Numerous photographs, many of them panoramas reproduced at nearly two feet across, chart the objects visible from Earth.  The book starts with an examination of the history of astronomy from earliest times....

An unmatched reference work distinguished by its erudition and beauty, this volume is an illustrated who's who of prehistoric life, a Baedeker of more than 500 million years of evolution on Earth.With entries...

For lovers of horses and trivia alike, this colorful book is packed with fascinating facts, from physical characteristics and folklore to safety tips and horse-care musts.   Over 400 nuggets...

Extraordinary photographs describe the daily life of wolves and the natural settings that, still intact, allow the species to survive.  At the same time, thanks to the accessible narrative contributed by a...

Keynote: The first book to combine two powerhouse subjects and popular pastimes – bird watching and drawing.Description: In this unique guide, readers will be instructed how to identify and attract over 45...

Bees are remarkable little insects that have been around for about 100 million years or so. Bees perform a valuable and vital service to the plants they visit and, ultimately to humans...

This volume is a celebration of birds, one of the best-loved animal groups. It catalogues a representative selection of more than 70 different species from various branches of the bird family tree,...

This book is bursting with stunning images, fascinating facts, and remarkable illustrations that show kids how to track over 400 animals from around the world.  You'll discover new clues on every page...

For lovers of birds and trivia, this captivating book features a wealth of fascinating facts, figures, and folklore about our feathered friends.  It’s beautifully illustrated throughout with colorful artworks and photographs.·         Over...

Renowned dinosaur artist Luis V. Rey and paleontologist and writer Henry Gee use up to the minute research findings to paint a vivid picture of the dinosaurs' world.   Their unique approach gives...

Take a journey through the prehistoric world and trace the evolution of the most astonishing creatures ever to have walked the earth. Over 170 superbly detailed computer-generated illustrations provide a stunning visual...

How can some animals change color, when we can't? How can they grow new limbs when one gets broken? How can they hear sounds we can't hear, or predict a storm long...

This book will provide you with everything you need to know from identification and feeding techniques to housing and landscaping to invite the birds you really want and keep them coming back...

From common box houses to elaborate pillared feeders, this book provides endless ideas and a range of plans detailing housing solutions for our feathered friends....

Featuring 120 spectacular color photographs by renowned nature photographer John Netherton, this book explores in detail the lives of the most unusual frog, tree frog, and toad species from around the world. ...

Divided into three sections, with at a glance symbols for easy reference, this book is accompanied by spectacular photographs from each of the bug, beetle, spider, and snake families.  Illustrated tables enable...

Our understanding of the Solar System is the result of thousands of years of star-gazing, and while still incomplete we know much about it. We still marvel at images of the Earth and...

Superbly photographed, with at a glance symbols for easy reference, this book introduces you to geology and collecting, uses - past and present, imitations and synthetics, and the effects of plate tectonics...

This book does not attempt to cover all the birds to be found on the continent: other reference books do that in detail. Instead, North American Birds provides a beautiful pictorial taste of...

This book tells the extraordinary story of the ancient shelled reptiles of the order Testudines.  Highlighting exciting new discoveries, it explores the remarkable adaptations that have allowed these creatures to survive millennia. ...

Specifically designed and written for children aged 8+ years, this dramatic oversized book is packed with more than 80 spectacular images. Data streams, digital readouts, and unique graphic interfaces provide the very...

Humanity has always gazed at the stars with wonder – and through the ages we have tried to understand the mysteries behind what we see.  “The Story of Astronomy” is full of...

This volume is a celebration of birds and a must have for any bird aficionado.  It covers a representative selection of more than 170 different species that inhabit wetland and marine environments,...

This book presents a natural and cultural history of the great beauties of the insect world. Featuring more than 140 striking color photographs, the book highlights 60 of the most fascinating butterfly...

Dinosaurs may be extinct, but they continue to fascinate. This comprehensive guide to prehistoric creatures identifies over 250 key species and provides detailed information on what they looked like, where and how...

This captivating book contains a treasury of fascinating facts on the science, art, history, folklore, and mythology of the weather--a fundamental process that shapes the earth's environment.  It's beautifully illustrated throughout with...

This book showcases over forty of the most fascinating nonvenomous and venomous snakes from North America and throughout the world.  In addition to John Netherton's spectacular color photographs, David Badger's vivid, nontechnical...

The Chicken is a timely, encyclopedic, science-based study that offers a true understanding of the species. High-quality photography, illustration and info-graphics combine with engaging and authoritative text to create an accessible reference...

This book contains field guide information and step by step instruction for drawing and painting forty seven gorgeous butterflies--ranging from the rare to most common species from around the world....