edition of the essential field guide to the birds of New Guinea. The world s largest tropical island New Guinea boasts a spectacular avifauna... more

Issues of global warming continue to be relevant and every day brings front-pa... Issues of global warming continue to be relevant and every day brings front-page stories about the weather generating new research raising even more questions and possible solutions. Storm Chaser is a mesmerizing look at some of the catastrophic... more

Naturalist Craig Childs s utterly memorable and fantastic study of the desert ... Naturalist Craig Childs s utterly memorable and fantastic study of the desert s dangerous beauty is based on years of adventures in the deserts of the American West (Washington Post). Like the highest mountain peaks deserts are environments that can... more

The most comprehensive field guide available to over 650 species of trees in N... The most comprehensive field guide available to over 650 species of trees in North America s eastern region--a must-have for any enthusiast s day pack or home library--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers. Nearly 700... more

Bringing together the expertise of rhetoricians in English and communication a... Bringing together the expertise of rhetoricians in English and communication as well as media studies scholars Arguments about Animal Ethics delves into the rhetorical and discursive practices of participants in controversies over the use of... more

Over 400 photos of representative feathers from 379 species. Over 400 photos of representative feathers from 379 species. more

The finest most lavishly illustrated photographic guide to the birds of wester... The finest most lavishly illustrated photographic guide to the birds of western North America Combining informative and accessible text up-to-date maps and--above all--stunning color photographs this is the best and most lavishly illustrated... more