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Page : 1619 pages
File Size : 45,77 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Encyclopedias
ISBN : 9780517183977
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The World Book Illustrated Home Medical Encyclopedia
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Page : 272 pages
File Size : 35,89 MB
Release : 1980
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780716620600
The World Book Encyclopedia
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Publisher :
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 30,37 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN :
An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.
The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Butterflies and Moths
Author : Sally Morgan
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 12,82 MB
Release : 2013-03-16
Category : Butterflies
ISBN : 9780754818847
Adored for their beauty and variety, butterflies and moths captivate nature enthusiasts all over the world. Yet these exquisite insects, which comprise the animal grouping Lepidoptera, are not only attractive to watch but are of immense biological importance. They are both pollinators, and scientific ?indicators? of changing levels of light, heat and availability of food ? meaning that some species are the subject of intense scientific study. Despite challenges posed by shrinking forests and open spaces, many butterflies and moths are adapting well to their changing habitats, proving that ? despite their seemingly fragile appearance ? they are ingeniously equipped to deal with a range of environmental factors. This superb visual resource profiles some of the world's best-loved and most intriguing butterflies, moths and skippers, with a geographically-split directory of 600 detailed entries, each containing useful identification summaries and quick-reference panels on distribution, habitat, food, wingspan and status. The majority of species are realized in exceptional full-colour artworks, from full-body illustrations to drawings depicting detail such as the pattern on the reverse side of the wings, recognizable when the creature is resting, as well as unusual markings and pupae. Butterflies in particular can be immensely variable and some have evolved deceptive (and defensive) physical traits which mean they can become confused with other species. Read, for example, about the sub-Saharan common graphium, which has the power to mimic a poisonous butterfly from another family, or the blood-red glider, immensely valued among collectors for its rich red colour. Some species are well-travelled, such as the familiar coppers whose light-catching wings can be seen in habitats as widespread as Europe, central Asia and China. Others, such as South America's giant swallowtail ? a rainforest species with wings spanning some 250mm/10in ? are being placed under increasing pressure by the collapse of their very specialized habitats. Moths remain mysterious to many people, and are often perceived, at best, as little worthy of attention, or, at worst, as pests. Yet this insect group, which contains both day- and night-fliers, displays unique and varied forms of behaviour that makes them endlessly interesting to observe. With coverage of both day- and night-flying species, the reader can learn all about the colourful cinnabar moth, whose caterpillars turn cannibal during food shortages, or the puss and tiger moths, whose hindwings may suddenly display flashes of ?warning? colour to deter threats. The aptly-named hummingbird hawk moth is a nature lover's favourite for its ability to feed, hovering, at the heads of flowers. Then there are the silk moths ? domesticated by collectors for centuries ? and the skippers, predominantly grassland-dwellers who occupy the evolutionary middle ground between butterflies and moths. A superb photographic reference section covers the life cycle of all of these creatures, with detailed descriptions of internal anatomy and the powerful structure of the wings. There are stunning close-up images of compound eyes and feeding equipment, as well as information on classification and life cycle ? including hibernation habits ? plus evolutionary characteristics such as melanism, camouflage and mimickry. For those who want to get closer, there are tips on how to attract moths and butterflies to your own backyard, the type of species you are likely to see in nearby habitats, and take part in conserving species at local level. With a total of 1000 colour photographs, artworks and maps, and containing meticulously researched and accessible text throughout, this is the essential companion for butterfly and moth enthusiasts everywhere.
Illustrated World Encyclopedia
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Page : 332 pages
File Size : 17,7 MB
Release : 1967
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
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The Complete Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Insects
Author : Martin Walters
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 11,42 MB
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Insects
ISBN : 9781846815829
A visual directory featuring every order of the insect world, with a natural history introduction.
The World Encyclopedia of Christmas
Author : Gerry Bowler
Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
Page : 1075 pages
File Size : 38,28 MB
Release : 2012-10-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1551996073
At last, a truly comprehensive look at Christmas and all of its customs with its long history around the world. The World Encyclopedia of Christmas contains articles on the history of Christmas baking, drinking, and merrymaking, and Christmas dramas, music, literature, art, and films. It includes entries on the evolution of the Christmas tree and the Christmas card, gift-giving, and decoration of church and home. There are profiles of the many gift-bringers, from Santa Claus to Babouschka, and miraculous tales of the numerous saints associated with the season. And there are histories of seasonal celebrations and folk customs around the world, from the United States to Japan, from Egypt to Iceland. Who, for example, knew the links between the Punch and Judy show and Christmas? That the medieval Paradise tree hung with tempting apples was the forerunner of the Christmas tree? About the Peerie Guizers, who terrorized the Shetland Islands, going door-to-door for Christmas charity? Or what Freudians make of our interest in Christmas stockings and Santa’s entrance through the chimney? There are detailed accounts of Wren Boys and Star Boys, mumming and wassailing, the Feast of Fools and the origins of eggnog. And of course stories of the Nativity and legends of the Magi. With beautifully illustrated accounts ranging from the pagan roots of Yuletide, through the birth of Christ, and the long and fascinating history of the festival ever since, The World Encyclopedia of Christmas, is a rich and continually surprising array of religious and secular history, trivia, literature, and art. This wonderful book deserves to find a home with every family that celebrates Christmas.
The New Illustrated Encyclopedia of World History
Author : William Leonard Langer
Publisher : ABRAMS
Page : 764 pages
File Size : 27,48 MB
Release : 1975
Category : History
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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of World Mythology
Author : Arthur Cotterell
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 46,64 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 9781782143376
The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Insects
Author : Martin Walters
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,22 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Entomology
ISBN : 9780754819097
From the publisher. This beautifully illustrated book provides an overview of the world of insects. The encyclopedia of insect species is organized according to geographical region and then by insect order.