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 Illustrated guide to olympic track & field techniques. Good condition.  

 Field Guide to the Battlefields of South Africa - Nicki von der Heyde - Struik - 2014 - Paperback in good condition. There are two major types of battlefield terrain in South Africa: first the open plains and savannah lands of the Highveld, a land where cavalry rules supreme. The second type is the thornbush of the Eastern Cape, a setting more suited to skirmishing rather than set-piece battles. Then, in KwaZulu-Natal, the two terrains merge to create the country s most dramatic battlefield landscape and one of the largest military graveyards in the world where the fates of colonies, republics and kingdoms were decided.For more than two centuries, from the late 1700s to the early 1900s, conflict, in one form or another, swept across this countryside; its combatants as diverse, hardy and tenacious as the land and its resources that almost always was at the root of hostilities.In this groundbreaking book, author and specialist battlefields guide, Nicki von der Heyde, presents over 70 battles and skirmishes covering five wars that shaped the course of South African history from the Frontier Wars that started in 1779 to the Second-Anglo Boer War of 1899 1902, a bitter and costly confrontation triggered by the discovery of the world s richest gold fields on the Witwatersrand.Detailed accounts of the engagements, based on extensive research, are provided, with special attention given to the terrain, key phases and outcomes, and the combatants involved. Battle timelines succinctly set out the passage of each campaign, while international timelines catalogue concurrent events around the world.More than 400 original documentary and contemporary photographs and over 60 short features have been assembled to provide a rich, enthralling and haunting account of these momentous events. Detailed historical maps that include annotations have been created for 16 high-profile engagements, while 10 regional maps indicate the locations of the battle sites. Arranged in regional order, with concise directions to each battle site and GPS coordinates for main locations, the "Field Guide to South Africa s Battlefields" is not only indispensable for professional and amateur military historians, but is of great interest to general readers, too if only as a reminder of the devastating human cost of war and the value of exploring the past to make sense of the present.It is beautifully illustrated with historical and contemporary photographs and detailed battle and regional maps." 

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) East Africa boasts a tremendous natural wealth of flora - indigenous, naturalized and exotic. This updated second edition of "Field Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs of East Africa" features more than 400 of the trees and shrubs that are commonly found in the region. The book is divided into four parts - trees, shrubs, palms and mangroves - with each part arranged in alphabetical order according to scientific name. The book features: species accounts describing the plants' habitat, bark, leaves, flowers and fruit; descriptions of the species' general and commercial applications and uses in traditional medicine; more than 1,200 photographs depicting the species, its fruit, flowers and bark; glossaries of botanical and medical terms; and, an Illustrated glossary showing flower parts, leaf shapes and leaf arrangements to clarify the terms used in the book. This invaluable guide will help plant enthusiasts identify prominent species in gardens and parks, along roadsides and in easily accessible parts of the East Africa countryside. Format:paperback Pages:384

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days South Georgia is rich in wildlife and spectacular scenery, and it is a prime destination spot on most Antarctic tours. This beautifully illustrated field guide depicts the birds, mammals, insects, flowering plants, and other vegetation found in this unique part of the world. It features 368 full-color photographs of more than 180 species, including 65 species of birds, 20 species of sea mammals, nearly 60 species of insects, and more than 40 species of flowering and nonflowering plants. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, with information on status, behavior, threats, and distribution. This one-of-a-kind photographic guide also includes introductory chapters on South Georgia's geography, climate, ecology, and conservation. * Features 368 photos of more than 180 species * Covers birds, sea mammals, insects, and plants * Provides detailed species accounts * Includes chapters on geography, climate, ecology, and conservation * The only photographic field guide to focus specifically on South Georgia Features Summary A guide to South Georgia that depicts the birds, mammals, insects, flowering plants, and other vegetation found in this part of the world. It features 368 photographs of 180 species... Author Robert Burton (Author), John Croxall (Author) Publisher Princeton University Press Release date 20120703 Pages 200 ISBN 0-691-15661-1 ISBN 13 978-0-691-15661-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This volume is the first guide to identify mushroom species not commonly classified or illustrated elsewhere in current literature. The book, which will serve as a companion to other popular field guides, shows how to distinguish lesser-known mushrooms from other common fungi. Found in a variety of habitats in North America, each species has an accurate and up-to-date description, a color illustration, and detailed information on its distinctive species characteristics. The book is written for the amateur and professional mycologist alike. Anyone, however, who is interested in collecting mushrooms will find it a valuable contribution to the field. Features Summary With 72 out-of-the-ordinary species represented, this book sets out to bridge the gap among regional field guides, and to give an enhanced view of the more unusual North American fungi... Author Alan E. Bessette Publisher Syracuse University Press Release date 19950831 Pages 172 ISBN 0-8156-2666-5 ISBN 13 978-0-8156-2666-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days From the machair grasslands of the Outer Hebrides to the chalk cliffs of Kent, and from the dense pinewoods of Abernethy forest to the wetlands of the Fens of eastern England, Britain offers a richly varied array of habitats for our wild flowers. The distinguished science and natural history producer and filmmaker Steve Nicholls presents a visually stunning survey of Britain's best-loved wildflowers, illustrated with the his own beautiful photographs of flora in their habitat. Focusing on three broad habitats - grassland, open land and woodland - he offers a biologically rigorous but engagingly readable account of our wild flowers and the places that nourish them. He probes deep into the social and cultural history of wild flowers to tell a plethora of fascinating stories, from the 'daffodil trains' which transported Londoners to the 'golden triangle' in Gloucestershire to experience woodlands carpeted with wild daffodils, to the odd case of the Bath asparagus - which isn't an asparagus at all, but rather the edible flower buds of the rare spiked star of Bethlehem, which used to grow in abundance around Bath. Features Summary An illustrated exploration of Britain's wild flowers, from the science and natural history producer and filmmaker Steve Nicholls. Author Steve Nicholls Publisher Head of Zeus Release date 20191003 Pages 448 ISBN 1-78954-054-2 ISBN 13 978-1-78954-054-3

first field guide to shells of Southern Africa, by D. & G. Steyn, Published Struik 2001, 1st edition, pocket size, illustrated, 57 pages, good condition.  

About the product 8vo; original red cloth, with gilt lettering and regimental emblem to upper cover; endpaper map; pp. 161; plates in monochrome and colour; line drawings in text; some maps. Spine a bit sunned; occasional fox spot. Very good condition. A very attractively illustrated unit history."THE STORY OF THE NINTH will be eagerly sought after by all past and present Sappers. Not only will it be treasured as a valuable personal memento by all who knew the 9th Field Company at close quarters, but by contributing to the funds of the Sappers Association it will assist in perpetuating the memory of Those Comrades of all S.A.E.C. Units who did not return. It became apparent in the early planning days of 1939 and 1940 that South Africa, with its high proportion of artisans and technicians, would be able to make a larger contribution in Sapper personnel than was ever likely to be needed for our own Divisional and L. of C. requirements. Rather than use this surplus of skilled man-power in a non-technical rôle, the General Staff wisely agreed to organise and train both full- and part-time Sappers for any emergency likely to arise and, as near as possible, to anticipate the need for specialized Engineer units for a multitude of purposes. The fact can now be proudly recorded that, due to this early foresight, no request for Sapper assistance from any of the various Force Headquarters, however complicated, was ever made to the U.D.F. in vain." Books: The Story of the Ninth. A Record of the 9th Field Company, South African Engineer Corps. July 1939 - July 1943

  Nature Lover's Library. Collins. London 1980 2nd edition. rpt, 1980. Printed orange boards. illustrated colour plates & b/w photos. The original 1974 edition was reissued in this format and reprinted for many years. Provides a detailed identification key, full descriptions of all species with 56 species drawn in colour and 38 in b/w photographs. No inscriptions. G+ condition but fading to spine (as usual) is the only fault, nice shiny boards with light rubbing or shelfwear. 221 pp.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Explore the colourful world of alpine flowers. This practical book will help you make a quick, reliable identification of each plant, with concise descriptions and illustrations for individual plants to enable differentiation from similar species. Flowers can be identified quickly from colour and shape. The notable characters of each plant are clearly highlighted. Covering 500 species, each with colour photographs, this compact guide is designed for walkers and botanists. For each plant the common name, scientific name, flowering time, plant height, protected status, and distribution (habitat and altitude) are described. Features Summary Explore the colourful world of alpine flowers. This practical book will help you make a quick, reliable identification of over 500 species illustrated with colour photographs... Author Ansgar Hoppe (Author), Martin Walters (Translator) Publisher Pelagic Publishing Release date 20130318 Pages 192 ISBN 1-907807-40-3 ISBN 13 978-1-907807-40-4

Published by Natal Flora Publications Trust, 1993 Hardcover book with illustrated laminatedboard Very good condition Subscriber's copy with author signed presentation plate to fep. Subscriber's label to fep. 512pp including index. 783 tree species described with excellent colour photographs, clear line drawings, up-to-date distribution maps and an easy-to-use leaf key. Informative text facing colour plates incorporating, points vital for identification; ecological and gardening notes; medicinal and other uses; including Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa and Thonga names.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Features Author Garth Risk Hallberg Publisher Knopf Publishing Group Release date 20171020 ISBN 1-101-87495-3 ISBN 13 978-1-101-87495-0

Wildlife of Britain and Europe - Kingfisher Field Guides - 1987 - Softcover in good condition A practical, informative and beautifully illustrated field guide to over 800 species of animals in Britain and Europe. Colour-coded sections on Mammals, Birds, Reptiles and Amphibians, Fishes and Invertebrates Specially detailed and accurate colour illustrations of every species At-a-glance description of each animal's main features, range and habitat Pages: 288

 The most comprehensively illustrated field guide to the region's birds. 426pp. Good second hand condition.

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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 Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books. 'A perfect animal double-act.' (The Times, Book of the Week)Bear wakes up early from hibernation. If she can't sleep, then at least she can make a snowman. Rabbit has never made a snowman, but he definitely wants to make one that's better than Bear's. But with an avalanche and a hungry wolf heading his way, Rabbit soon realises that it might be nice to have a friend on his side.From novelist and playwright Julian Gough, and the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, Jim Field, this is a tale of friendship, gravity, and just a little bit of poo. 'Rabbit's Bad Habits is a breath of fresh air in children's fiction, a laugh-out-loud story of rabbit and wolf and bear, of avalanches and snowmen. The sort of story that makes you want to send your children to bed early, so you can read it to them.' Neil Gaiman*Shortlisted for the Children's Book of the Year in the Irish Book Awards* Features Summary Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear who discover that things are always better when they're shared with a friend... Author Julian Gough (Author), Jim Field (Illustrator) Publisher Hodder Children's Books Release date 20160811 Pages 112 ISBN 1-4449-2168-1 ISBN 13 978-1-4449-2168-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days The big books suit the learner's stage of development, life experiences and field of interest; complement and enrich the topics chosen for home language; contain a wide variety of text types, e.g stories, factual texts, rhymes, riddles; are illustrated so that visual literacy is promoted; contain removable pages with resources for the teacher. Features Summary The big books suit the learner's stage of development, life experiences and field of interest; complement and enrich the topics chosen for home language; contain a wide variety of text types... Author Mart Meij (Author), Beatrix de Villiers (Author), Chris Venter (Illustrator) Publisher Best Books Release date 20140430 Pages 24 ISBN 1-77589-284-0 ISBN 13 978-1-77589-284-7

A must-have compendium of high-design furniture from the gallery that pioneered the field. This richly illustrated volume gathers together the major works of an ambitious group of designers who transcend the classical borders of art and design. Championed by Carpenters Workshop Gallery, these international rising and established artists create functional sculptures, often outside their traditional territories of expression. Texts by founders Julien Lombrail and Loc Le Gaillard trace the history of this design movement, and their pioneering decision to create a workshop space, the first of its kind dedicated to the production of its artists designs. Presenting todays best functional sculpture design, this volume includes work by Atelier Van Lieshout, Maarten Baas, Sebastian Brajkovic, Andrea Branzi, Fernando and Humberto Campana, Nacho Carbonell, Wendell Castle, Vincenzo de Cotiis, Ingrid Donat, Vincent Dubourg, Johanna Grawunder, Stuart Haygarth, Mathieu Lehanneur, Frederik Molenschot, Nendo, Rick Owens, Wonmin Park, Random International, Giacomo Ravagli, Pablo Reinoso, Robert Stadler, Studio Drift, Studio Job, and Charles Trevelyan. Limited-edition masterworks crafted by these designers, architects, and artists highlight the expressive potential of the developing field and its appeal to collectors worldwide. Editorial Reviews About the Author Julien Lombrail and Loc Le Gaillard founded Carpenters Workshop Gallery in 2006. Read more #productDescription { color: #333333; word-wrap: break-word; font-size: small; line-height: initial; margin: 0.5em 0px 0em 25px; } #productDescription_feature_div > h2.default { color: #CC6600; font-size: medium; margin: 0 0 0.25em; } #productDescription_feature_div > h2.books { color:#333 !important; font-size:21px !important; line-height: 1.3; padding-bottom: 4px; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; } #productDescription_feature_div > h2.softlines { color:#333 !important; font-size:21px !important; line-height: 1.3; padding-bottom: 4px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px; } #productDescription > p, #productDescription > div, #productDescription > table { margin: 0 0 1em 0; } #productDescription p { margin: 0em 0 1em 1em; } #productDescription h3 { font-weight: normal; color: #333333; font-size: 1.23em; clear: left; margin: 0.75em 0px 0.375em -15px; } #productDescription table { border-collapse: inherit !important; margin-bottom: 0; } #productDescription table img { max-width: inherit !important; } #productDescription table td { font-size: small; vertical-align: inherit !important; } #productDescription ul li { margin: 0 0 0 20px; } #productDescription ul li ul { list-style-type: disc !important; margin-left: 20px !important; } #productDescription ul ul li { list-style-type: disc !important; margin-left: 20px !important; } #productDescription > ul ul li { list-style-type: disc !important; } #productDescription ul li ul li { margin: 0 0 0 20px; } #productDescription.aplus p { margin: 0 0 1em 0; } #productDescription small { font-size: smaller; } #productDescription.prodDescWidth { max-width: 1000px } P.when('jQuery').execute(function($){ $("#productDescription table").each(function() { var width = $(this).attr('width'); if (width) width += 'px'; else width = 'auto'; $(this).css('width', width); var padding = $(this).attr('cellpadding'); if (padding) padding += 'px'; else padding = '0px'; $(this).css('padding', padding); }); }); Shipping Weight: 6.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Rizzoli Electa (February 13, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 0847859754 ISBN-13: 978-0847859757 Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 1.5 x 12.8 inches Shipping Weight: 6.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Following on from its successful launch in 2009, Collins Wild Flower Guide - the ultimate reference book for wild flower enthusiasts - now enters its second edition. Featuring all flowering plants, including trees and grasses, and ferns, this fully revised and updated field guide to the wild flowers of Britain and northern Europe is the most complete illustrated, single-volume guide ever published. Leading botanical artists have been specially commissioned to ensure accurate, detailed illustrations. Species are described and illustrated on the same page, with up-to-date authoritative text aiding identification. Plants are arranged by family, with their key features highlighted for quick and easy reference. The text offers a complete account of over 1,900 wild flowers of Britain and Ireland, along with a summary of their European distribution. Collins Wild Flower Guide is an indispensable guide for all those with an interest in the countryside, whether amateur or expert. Features Summary Following on from its successful launch in 2009, Collins Wild Flower Guide - the ultimate reference book for wild flower enthusiasts - now enters its second edition. Author David Streeter (Author), Christina Hart Davies (Illustrator), Audrey Hardcastle (Illustrator), Felicity Cole (Illustrator), Lizzie Harper (Illustrator) Publisher William Collins Publishing Release date 20160625 Pages 704 ISBN 0-00-815674-3 ISBN 13 978-0-00-815674-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days Old Glory: Unfurling History describes the histories and myths surrounding the flag of the United States of America from its revolutionary birth to the present day, and is lavishly illustrated from the archives of the Library of Congress. The Continental Congress, meeting in Philadelphia in the winter of 1776, received an urgent message. Please fix upon some particular colour for a flag. It was from an understandably exasperated George Washington. The Continental Armies had taken the field under a babble of emblems and devices. Even the Grand Union flag that flew over naval vessels confused the issue with its display of the crosses of the British flag in its canton. So, at Washington's request, Congress again wrestled with the design, and on July 17, 1777, almost a year after the signing of Declaration of Independence, on the date still celebrated as Flag Day, the United States finally had a flag all its own. Features Summary Describes the histories and myths surrounding the flag of the United States of America from its revolutionary birth to the present day, and is lavishly illustrated from the archives of the Library of Congress.. Author Karal Ann Marling Publisher Bunker Hill Publishing Release date 20040630 Pages 64 ISBN 1-59373-019-5 ISBN 13 978-1-59373-019-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days During the 18th Century, the Electorate of Saxony was a rich state of the Holy Roman Empire. Northern Saxony was one of most fertile parts of Germany, though fertility diminishes toward Ore Mountains of the south where Saxony long had important mineral production. The House of Wettin ruled Saxony since 1429. Between 1697 and 1763, the Electors of Saxony were also elected Kings of Poland. The Elector Frederick August I (12 May 1670-1 February 1733), also known as "Sun King" of Saxony, was elected King of Poland with the support of Austria and the help of Russia when the former King Stanislaw I Leszczynski, supported by France, was forced to flee after the Swedish defeat of Poltava in 1709. The Elector married Maria Josepha, sister of the Emperor Charles VI of Austria. The Emperor, having no male heirs was obsessed with the partition of the vast Imperial territories after his death. He issued on 19 April, 1713, an edict to ensure that the Habsburg hereditary possession could be inherited by a daughter, the Pragmatic Sanction. Frederick August I recognised the edict. When Frederick August died in 1733, Leszczynski, the archenemy of the House of Wettin, with the support of France and Spain, contested the election of Frederick August II of Saxony as King of Poland. This led to the War of the Polish Succession. The new Elector inherited an efficient and modern army. Forged by Field Marshall von Flemming on new lines between 1717 and 1727, this re-born army could match the other European countries. Frederick August II, aided by the Russian army and supported by Austria, managed to defeat Leszczynski's supporters, and after a short but bloody conflict he was elected King of Poland. Next the Saxon army fought as an auxiliary in the Austrian service in Hungary against the Turks, and on the Rhine against the French. In 1741, Saxony reneged on the Pragmatic Sanction and sided with France, Bavaria, and Prussia when Frederick II of Prussia invaded Silesia after the death of Emperor Charles VI. The Saxons fought against Maria Theresia's Austrian army during the First Silesian War, occupied Prague and campaigned in both Bohemia and Moravia. Thereafter, Prussia signed a unilateral peace with Austria. Saxony signed a separate cease-fire and France was left alone. Years of armed peace followed until the Second Silesian War. During the war, Saxony sided with Austria. The Prussian army crossed the border and invaded Saxony. The Saxon army was badly defeated at Kesseldorf on 15 December, 1745. The Second Silesian War was over. Peace once again reigned in Europe until 1756 when France changed alliances. Frederick II of Prussia launched another preventive war and invaded Saxony. Caught totally unprepared, the Saxon army retired to Pirna where it was surrounded by an overwhelming Prussian force. With no food, the Saxon army was forced to lay down its arms and surrender unconditionally. The prisoners were incorporated into the Prussian army. A massive desertion followed and soon a Saxon Corps was formed in Bohemia. The Saxon Auxiliary Corps of 10,000 men was transferred to French service and fought until the end of the Seven Years War. It was repatriated in 1763. Volume I of this work deals with the Saxon army of the years 1730-1763. The campaigns, the commanders, the guards mounted units, and the line cavalry units of this overshadowed army are treated. Lavishly illustrated by Franco Saudelli, the volume shows the elegance of the Saxon army and particularly an army misjudged by Frederick II of Prussia as "weak". Features Summary Lavishly illustrated by Franco Saudelli, the volume shows the elegance of the Saxon Army, misjudged by Frederick II of Prussia as "weak". Author Marco Pagan (Author), Franco Saudelli (Author) Publisher Helion Release date 20180715 Pages 124 ISBN 1-912174-89-8 ISBN 13 978-1-912174-89-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days This concise and definitive guide presents all 45 bat species that regularly occur in Europe (of which 17 are known to breed in the British Isles). The extensive introduction details the remarkable biology of bats and explores the latest findings in bat evolution, behaviour and echolocation. This is followed by in-depth species accounts covering life history, conservation status and identification, including echolocation characteristics, and complemented by accurate distribution maps, with the book illustrated throughout with superb colour photography. Suitable for beginners, students, professionals or conservationists alike, Bats of Britain and Europe is the authoritative field guide for bat watchers - an essential reference for every bat enthusiast. - Allows identification of families, genera and where possible species of all European bats - Illustrated throughout with almost 700 colour photographs - Packed with information on bat behaviour, ecology and conservation Features Summary This concise and definitive guide presents all 45 bat species that regularly occur in Europe (of which 17 are known to breed in the British Isles). The extensive introduction details the remarkable biology of bats and explores the latest findings in bat evolution... Author Christian Dietz (Author), Andreas Kiefer (Author) Publisher Bloomsbury Wildlife Release date 20180912 Pages 400 ISBN 1-4729-6318-0 ISBN 13 978-1-4729-6318-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days In this fully revised edition of A Guide to Dragonfl ies & Damselfl ies of South Africa, all164 species known to occur in South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland are described and illustrated, grouped according to family (six dragonfl y and six damselfl y families). The species entries feature scans of live insects (close-up and side-view images) and photographs of specimens in their natural environment and showing key behaviours. Detailed descriptions focus on size, identifying features and occurrence. An introductory chapter unpacks the life cycle, behaviour, biology and breeding of this fascinating group of insects. Presented in a classic field guide format, this revised edition now also features: - Expanded annotations to all illustrations, highlighting diagnostic features to ensure accurate identifi cation - New distribution maps - Additional colour plates and photographs Beautifully presented, informative and authoritative, this book will appeal to anyone with an interest in South Africa's insect life, and to nature lovers in general. Features Summary In this fully revised edition of A Guide to Dragonflies & Damselflies of South Africa, all 164 species known to occur in South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland are described and illustrated... Author Michele Tarboton (Author), Warwick Tarboton (Author) Publisher Struik Nature Release date 20190529 Pages 224 ISBN 1-77584-700-4 ISBN 13 978-1-77584-700-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Now that you've bought the amazing Canon PowerShot G10 or G11, you need a book that goes beyond a tour of the camera's features to show you exactly how to use your camera to take great pictures. With "Canon PowerShot G10/G11: From Snapshots to Great Shots, " you get the perfect blend of photography instruction and camera reference that will take your images to the next level Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos from the author and the Flickr community, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera. Follow along with your friendly and knowledgeable guide, Jeff Carlson, and you will: Learn the top ten things you need to know about shooting with the G10 or G11 Use the camera's Automatic modes to get better shots right away Move on to the Creative modes, where you have full control over the look and feel of your images Master the photographic basics of composition, focus, depth of field, and much more Learn all the best tricks and techniques for getting great action shots, landscapes, and portraits Find out how to get great shots in low light Fully grasp all the concepts and techniques as you go, with assignments at the end of every chapter With "Canon PowerShot G10/G11: From Snapshots to Great Shots, " you'll learn not only what makes a great shot work-you'll learn how to get that shot using your G10 or G11. And once you've got the shot, show it off Join the book's Flickr group, share your photos, and discuss how you use your camera to get great shots at flickr.com/groups/canon_g10g11_from_snapshots_ to_greatshots. Features Summary From Snapshots to Great Shots. The Canon PowerShot G10 and G11 are powerful cameras that are the preferred advanced point-and-shoot cameras for professional photographers and hobbyists who want both the convenience of a compact camera with the capabilities of a DSLR... Author Jeff Carlson Publisher Peachpit Press Publications Release date 20091218 Pages 222 ISBN 0-321-67951-2 ISBN 13 978-0-321-67951-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Artist and graphic designer Andy Tuohy turns his hand to the world of modern literature in this new instalment of the A-Z series. Rendered in his distinctive style, this new book features portraits of 52 key modern writers significant for their contribution to literature, with a whole host of names from across the world including Simone de Beauvoir, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Kazuo Ishiguro, Doris Lessing, Salman Rushdie and Vladimir Nabokov. Best-selling author Caroline Taggart provides a crib sheet of everything you need to know about each author: why they are important in the field of literature, a list of their must-read books, and a surprising fact or two about them. Alongside Andy's portraits, the book features additional imagery, including book covers and author photographs. A fun, easy guide to some of the best writers of modern times, this is a great gift for anyone who wants to broaden their literary horizons. Features Summary A uniquely visual, fun introduction to 52 of the greatest writers of the modern age, from A (Maya Angelou, Chinua Achebe, Margaret Atwood) to Z (Stefan Zweig) via Samuel Beckett... Author Caroline Taggart (Author), Andy Tuohy (Illustrator) Publisher Cassell Illustrated Release date 20170309 Pages 224 ISBN 1-84403-913-7 ISBN 13 978-1-84403-913-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Imagine a thriving garden in your backyard, bursting with vibrantly colored blooms and lush green leaves, shaded by tall trees. Now imagine the same garden, alive with buzzing and flapping and chirping and croaking. Imagine the ecological impact of encouraging natural pollinators. Imagine the excitement of watching your garden become a hub of activity and learning about all of its different visitors. For those who relish observing nature in action, planning a garden to attract certain types of wildlife can bring daily enjoyment right into the backyard. Inside Wildlife in Your Garden: How to deal with and even appreciate the insects in your garden Reptile and amphibian backyard visitors and how they can contribute to a healthy ecosystem "Birdscaping"--planning and planting with birds in mind A special section on hummingbirds that includes an illustrated guide to twelve common types Using binoculars and field guides to identify birds by sight and by calls Different types of pollination and the plants and food crops that depend on it Butterfly metamorphosis and gardening for the different life stages How bats and moths take over pollination duties at night Learning to coexist with four-legged furry friends who like to dig and forage Natural ways to protect your garden from pests and discourage harmful wildlife Features Summary Imagine a thriving garden in your backyard, bursting with vibrantly colored blooms and lush green leaves, shaded by tall trees. Now imagine the same garden... Author Karen Lanier Publisher I-5 Publishing Release date 20160407 Pages 240 ISBN 1-62008-138-5 ISBN 13 978-1-62008-138-9

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

Wild Flowers of the Cape Peninsula Cape Peninsula (South African wild flower guide) with text and nomenclature compiled under the supervision of Capt. T.M. Salter R.N. (Retired). By: Mary Maytham Kidd Foreword by: Field-Marshall the Rt-Hon. J.C. Smuts. Printed in the Union of South Africa 1950 An Indispensable field guide to the Cape floral kingdom. In an area of 500 square kilometres, there are 2600 different flowering species - more than in the whole of Great Britain. This wild flower guide with its 814 characteristic species, serves as an invaluable introduction to this floral wealth. Item Description:   220x145mm.   Hard cover book with dust jacket. 239 Pages including index. Full colour illustrations, 94 Plates with text and divided into Months of the year. An Index to scientific names.   A beautifully illustrated little volume. Condition: Good clean condition, hard covers undamaged, binding good. Dust jacket has small tears and yellowing. Postage and packing would be extra  

    Oxford University Press, 1979, Cape Town, Dee Shirley Deane, (250 x 190 mm); illustrated, limp red boards; pictorial dustwrapper; pp. xxiii + (i) + 210; full-page photographic portraits; map. Dustwrapper rubbed and a little edgeworn; slight ripple to pages. Very good condition, in a modest dustwrapper. "Black South Africans mirrors the lives of 57 outstanding Blacks of Natal. It documents the life, thoughts and attainments of men and women in every field of endeavour: musicians, physicians, businessmen, artists, politicians and more. Only a few are celebrated, such as Chief Gatsha Buthelezi, who wrote the preface, and Bishop Alphaeus Zulu.. This is not a usual Who's Who. Apart from comprehensive biographical data and a full-page photograph of each personality, an in-depth profile provides insight into ethos, early struggles, achievements, aspirations and attitudes. Black South Africans is invaluable for everyone interested in the lives and achievements of members of a largely unknown people, and in the fabric of those who serve their fellowmen through deed and example.". (Image has shadows.)  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days The state mammal -- the desert bighorn sheep -- is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Silver State. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes and butterflies/insects and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA. Features Summary Nevada is home to an abundance of wildlife as unique and diverse as the state itself. Nevada Wildlife is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast... Author James Kavanagh (Author), Raymond Leung (Illustrator) Publisher Waterford Press Release date 20120501 ISBN 1-58355-695-8 ISBN 13 978-1-58355-695-5