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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The Galapagos islands are a fascinating microcosm of our planet and home to some of the most astonishing creatures found anywhere on Earth: iguanas swim the sea like dragons, short-eared owls stalk petrels by day and 500 pound giant tortoises bellow over lava fields.. One thousand kilometres due west of Ecuador, where four major ocean currents unite, vast undersea volcanoes break the surface of the Pacific Ocean. Early explorers described these otherworldly islands as 'Las Encantadas'... 'the Enchanted Isles', but in time they became known as 'Galapagos'., the 'Islands of the Tortoises'. Using Spectacular HiDefinition cinematography from land, sea and air, and blending dramatic landscapes with intimate animal behaviour, drama reconstruction and stunning satellite imagery, this ambitious series presents the most complete portrait ever of these fascinating islands. Galapagos reveals how wildlife has found the most enterprising ways to get to grips with this restless volcanic outpost, why these islands are such a fascinating showcase for evolution, and the profound forces that influence the delicate balance of life. Against a backdrop of smouldering volcanoes, brittle lava fields, fields of giant cactus and wave-pounded shores, witness blue-footed boobies plunge-diving in to treacherous waters, sea lions surfing, the beautiful courtship dance of the waved albatross, Darwin's finches as crafty tool-users and hawks hunting marine iguanas. Galapagos is unlike any other place on Earth.

UNDISCOVERED THE FASCINATING WORLD OF UNDISCOVERED PLACES GRAVES WRECKS AND TREASURE AUTHOR IAN WILSON MICHAEL OMARA BOOKS BOOK CONDITION HARDCOVER 192 PAGES BOOK IS CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION DUST JACKET GOOD JUST MINOR CREASES FORMAT -

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Five fantastic Roald Dahl favourites come together in this very special box set: "James and the Giant Peach", "Fantastic Mr Fox", "The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me", "The Magic Finger" and "Esio Trot". Complete with fun and fascinating extra material offering a sneak peek into the wonderful world of Dahl, this is a collection to treasure forever. Features Summary Presented in a box set, this collection includes "James and the Giant Peach", "Fantastic Mr Fox", "The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me", "The Magic Finger" and "Esio Trot".. Author Roald Dahl Publisher Puffin Books Release date Pages 480 ISBN ISBN

Subtitle: A Feast for Book Lovers Author: John Sutherland Illustrator: Martin Rowson  Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing () ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Very Good Binding: Softcover Pages: 289 Dimensions: 20.9 x 13.2 x 2.1 cm +++ by John Sutherland +++ Which author had the heaviest brain? What was the original title of ? When did cigarettes first appear in English literature? Who wrote the first Western, and is there any link between asthma and literary genius? Sutherland’s irreverent literary exploration is a treasure trove of fascinating information for all book lovers.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Lying just off the coast of Africa, Madagascar is a land of misty mountains, tropical rainforests and spiny desert scrub and home to strange wildlife, most of which is found nowhere else on earth. Madagascar explores this extraordinary wildlife and the dramatic landscapes of one of the world's most bizarre islands. Using the latest in filming technology, the BBC's Natural History Unit captures the diverse and rare wildlife that inhabits this incredible land, some filmed for the first time, and features surprising stories of the favourite and enduring symbol of the island, lemurs, as well as less familiar creatures. There are frogs that turn from brown to bright yellow; wasps that pluck tadpoles from tree-nests; fish that swim upside down and the romantic life of the world's tiniest chameleon. Narrated by David Attenborough, Madagascar is the BBC's ambitious and intimate portrait of a fascinating but perilously fragile island.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The hero Odysseus will need all of his skill and courage to get home to Ithaca in The Journey of Odysseus. All kinds of monsters and magical creatures are lurking in the seas and islands on his way, including the one-eyed Cyclops, the Sirens and the enchantress Circe. Will he ever manage to get home? Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporary children's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book. Features Summary The hero Odysseus will need all of his skill and courage in The Journey of Odysseus. All kinds of monsters and magical creatures block his route home, including the one-eyed Cyclops... Author David Calcutt (Author), Carlos Lara (Illustrator) Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date Pages 96 ISBN ISBN

BE THE CREATURE SEASON 3 - EXPEDITION GALAPAGOS Synopsis: What is it like to prowl with a pride of hungry lions, run with a pack of African wild dogs, or go on patrol with a pod of killer whales? Find out as award-winning wildlife filmmakers Chris and Martin Kratt get up close and personal with fascinating animals to show you what it’s like to Be The Creature! Featuring exciting expeditions of this great hit series from the National Geographic Channel, the Kratts offer an exhilarating, refreshingly unique way to observe and understand animal behavior.Whether you’re living with Alaska Brown bears or getting a manatee’s-eyeview of Florida waterways, each new adventure offers a surprising perspective on some of our planet’s most extraordinary animals. Over 150 years after Darwin's initial revolutionary journey Martin and Chris Kratt give us a privileged look at the enticing, exciting and delicately balanced world of the Galapagos Islands.   Starring: Featuring Exciting Expeditions Of This Great Hit Series From The National Geographic Channel.   Category: Documentary, Wildlife   Age Restriction: PG