Andy Rouse has gained a reputation for getting up close & personal with his subjects -ranging from lions & elephants in Africa to penguins in Antarctica, & taking in a whole host of African, European & North American wildlife on the way. In Concepts of Nature the author brings together some of his most memorable images from a genre-defining portfolio spanning four continents. Split into three parts, Concepts of Nature begins with ` Visions`, in which Rouse presents the photographs, many published here for the fist time, which he feels were the landmarks in his career & in his development from a one `big shot` specialist to an artist who can capture the whole story of a species & its environment. In ` Expression` he then discusses & illustrates the ideas & techniques that have enabled him to create a series of themed portfolios devoted to a single species or ecosystem -such as those he made in South Georgia & Antarctica. Finally, in ` Inspiration` Rouse turns to the work of other wildlife photographers who have inspired & influenced him. There is also an appendix giving technical details of the individual photographs. For aspiring wildlife photographers, this book will itself be an inspiration, showing just what can be achieved with skill, patience & an extraordinary eye for the telling & dramatic shot. But it will also be treasured by the host of wildlife enthusiasts who admire Andy Rouse`s pictures, attend his lectures or watch his television programmes. ...

Through detailed, accurate maps & innovative, engaging design, ” The Concise Atlas of the World, Third Edition” examines & covers the latest geopolitical developments & brings to light the important, relevant topics that grip the planet. From new maps that cover areas of turbulent civil strife in Afghanistan, Pakistan, & Iraq to world thematic spreads that reveal insight to fresh water scarcity, global warming, population growth, & energy resources & consumption, the atlas addresses the hot spots of the world`s challenges & also celebrates its wonders & magnificence. It reviews with dynamic graphics & compelling annotations & captions the vital facts, developments, & trends of the world today. The atlas displays with visual exuberance the planet`s landscape from the North Pole to the brand new, state-of-the art map of Antarctica. ...

This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the birds of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 250 species, which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show
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- variations in plumage, for example for male, female & juvenile birds, & breeding & non-breeding birds. A concise written account covering size, description, voice, habitat, distribution & habits appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, & make this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert illustrating such topics as variations in plumage in flying birds of different species. This title is suitable for: wildlife enthusiasts wanting to identify birds in Britain & other parts of northern Europe, & those who want a portable yet authoritative bird books to take on nature walks or to keep in their home or car. Suitable for both adults & children, it is part of the ultimate collectable nature book series.

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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the birds of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 250 species, which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show
- where relevant
- variations in plumage, for example for male, female & juvenile birds, & breeding & non-breeding birds. A concise written account covering size, description, voice, habitat, distribution & habits appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, & make this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert illustrating such topics as variations in plumage in flying birds of different species.

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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the butterflies & moths of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 150 species, all of which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show
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- variations in colour, for example for male & female butterflies, as well as some of the most spectacular caterpillars. A concise written account covering size, description, habitat, flight times, distribution, foodplants & habits appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, & make this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert with at-a-glance illustrations showing butterflies & moths by colour & pattern.

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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the coastal birds of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 170 species, which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show
- where relevant
- variations in plumage, for example for male, female & juvenile birds, & breeding & non-breeding birds. A concise written account covering size, description, voice, habitat, distribution & habits appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, & make this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket yet packed with essential information for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert illustrating such topics as variations in plumage in flying birds of different species. Renowned natural history artists Richard Allen, David Daly, Szabolc Kokay, Dan Cole & Stephen Message painted the artworks.

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From Afrikaans to Zulu, almost 100 languages from the comprehensive ” Compendium of the World`s Languages” are featured in this new concise version. Many articles have been revised. ” The Concise Compendium” presents a detailed comparative study of the major & many of the lesser known languages of the world. Included are representatives of all language families, with samples of Amerindian, such as Navajo & of African languages, such as Fulani & Nama; languages of politically independent groups in the former USSR, like Uzbek & Belorussian; &, those of political pressure groups, such as Breton & Catalan & significant community/ethnic languages, including Amharic & Vietnamese. Throughout, the treatment is factual & jargon-free. Articles of this title are ordered alphabetically & each has a standard structure for ease of reference: general historical & sociolinguistic introduction; writing system; sound system; &, grammatical system. A passage from the Gospel of St. John illustrates each language with a written tradition. These scripts are explained in an appendix at the end of the book. This title presents 100 of the world`s major languages & representatives of different language groups, politically significant languages & particularly interesting ones. ...

This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is first & foremost a garden bird identification guide containing detailed descriptions of the most commonly encountered species, as well as some rarities & birds you may only see flying overhead in gardens. Eighty-eight species, illustrated with more than 400 superb full-colour artworks, are covered. The book also

Includes:: general guidelines on food, feeders, nest boxes & other items that can greatly increase the presence of birds in your garden. A concise written account for each species covers data such as size, general description, voice, habitat, food, occurrence in gardens, & distribution in Britain & the near Continent. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, making the book an indispensable reference in the field as well as in the home & garden. Compact enough to fit in the pocket & packed with essential information, the book is in addition wrapped in a durable plastic wallet to protect it against the elements outdoors. Also included is a fold-out insert that can be used as a quick recognition guide to birds & their activities in gardens.

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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is first & foremost a garden bird identification guide containing detailed descriptions of the most commonly encountered species, as well as some rarities & birds you may only see flying overhead in gardens. Eighty-eight species, illustrated with more than 400 superb full-colour artworks, are covered. The book also

Includes:: general guidelines on food, feeders, nest boxes & other items that can greatly increase the presence of birds in your garden. A concise written account for each species covers data such as size, general description, voice, habitat, food, occurrence in gardens, & distribution in Britain & the near Continent. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, making the book an indispensable reference in the field as well as in the home & garden. Compact enough to fit in the pocket & packed with essential information, the book is in addition wrapped in a durable plastic wallet to protect it against the elements outdoors. Also included is a fold-out insert that can be used as a quick recognition guide to birds & their activities in gardens.

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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the most common herbs from around the world. Many of these plants grow wild in Britain & other parts of Europe, & can also be cultivated in gardens. The guide in addition

Includes:: exotic but commonly used species such as Vanilla, Cloves, Cinnamon & Star-anise. More than 180 herbs are included, all of which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show details of the flowers & leaves, roots & bark where applicable, & growth habit of each plant. A concise written account covering culinary, medicinal & other uses, size, description, habitat & distribution appears on the same page. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks aid quick & accurate identification, making this book an indispensable reference in the field as well as at home. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a fold-out insert with at-a-glance illustrations showing herbs grouped by colour.

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