This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on 200 species of fungi found in Britain & the near Continent. The range covered demonstrates the incredible variety that exists within the world of fungi, from the better-known groups such as the boletes & russulas, to more esoteric & often strangely shaped types like bracket fungi, clubs, corals, puffballs, stinkhorns & elfcups. All the species are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show
- where relevant
- characteristics of shape & other aspects of appearance that change during their lives. A concise written account covers size, description, habitat & the season in which each fungus may be found. 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 for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, this book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. It also

Includes:: a foldout insert with at-a-glance illustrations showing comparisons between similar-looking fungi.



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The seashore is unlike any terrestial habitat, & the plants & animals that occur on it are usually very different in form from their l&-based relatives. This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on nearly 180 species that live in the area between land & sea called the intertidal, or littoral, zone. It

Includes:: all the most common molluscs, crustaceans, seaweeds, fishes, spiny creatures such as starfishes & sea urchins, mammals & many other species found here, & is invaluable for anyone wanting to find out more about the fascinating shells & other objects they may pick up on our shores. All the species are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks, & a concise written account for each covers data such as size, general description, habitat, ecology, & distribution in Britain & the near Continent. 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 for the nature enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, this book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. Also included is a foldout insert with at-a-glance illustrations showing comparisons between similar-looking species.

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This beautifully illustrated pocket field guide is packed with information on the trees of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 160 species, all of which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show details of mature trees, leaves, growth patterns & other interesting features. A concise written account covering size, description, habitat, distribution & habits appears on the same page as the illustrations for each species. The easy-to-follow layouts & superb artworks help in accurate identification, making this book an invaluable reference source. It is compact enough to fit in the pocket, yet packed with essential information for the natural history enthusiast. To protect it against the elements in the field, the book is wrapped in a durable plastic wallet. A fold-out insert with at-a-glance pictures showing comparisons between trees helps quick & easy identification of various species. It is suitable for wildlife enthusiasts wanting to identify trees in Britain & other parts of northern Europe; people who want a portable yet authoritative tree book to take on nature walks or to keep in their home or car; &, both adults & children
- part of the ultimate collectable nature book series.
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This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the most common wild flowers of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 180 species, all of which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show details of the flowers, leaves & growth habit of the plant. A concise written account covering size, description, habitat, flowering time, 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 with at-a-glance illustrations showing flowers grouped by colour. ...

This beautifully illustrated mini field guide is packed with information on the most common wild flowers of Britain & the near Continent. It covers more than 180 species, all of which are illustrated with superb full-colour artworks that show details of the flowers, leaves & growth habit of the plant. A concise written account covering size, description, habitat, flowering time, 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 with at-a-glance illustrations showing flowers grouped by colour. It is suitable for wildlife enthusiasts wanting to identify flowers in Britain & other parts of northern Europe, & people who want a portable yet authoritative wild-flower book 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. ...

The Concise World Atlas of Wine contains both the full text & the 200 maps that are the core appeal of the original, larger format wine atlas by Hugh Johnson & Jancis Robinson, only in an easier to handle & transport version. Aimed at wine enthusiasts & connoisseurs The Concise World Atlas of Wine combines essential, well researched information on wines of the world, written by the authoritative Johnson & Robinson, with clear & detailed up-to-date maps for each significant wine growing area. ...

The Pope is dead. Behind the locked doors of the Sistine Chapel, one hundred & eighteen cardinals from all over the globe will cast their votes in the world`s most secretive election. They are holy men. But they have ambition. & they have rivals. Over the next seventy-two hours one of them will become the most powerful spiritual figure on earth. ...

The Pope is dead. Behind the locked doors of the Sistine Chapel, one hundred & eighteen cardinals from all over the globe will cast their votes in the world`s most secretive election. They are holy men. But they have ambition. & they have rivals. Over the next seventy-two hours one of them will become the most powerful spiritual figure on earth. ...

Concorde airplane model. Replica of the passenger aircraft that came into commercial service in 1976 & retired in 2003. Solid h&-cast, polished aluminum. Perfect addition to any desktop. If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

When commercial air services were launched in 1976, Concorde was hailed as one of the wonders of the technological world. Flying at speeds in excess of Mach 2, she was the only commercial airliner ever developed that could maintain twice the speed of sound for periods of over two hours. This is a complete illustrated guide to Concorde, which examines how its designers had to overcome significant challenges in the pursuit of supersonic commercial passenger travel. It documents early opposition to the development of supersonic flight, going on to trace Concorde`s path to commercial success. With stunning photography of the aircraft in development & in service, this gift book tells the story of one of the greatest engineering & technological feats of modern history. ...