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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Over the centuries, natural history museums have evolved from being little more than musty repositories of stuffed animals and pinned bugs, to being crucial generators of new scientific knowledge. They have also become vibrant educational centers, full of engaging exhibits that share those discoveries with students and an enthusiastic general public. At the heart of it all from the very start have been curators. Yet after three decades as a natural history curator, Lance Grande found that he still had to explain to people what he does. This book is the answer and, oh, what an answer it is: lively, exciting, up-to-date, it offers a portrait of curators and curation like none we've seen, one that conveys the intellectual excitement and educational and social value of curation. Grande uses the personal story of his own career most of it spent at Chicago's storied Field Museum to structure his account as he explores the value of collections, the importance of public engagement, changing ecological and ethical considerations, and the impact of rapidly improving technology.Throughout, we are guided by Grande's keen sense of mission, of a job where the why is always as important as the what. Beautifully written and richly illustrated, this clear-eyed but loving account of the natural history museum and its place in our cultural and conservation landscape will appeal to fans of dusty dioramas and digital displays alike. Features Summary Over the centuries, natural history museums have evolved from being little more than musty repositories of stuffed animals and pinned bugs, to being crucial generators of new scientific knowledge... Author Lance Grande Publisher University of Chicago Press Release date 20170324 Pages 432 ISBN 0-226-19275-X ISBN 13 978-0-226-19275-8

The Museum of Natural History  Volume 1 & 2 By: Sir John Richardson et al 2 leatherspines with leather corners, vol1 spine has come adrift with tear, spine title has come off but is inside book so spine can be repaired, front cover board is adrift from book, vol 2 is complete & not adrift but front cover board is loose, there are many pages of handrawn plates coloured in the back of both books, a very nice set to repair, pages are agecoloured   Postage within South Africa R100.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation  

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days JOURNEY THROUGH the incredible 13.7 billion-year story of the entire history of the world from the Big Bang to the present day on a laminated 10-foot timeline wallchart. Ever wondered what on earth was going on at the time of Henry VIII? Follow your curiosity and see what else was happening at the time: Martin Luther is protesting against the Pope, Columbus has navigated his way to the Americas, Copernicus is expounding his radical theory about the universe, and the Incas are inhabiting their summer palace called Machu Picchu! This giant edition is specially designed to be unfolded and stuck up on a wall and makes a spectacular display for any library, bedroom, classroom, or anywhere curious people dwell. What on Earth? Posterbooks are fully laminated for extra durability and are easy to mount on a wall. Created in association with the American Museum of Natural History. Features Summary Unfold the history of the universe - from the Big Bang to the present day! Created in association with the American Museum of Natural History. Author Christopher Lloyd Publisher What on Earth Publishing Ltd Release date 20170413 Pages 8 ISBN 0-9954820-3-9 ISBN 13 978-0-9954820-3-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Since its foundation in 1860, the Oxford University Museum of Natural History's world-renowned collections have become a key centre for scientific study and its much-loved building an important icon for visitors from around the world. The museum now holds over seven million scientific specimens including five million insects, half a million fossil specimens and half a million zoological specimens. It also holds an extensive collection of archival material relating to important naturalists such as Charles Darwin, William Smith, William Jones and James Charles Dale. This lavishly illustrated book features highlights from the collections ranging from the iconic Dodo (the only soft tissue specimen of the species in existence) and the giant tuna (brought back from Madeira on a perilous sea crossing in 1846) to crabs collected by Darwin during his voyage on the Beagle, David Livingstone's tsetse fly specimens and Mary Anning's ichthyosaur. Also featured are the first described dinosaur bones, found in a small Oxfordshire village, the Red Lady of Paviland (who was in fact a man who lived 29,000 years ago) and a meteorite from the planet Mars. Each item tells a unique story about natural history, about the history of science, about collecting, or about the museum itself. They give a unique insight into the extraordinary wealth of information and the fascinating tales that can be gleaned from these collections, both from the past and for the future. Features Summary This lavishly illustrated book features highlights from the collections ranging from the iconic Dodo and the giant tuna to crabs collected by Darwin during his voyage on the Beagle... Author Kate Diston (Editor), Zoe Simmons (Editor) Publisher The Bodleian Library Release date 20181026 Pages 224 ISBN 1-85124-484-0 ISBN 13 978-1-85124-484-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Curators make many decisions when they build collections or design exhibitions, plotting a passage of discovery that also tells an essential story. Collecting captures the past in a way useful to the present and the future. Exhibits play to our senses and orchestrate our impressions, balancing presentation and preservation, information and emotion. Curators consider visitors' interactions with objects and with one another, how our bodies move through displays, how our eyes grasp objects, how we learn and how we feel. Inside the Lost Museum documents the work museums do and suggests ways these institutions can enrich the educational and aesthetic experience of their visitors.Woven throughout Inside the Lost Museum is the story of the Jenks Museum at Brown University, a nineteenth-century display of natural history, anthropology, and curiosities that disappeared a century ago. The Jenks Museum's past, and a recent effort by artist Mark Dion, Steven Lubar, and their students to reimagine it as art and history, serve as a framework for exploring the long record of museums' usefulness and service.Museum lovers know that energy and mystery run through every collection and exhibition. Lubar explains work behind the scenes--collecting, preserving, displaying, and using art and artifacts in teaching, research, and community-building--through historical and contemporary examples. Inside the Lost Museum speaks to the hunt, the find, and the reveal that make curating and visiting exhibitions and using collections such a rewarding and vital pursuit. Features Summary Museum lovers know that energy and mystery run through every exhibition. Steven Lubar explains work behind the scenes-collecting, preserving, displaying... Author Steven D. Lubar Publisher Harvard University Press Release date 20170725 Pages 416 ISBN 0-674-97104-3 ISBN 13 978-0-674-97104-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days This fully illustrated guide to the Smithsonian's newest museum takes visitors on a journey through the richness and diversity of African American culture and the history of a people whose struggles, aspirations, and achievements have shaped the nation. Opened in September 2016, the National Museum of African American History and Culture welcomes all visitors who seek to understand, remember, and celebrate this history. The guidebook provides a comprehensive tour of the museum, including its magnificent building and grounds and eleven permanent exhibition galleries dedicated to themes of history, community, and culture. Highlights from the museum's collection of artifacts and works of art are presented in full-color photographs, accompanied by evocative stories and voices that illuminate the American experience through the African American lens. Features Summary This fully illustrated guide to the Smithsonian's newest museum takes visitors on a journey through the richness and diversity of African American culture and the history of a people whose struggles... Author Nat'l Museum African American Hist/Cult (Author), Kathleen M. Kendrick (Author) Publisher Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press Release date 20170411 Pages 160 ISBN 1-58834-593-9 ISBN 13 978-1-58834-593-6

Inanda Seminary is an independent Christian boarding school for girls established by American Board missionaries in 1869. In 1999, it turned one of its historic buildings into a museum and archives – The Lucy Lindley Interpretive Centre. Today it is part of the Inanda Heritage Route and allows public access on a limited scale. The Seminary is seeking an intern who will be based at the Lucy Lindley Interpretive Centre. He / she must meet the following requirements: A Social Science degree with history / heritage tourism / anthropology / politics modules Some knowledge of Inanda history Good interpersonal skills Good command of English (having isiZulu w ould be an added advantage) Good communication – written and verbal The Seminary would prefer an individual staying within Inanda, Ntuzuma or KwaMashu areas as accommodation will not be provided. The intern will carry out archival duties and also communicate Inanda Seminary history to visitors as and when needed. For special events, he/she will also assist in ensuring that the museum and archives are accessible to visitors. After an initial probationary period, the internship will run for two years. If interested please submit the following documents: Curriculum Vitae Certified copies of certificates and ID Motivational letter Please e-mail required documents to ayandan@inanda.org. Closing date: 13 April 2016

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Developed in conjunction with the American Museum of Natural History, this book tells the story of a year in the life of a pack of wolf pups. On a sunny spring day, a litter of baby wolves is born in a den. They are full of energy and ready to explore. At first they spend their days playing and relying on their parents for food. But, as they get older, these wolf pups become young wolves that learn to run and hunt with the pack. Told in a storybook format and coupled with beautiful photography, this book is sure to delight and inform young readers about these impressive and social creatures. Features Summary Developed in conjunction with the American Museum of Natural History, this book tells the story of a year in the life of a pack of wolf pups. On a sunny spring day... Author American Museum of Natural History Publisher Sterling Release date 20170606 Pages 32 ISBN 1-4549-2237-0 ISBN 13 978-1-4549-2237-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "The Solar System" takes the reader on a journey from the Moon, to Mars, to the outer planets and finally beyond, using stunning AR images based on the American Natural History Museum's Beyond Planet Earth Exhibition. Readers will learn about the history of Moon exploration, the possibilities of asteroid mining, the problems that will face future colonies on Mars and dozens of other exciting challenges that face the space scientists of today and tomorrow. Features Summary Takes the reader on a journey from the Moon, to Mars, to the outer planets and finally beyond, using AR images based on the American Natural History Museum's Beyond Planet Earth Exhibition... Publisher Carlton Books Ltd Release date 20130501 Pages 32 ISBN 1-78097-303-9 ISBN 13 978-1-78097-303-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Build you own timeline, and unfold the giant story of humankind's creativity and ingenuity, with this amazing sticker book! Created in association with the American Museum of Natural History, this totally unique, amazing timeline sticker book has 94 peel-off stickers of the scientists, engineers and machines that tells the unique story of scientific history, from the Stone Age to today. Beautifully-illustrated and hugely engaging, the 5.5-foot long timeline is broken out into seven subject areas (such as Medicine & Biology and Sky & Space) and has captioned, white silhouettes showing where to place your stickers. Perfect for children 3 - 7 years old. Features Summary Unfold the story of inventions - from the Stone Age to the present day! Created in association with the American Museum of Natural History Author Christopher Lloyd Publisher What on Earth Publishing Ltd Release date 20170928 Pages 24 ISBN 0-9955766-7-X ISBN 13 978-0-9955766-7-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is the international showcase for the very best photography featuring natural subjects. The Natural History Museum' 2016 week-to-view diaries feature stunning photographs of the natural world from past years of the competition. The perfect gifts for wildlife enthusiasts, each week has a specially selected photograph accompanied by a caption explaining where and how it was taken. There is a ribbon marker for easy reference and there are details of national and religious holidays. Available in a hardback desk format and handy pocket size. Features Summary The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is the international showcase for the very best photography featuring natural subjects. The Natural History Museum's 2016 week-to-view diaries feature stunning photographs of the natural world from past years of the competition. Author Natural History Museum Publisher The Natural History Museum Release date 20150702 Pages 112 ISBN 0-565-09361-4 ISBN 13 978-0-565-09361-7