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The Sound of the Sea

Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans

de Cynthia Barnett ...

**A Science Friday Best Science Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Science and Technology Book of the YearA Tampa Bay Times Best Book of the YearA stunning history of seashells and the animals that make them that "will have you marveling at nature…Barnett’s account remarkably spirals out, appropriately, to become a much larger story about the ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

**A Science Friday Best Science Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Science and Technology Book of the YearA Tampa Bay Times Best Book of the YearA stunning history of seashells and the animals that make them that "will have you marveling at nature…Barnett’s account remarkably spirals out, appropriately, to become a much larger story about the
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Clam Down

A Metamorphosis

de Anelise Chen ...

**PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • In this wondrously unusual memoir, a woman retreats into her shell in the aftermath of her divorce, and must choose between the pleasures and the perils of a closed-up life—a transformation fable from an acclaimed 5 Under 35 National Book Foundation honoree.“A marvel and a delight . . . This is a book that will stay with me forever.”—Leslie Jamison, author of Splinters* ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

**PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • In this wondrously unusual memoir, a woman retreats into her shell in the aftermath of her divorce, and must choose between the pleasures and the perils of a closed-up life—a transformation fable from an acclaimed 5 Under 35 National Book Foundation honoree.“A marvel and a delight . . . This is a book that will stay with me forever.”—Leslie Jamison, author of Splinters*
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Spirals in Time

The Secret Life and Curious Afterlife of Seashells

de Helen Scales ...

The beautifully written story of shells and their makers, and our relationships with them.Seashells are the sculpted homes of a remarkable group of animals: the molluscs. These are some of the most ancient and successful animals on the planet.But watch out. Some molluscs can kill you if you eat them. Some will kill you if you stand too close.That hasn't stopped people using shells in many ways ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

The beautifully written story of shells and their makers, and our relationships with them.Seashells are the sculpted homes of a remarkable group of animals: the molluscs. These are some of the most ancient and successful animals on the planet.But watch out. Some molluscs can kill you if you eat them. Some will kill you if you stand too close.That hasn't stopped people using shells in many ways
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The Sea

Stories, Trivia, Crafts, and Recipes Inspired by the World's Best Shorelines, Beaches, and Oceans

de Isobel Carlson ...

“The sea is as near as we come to another world.” —Anne StevensonThis book celebrates oceans, coasts and shorelines the world over. Bringing together incredible stories and legends of the sea, delicious recipes and activities inspired by the coast, and fascinating trivia on everything from marine exploration to the turning tides, it will captivate anyone who is enthralled by the wonder of the sea ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

“The sea is as near as we come to another world.” —Anne StevensonThis book celebrates oceans, coasts and shorelines the world over. Bringing together incredible stories and legends of the sea, delicious recipes and activities inspired by the coast, and fascinating trivia on everything from marine exploration to the turning tides, it will captivate anyone who is enthralled by the wonder of the sea
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Sea Survival

de Penguin Books Ltd ...

Series Libro 4 - Air Ministry Survival Guide
THE ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUIDE for anyone who thinks they'd survive the world's most hostile environments - or at least imagine they could do.-----------------------------First issued to airmen in the 1950s, the Air Ministry's Sea Survival guide includes original and authentic emergency advice to crew operating over the ocean.With original illustrations and text, these survival guides provide an ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

THE ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUIDE for anyone who thinks they'd survive the world's most hostile environments - or at least imagine they could do.-----------------------------First issued to airmen in the 1950s, the Air Ministry's Sea Survival guide includes original and authentic emergency advice to crew operating over the ocean.With original illustrations and text, these survival guides provide an
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The Wonder of Seashells

Discover the Meaning & Magic of the Ocean’s Treasures

de Melissa Hobson ...

Series series Ocean Wonders
Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean’s diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells.This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty of seashells reveals how shells enhance and inform the world around us. Exploring coasts and shells from across the globe, each unique shell ... Leer más

$13.09 USD

Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean’s diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells.This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty of seashells reveals how shells enhance and inform the world around us. Exploring coasts and shells from across the globe, each unique shell
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The Little Guide to Shorelines

de Alison Davies ...

Series series Little Guides
Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines.Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines.Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated
... Leer más
Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken

Eine faszinierende Expedition in die Welt der Nassauischen Fauna

de Wilhelm Kobelt ...

In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" bietet Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der literarische Stil des Werkes ist geprägt von präziser Beschreibung und analytischer Schärfe, was es sowohl für Naturwissenschaftler als auch für interessierte Laien zugänglich macht. Kobelt verknüpft seine Beobachtungen geschickt mit ... Leer más

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In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" bietet Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der literarische Stil des Werkes ist geprägt von präziser Beschreibung und analytischer Schärfe, was es sowohl für Naturwissenschaftler als auch für interessierte Laien zugänglich macht. Kobelt verknüpft seine Beobachtungen geschickt mit
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Fossilien und Mineralien sammeln

Der vollständige Leitfaden für Liebhaber und Sammler

de Coins and More ...

Ein vollstaendiger, praxisnaher Leitfaden zum Sammeln von Fossilien und Mineralien, geschrieben fuer Einsteiger und fuer Sammler, die ihr Wissen vertiefen wollen. Lernen Sie, Mineralien und Fossilien anhand von Farbe, Struktur und geologischem Kontext zu erkennen, Echtheit und Erhaltungszustand zu bewerten, Kataloge und Sammlerwerkzeuge zu nutzen und zu verstehen, wie der Marktwert entsteht. Ein ... Leer más

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Ein vollstaendiger, praxisnaher Leitfaden zum Sammeln von Fossilien und Mineralien, geschrieben fuer Einsteiger und fuer Sammler, die ihr Wissen vertiefen wollen. Lernen Sie, Mineralien und Fossilien anhand von Farbe, Struktur und geologischem Kontext zu erkennen, Echtheit und Erhaltungszustand zu bewerten, Kataloge und Sammlerwerkzeuge zu nutzen und zu verstehen, wie der Marktwert entsteht. Ein
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Beautiful Shells of New Zealand

Enriched edition. An Illustrated Work for Amateur Collectors of New Zealand Marine Shells, with Directions for Collecting and Cleaning them

de Edward George Britton Moss, Wren Sharp ...

In "Beautiful Shells of New Zealand," Edward George Britton Moss embarks on an intricate exploration of the diverse and exquisite shell species found along the New Zealand coastline. Moss employs a meticulous literary style that blends scientific observation with poetic description, allowing readers to appreciate not only the biology but also the ethereal beauty of these natural wonders. Richly ... Leer más

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In "Beautiful Shells of New Zealand," Edward George Britton Moss embarks on an intricate exploration of the diverse and exquisite shell species found along the New Zealand coastline. Moss employs a meticulous literary style that blends scientific observation with poetic description, allowing readers to appreciate not only the biology but also the ethereal beauty of these natural wonders. Richly
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Secrets of Earth and Sea

de Ray Lankester ...

THE present volume is, like its predecessors, "Science from an Easy Chair" (Series I and Series II) and "Diversions of a Naturalist"—mainly a revision and reprint—with considerable additions—of articles published in daily or weekly journals. The first chapter appeared originally in "The Field." The Chapters VI, XX, XXI, and XXII were published in the "Illustrated London News," under the title ... Leer más

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THE present volume is, like its predecessors, "Science from an Easy Chair" (Series I and Series II) and "Diversions of a Naturalist"—mainly a revision and reprint—with considerable additions—of articles published in daily or weekly journals. The first chapter appeared originally in "The Field." The Chapters VI, XX, XXI, and XXII were published in the "Illustrated London News," under the title
... Leer más
Conus of the Southeastern United States and Caribbean

de Alan J. Kohn ...

Conus is the largest genus of animals in the sea, occurring throughout the world's tropical and subtropical oceans and contributing significantly to marine biodiversity. The shells of these marine mollusks are prized for their amazing variety and extraordinary beauty. The neurotoxic venoms they produce—injected by a hollow, harpoon-like tooth into prey animals that are then paralyzed and swallowed ... Leer más

$102.29 USD

Conus is the largest genus of animals in the sea, occurring throughout the world's tropical and subtropical oceans and contributing significantly to marine biodiversity. The shells of these marine mollusks are prized for their amazing variety and extraordinary beauty. The neurotoxic venoms they produce—injected by a hollow, harpoon-like tooth into prey animals that are then paralyzed and swallowed
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Океанология: Как устроен океан и почему от него зависит наша жизнь

In Twelve Evenings, #6

de Vita Harwood ...

Series Libro 6 - In Twelve Evenings
Океанология: Как устроен океан и почему от него зависит наша жизньКнига 6, Серия "За Двенадцать Вечеров"Вита ХарвудПроверь свои знания!Что я уже знаю об этом?Что на самом деле происходит под поверхностью океана?Океан покрывает большую часть нашей планеты, переносит огромные объёмы тепла, обменивается углеродом с атмосферой, влияет на климат и поддерживает уди... ... Leer más

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Океанология: Как устроен океан и почему от него зависит наша жизньКнига 6, Серия "За Двенадцать Вечеров"Вита ХарвудПроверь свои знания!Что я уже знаю об этом?Что на самом деле происходит под поверхностью океана?Океан покрывает большую часть нашей планеты, переносит огромные объёмы тепла, обменивается углеродом с атмосферой, влияет на климат и поддерживает уди...
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MARES E OCEANOS 2

ATLÂNTICO, INDO-PACÍFICO, ÁRTICO E ANTÁRTICO

de Carlos Falcão de Matos ...

Uma expedição global pelas águas que moldaram o nosso mundo. No segundo volume da série Temas da Natureza, o Autor cobre a vastidão do Atlântico, Índico, Pacífico e as extremidades geladas do Ártico e Antártico. Com 158 fotografias, a obra retrata 121 espécies, unindo o rigor da biologia à história das grandes navegações e descobrimentos. Explore desde microrganismos como o Krill até gigantes como ... Leer más

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Uma expedição global pelas águas que moldaram o nosso mundo. No segundo volume da série Temas da Natureza, o Autor cobre a vastidão do Atlântico, Índico, Pacífico e as extremidades geladas do Ártico e Antártico. Com 158 fotografias, a obra retrata 121 espécies, unindo o rigor da biologia à história das grandes navegações e descobrimentos. Explore desde microrganismos como o Krill até gigantes como
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A Cultural History of Rain

How Rain Shaped Our Stories, Beliefs, and Rituals

de Anjali Deshpande ...

Series Libro 100 - The Curious Rain Library
Rain is more than weather—it is a mirror held up to human civilisation. From the life-giving monsoons of ancient India to the sacred showers of West African creation myths, from the rhythmic drumming on tin roofs that inspired jazz to the cinematic downpours that signal heartbreak or renewal, every culture has woven rain into its deepest expressions. In this rich, surprising journey, Anjali ... Leer más

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Rain is more than weather—it is a mirror held up to human civilisation. From the life-giving monsoons of ancient India to the sacred showers of West African creation myths, from the rhythmic drumming on tin roofs that inspired jazz to the cinematic downpours that signal heartbreak or renewal, every culture has woven rain into its deepest expressions. In this rich, surprising journey, Anjali
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Seashells of New England

A Beachcomber's Guide

de David Scheirer, Sandy Allison ...

Identify just about any seashell found on New England beaches, from southern Connecticut to northern Maine. Beautiful illustrations and straightforward descriptive text help readers identify 70 different seashells, and learn a little bit about them--most likely anything a reader wants to identify will be included, without a lot of "extra" species. Expert information offered in an appealing format ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Identify just about any seashell found on New England beaches, from southern Connecticut to northern Maine. Beautiful illustrations and straightforward descriptive text help readers identify 70 different seashells, and learn a little bit about them--most likely anything a reader wants to identify will be included, without a lot of "extra" species. Expert information offered in an appealing format
... Leer más
The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value

Unraveling the Mystique of Nature's Precious Jewel

de Wallis Richard Cattelle ...

In "The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value," Wallis Richard Cattelle intricately weaves a narrative that explores the multifaceted significance of pearls throughout history, culture, and economy. Employing a lyrical and descriptive literary style, Cattelle navigates through ancient myths, historical anecdotes, and modern applications of pearls, effectively illuminating their enduring ... Leer más

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In "The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value," Wallis Richard Cattelle intricately weaves a narrative that explores the multifaceted significance of pearls throughout history, culture, and economy. Employing a lyrical and descriptive literary style, Cattelle navigates through ancient myths, historical anecdotes, and modern applications of pearls, effectively illuminating their enduring
... Leer más
Shells

de Susan E. Clark ...

Series series A Guide For the Curious
As the world becomes more uncertain and life more stressful, getting outside and connecting with nature is an easy and affordable way to boost our mental and physical health.In Shells, trained biologist and wellness writer Susan E. Clark introduces the curious reader to this wonderful world. In the first part of the book, you will learn fascinating facts about shells and the creatures that leave ... Leer más

$11.39 USD

As the world becomes more uncertain and life more stressful, getting outside and connecting with nature is an easy and affordable way to boost our mental and physical health.In Shells, trained biologist and wellness writer Susan E. Clark introduces the curious reader to this wonderful world. In the first part of the book, you will learn fascinating facts about shells and the creatures that leave
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L'eloquenza delle sardine

de Bill François ...

Traducido por Barbara Ponti ...

Storie incredibili dal mondo sotto il mare«Una dichiarazione d’amore eloquente e poetica al mondo delle profondità marine.» Le MondeE se sott’acqua riuscissimo a parlarci e a sentirci? Sembra un’idea bizzarra, eppure nel «mondo del silenzio» i pesci comunicano fra di loro e ne hanno di cose da dirsi…Giovane scienziato e divulgatore dallo straordinario talento, Bill François ci accompagna in un ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Storie incredibili dal mondo sotto il mare«Una dichiarazione d’amore eloquente e poetica al mondo delle profondità marine.» Le MondeE se sott’acqua riuscissimo a parlarci e a sentirci? Sembra un’idea bizzarra, eppure nel «mondo del silenzio» i pesci comunicano fra di loro e ne hanno di cose da dirsi…Giovane scienziato e divulgatore dallo straordinario talento, Bill François ci accompagna in un
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Rudiments of Conchology. Intended as a familiar introduction to the science

A Comprehensive Guide to Shell-Bearing Mollusks

de Mary Anne Venning ...

In "Rudiments of Conchology: Intended as a Familiar Introduction to the Science," Mary Anne Venning embarks on a systematic exploration of the intricate world of mollusks. This work is characterized by its accessible prose and pedagogical style, designed to demystify the complexities of conchology for the curious layperson. Venning meticulously categorizes various species, offering insightful ... Leer más

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In "Rudiments of Conchology: Intended as a Familiar Introduction to the Science," Mary Anne Venning embarks on a systematic exploration of the intricate world of mollusks. This work is characterized by its accessible prose and pedagogical style, designed to demystify the complexities of conchology for the curious layperson. Venning meticulously categorizes various species, offering insightful
... Leer más
Hints on Bobcat Trapping

de Stanley Paul Young ...

Hints on Bobcat Trapping by Stanley Paul Young is a focused and experience-driven guide that delves into the practical knowledge and field-tested techniques of tracking and trapping one of the most elusive wild predators. Drawing from deep observation and firsthand expertise, Young presents valuable insights into bobcat behavior, habitat patterns, and strategic approaches that demand patience, ... Leer más

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Hints on Bobcat Trapping by Stanley Paul Young is a focused and experience-driven guide that delves into the practical knowledge and field-tested techniques of tracking and trapping one of the most elusive wild predators. Drawing from deep observation and firsthand expertise, Young presents valuable insights into bobcat behavior, habitat patterns, and strategic approaches that demand patience,
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Contributo alla conoscenza della Malacofauna Marina della Riviera del Conero e dintorni

de Andrea Capici ...

Contributo alla conoscenza dei molluschi marini ed in particolare delle loro conchiglie, trovate nel litorale marchigiano e mare prospiciente, compreso tra Senigallia (Ancona) e Numana (Ancona). Il libro, frutto di ricerche effettuate in oltre mezzo secolo, include una parte descrittiva iniziale contenente brevi cenni sul phylum dei molluschi, l'areale di studio, i metodi di ricerca ed i risultati ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Contributo alla conoscenza dei molluschi marini ed in particolare delle loro conchiglie, trovate nel litorale marchigiano e mare prospiciente, compreso tra Senigallia (Ancona) e Numana (Ancona). Il libro, frutto di ricerche effettuate in oltre mezzo secolo, include una parte descrittiva iniziale contenente brevi cenni sul phylum dei molluschi, l'areale di studio, i metodi di ricerca ed i risultati
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Summer Mortality of Pacific Oyster Crassostrea Gigas

The Morest Project

de Jean-François Samain, Helen McCombie ...

Mass oyster mortalities have been known for many years throughout the world, but no strictly pathological explication has been found. This book describes how environmental influences, reproduction, stress, genetics, pathogens and temperature contribute to oyster summer mortality in France. An interaction model is derived from the results and recommendations are made for forecasting and managing ... Leer más

$43.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Mass oyster mortalities have been known for many years throughout the world, but no strictly pathological explication has been found. This book describes how environmental influences, reproduction, stress, genetics, pathogens and temperature contribute to oyster summer mortality in France. An interaction model is derived from the results and recommendations are made for forecasting and managing
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The Giant Triton

List the Giant Triton in Appendix 2 of CITES

de JOHN PATERSON ...

Miyake-Jima 1957It's 1957 and Japanese scientists travel to the island of Miyake-Jima to study a strange disease affecting a coral reef. The island’s people have noticed a strange increase in the number of the large, venomous crown-of-thorns starfish. Over the following years they kill large numbers of the starfish attempting to protect the living coral upon which the starfish is feeding. The ... Leer más

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Miyake-Jima 1957It's 1957 and Japanese scientists travel to the island of Miyake-Jima to study a strange disease affecting a coral reef. The island’s people have noticed a strange increase in the number of the large, venomous crown-of-thorns starfish. Over the following years they kill large numbers of the starfish attempting to protect the living coral upon which the starfish is feeding. The
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