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Babylon's Ark: The Incredible Wartime Rescue of the Baghdad Zoo
Author: Lawrence Anthony
ISBN-10: 0312382154
ISBN-13: 9780312382155
Published: 2008-07-08
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
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Book Description:
THE ASTONISHING STORY OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST ANIMAL RESCUES.When the Iraq war began, conservationist Lawrence Anthony could think of only one thing: the fate of the Baghdad Zoo, caught in the cross?re at the heart of the city. Once Anthony entered Iraq he discovered that hostilities and uncontrolled looting had devastated the zoo and its animals. Working with members of the zoo staff and a few compassionate U.S. soldiers, he defended the zoo, bartered for food on war-torn streets, and scoured bombed palaces for desperately needed supplies. Babylon’s Ark chronicles Anthony’s hair-raising efforts to save a pride of Saddam’s lions, close a deplorable black-market zoo, run ostriches through shoot-to-kill checkpoints, and rescue the dictator’s personal herd of Thoroughbred Arabian horses. A tale of the selfless courage and humanity of a few men and women living dangerously for all the right reasons, Babylon’s Ark is an inspiring and uplifting true-life adventure of individuals on both sides working together for the sake of magni?cent wildlife caught in a war zone.
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The Bluebird Effect: Uncommon Bonds with Common Birds
Author: Julie Zickefoose
ISBN-10: 0547003099
ISBN-13: 9780547003092
Published: 2012-03-20
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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Book Description:
Julie Zickefoose lives for the moment when a wild, free living bird that she has raised or rehabilitated comes back to visit her; their eyes meet and they share a spark of understanding. Her reward for the grueling work of rescuing birds—such as feeding baby hummingbirds every twenty minutes all day long—is her empathy with them and the satisfaction of knowing the world is a birdier and more beautiful place.The Bluebird Effect is about the change that's set in motion by one single act, such as saving an injured bluebird—or a hummingbird, swift, or phoebe. Each of the twenty five chapters covers a different species, and many depict an individual bird, each with its own personality, habits, and quirks. And each chapter is illustrated with Zickefoose's stunning watercolor paintings and drawings. Not just individual tales about the trials and triumphs of raising birds, The Bluebird Effect mixes humor, natural history, and memoir to give readers an intimate story of a life lived among wild birds.
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The Last Rhinos: The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species
Author: Lawrence Anthony
ISBN-10: 0283071702
ISBN-13: 9780283071706
Published: 2012-04-01
Publisher: Pan MacMillan
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Book Description:
Life on Lawrence Anthony's game reserve, Thula Thula, is rarely dull, what with spitting cobras endangering his rangers and the unpredictable behaviour of his herd of elephants. But at least his orphaned rhino Heidi is calm around people, and a favourite of staff and guests alike. Until she is brutally slaughtered for her horn. Furious and heartsick, Lawrence heads off to track down the poachers, but also embarks on a bid to save the Congo's last few northern white rhino from extinction. Diplomatic efforts are failing, so he takes action himself, flying into a warzone to negotiate with rebels. Will he survive his most dangerous adventure yet, and will Thula Thula survive the drought that threatens the region? Peopled with unforgettable characters, from the local witch doctor to eccentric conservationist Brendan and the elephants who have such an extraordinary bond with Lawrence, The Last Rhinos is a sometimes funny, sometimes moving, always gripping read.
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The Young Birder's Guide to Birds of North America (Peterson Field Guides)
Author: Bill Thompson III
ISBN-10: 0547440219
ISBN-13: 9780547440217
Published: 2012-04-24
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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Book Description:
Covering 300 of the most common birds in all of the United States and Canada, The Young Birder’s Guide to Birds of North America is loaded with color photographs, drawings showing typical behaviors, range maps, an easy-to-use checklist, fun facts, and authoritative information about each bird, its vocalizations, and its habitat.While other field guides might overwhelm kids who are new to birding, The Young Birder’s Guide to Birds of North America was created with help from kids. Bill Thompson’s own son and daughter and their elementary school classes helped select the content. Kid tested, kid approved!
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Moths of the Limberlost
Author: Gene Stratton-Porter
ISBN-10: 1419135406
ISBN-13: 9781419135408
Published: 2004-06
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
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I held the hat while the Deacon brought the board. Then with trembling care we slipped it under, and carefully carried the moth into the conservatory. First we turned on the light, and made sure that every ventilator was closed; then we released the Io for the night. In the morning we found a female clinging to a shelf, dotting it with little top-shaped eggs. I was delighted, for I thought this meant the complete history of a beautiful moth. So exquisite was the living, breathing creature, she put to shame the form and colouring of the mounted specimens. No wonder I had not cared for them!
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The Book of Stones: Who They Are & What They Teach
Author: Robert Simmons
ISBN-10: 1556436688
ISBN-13: 9781556436680
Published: 2007-09-04
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
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Book Description:
The Book of Stones is a new edition of the best-selling guide to some of Earth’s most beautiful natural objects. Two introductory chapters detail the authors’ theories about how to work with crystals and stones—including the concept of crystal resonance and the scientific observation that living organisms (such as ourselves) are liquid crystalline structures. An illuminating alphabetical journey through the mineral kingdom, stone by stone, follows.Each entry begins with the stone name and photo, plus its elemental and chakra correspondences, as well as keywords that indicate its properties. Next comes a description of the crystal structure, hardness, history, and known locations of each mineral, plus any relevant legend or lore from the past. Each author then offers an essay on the subtle energy properties and spiritual applications of the stone. The entries conclude with summaries of the spiritual, emotional, and physical healing qualities of the stone, and an affirmation for evoking its potential benefits. The book’s presentation is straightforward enough to make it an excellent introduction for beginners, yet the level of detail and the depth of research make it an invaluable resource for the most experienced stone practitioners.
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Birds of North America, Revised and Updated: A Guide To Field Identification (Golden Field Guides)
Author: Chandler S. Robbins
ISBN-10: 1582380902
ISBN-13: 9781582380902
Published: 2001-04-14
Publisher: Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press
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Spot the silhouette of a Northern Goshawk in flight. Identify the raucous call of the Red-winged Blackbird. Discover the secret of picking out a Chipping Sparrow from its look-alike cousins. It's simple with this classic field guide, a treasured favorite among amateur bird lovers and exacting professionals. Recognized as the authority on bird identification, this invaluable resource provides:-All of North America in one volume-Over 800 species and 600 range maps-Arthur Singer's famous illustrations featuring male, female, and juvenile plumage-Sonograms that picture sound for easy song recognition-Migration routes, feeding habits, and characteristic flight patterns-American ornithologists' classifications-Convenient check boxes to record birds you have identified -Color tabs for quick references
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A Field Guide to Insects: America North of Mexico (Peterson Field Guides(R))
Author: Richard E. White
ISBN-10: 0395911710
ISBN-13: 9780395911716
Published: 1998-04-15
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
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Book Description:
Detailed descriptions of insect orders, families, and many individual species are illustrated with 1,300 drawings and 142 superb color paintings. Illustrations - which use the unique Peterson Identification System to distinguish one insect from another - include size lines to show the actual length of each insect. A helpful glossary explains the technical terms of insect anatomy.
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The Safari Companion: A Guide to Watching African Mammals
Author: Richard D. Estes
ISBN-10: 0930031490
ISBN-13: 9780930031497
Published: 1993-03
Publisher: Chelsea Green Pub Co
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Book Description:
The definitive guide to watching the behavior of African mammals. An indispensable tool for safari travelers to Africa, it is specifically designed for those interested in knowing more about the lives and interactions of the animals they observe.
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Rocks and Minerals (Dk Pocket Nature)
Author: Monica Price
ISBN-10: 1405305940
ISBN-13: 9781405305945
Published: 2005-03-03
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Plc P/B
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Book Description:
Whether you are a dedicated rock fan or an up-and-coming geologist, learn everything you need to know to quickly and easily identify over 325 rocks and minerals commonly found in the UK and Europe. From acanthite to zoisite this is your ideal in-the-field and on-the-move reference.
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