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ADVENTURE KAYAKING: TRIPS FROM THE RUSSIAN RIVER TO MONTEREY.  INCLUDES LAKE TAHOE, MONO LAKE,...

ADVENTURE KAYAKING: TRIPS FROM THE RUSSIAN RIVER TO MONTEREY. INCLUDES LAKE TAHOE, MONO LAKE, AND PYRAMID LAKE.

by Jeneid, Michael. Foreword by Paul McHugh.

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Berkeley, CA: Wilderness Press, 1999. 193 pp, 8vo (9" H). B&w photographs, maps, drawings. "Explore by kayak the lagoons, bays, rivers and lakes of Northern California, including the Russian River, San Francisco Bay, Monterey Bay, Lake Tahoe, and Donner Lake. Author Michael Jeneid has hand-picked the most scenic and enjoyable kayaking areas for both beginners and experts. With this fact-filled book you can find the hidden kayak spots and experience Northern California's incredible variety of birds and sea mammals, including hawks, eagles, seals, and otters. The 24 trips include daytrips, overnight trips, easy paddles, options for canoers, and real adventures for the advanced kayaker - includes: trip details including where to put in, paddling directions, tides, and seasonal factors; beautifully described encounters with birdlife and animals; where to camp, find supplies, and rent equipment; accurate and reliable maps." Interior - clean and tight with no previous… Read More
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'AND SOME BROUGHT FLOWERS':  PLANTS IN A NEW WORLD.
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'AND SOME BROUGHT FLOWERS': PLANTS IN A NEW WORLD.

by Downie, Mary Allice, Hamilton, Mary, selected and introduced by.

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Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 1980. 164 pp, large 8vo (10 1/4"). 70 watercolors by E.J. Revell. "In seventy exquisite watercolours E.J. Revell has captured the beauty of plants found by early travellers in North America - from Ash to Wintergreen, Bittersweet to Wappatoo, the common Bedstraw and the uncommon Camass, the edible Fiddlehead and the ubiquitous Dandelion. Accompanying each painting are quotations from a variety of explorers and settlers, describing the plants and reflecting the practical, aesthetic, and botanic interests of newcomers in different parts of the country. The result is an intriguing mixture of native knowledge and frontier wisdom which provides a picture of life in a new land." Dust jacket has some darkening to panels and edges, minor edge wrinkling.. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Very Good+. Illus. by E.J. Revell..
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ANIMALS IN MOTION.

ANIMALS IN MOTION.

by Muybridge, Eadweard. Edited by Lewis S. Brown.

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New York: Dover 72 pp text & b&w illustrations, followed by 182 double-page b&w plates, each with multiple images. "Here is the largest, most comprehensive selection of Muybridge's famous animals photos - more than 4000 high-speed shots of 34 different animals and birds, in 123 different types of action. Animals are shown walking, running, leaping, flying - in typical action. The horse alone is shown in more than 40 different ways: galloping with nude rider, trotting, pacing with sulky, cantering, jumping hurdles, carrying, rolling on barrels, and 36 other actions. All photos (are) taken against ruled backgrounds; most actions (are) taken from 3 angles at once: 90 degrees, 60 degrees, rear. Foreshortened views are included. These are true action photos, stopped in series, taken at speeds up to 1/2000th of a second. Actions are illustrated in series, with as many as 50 shots per action. Muybridge worked with the U. of Pa. for 3 years, made more than 100,000 exposures, and spent… Read More
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THE BEST OF AUSTRALIAN BIRDS.

THE BEST OF AUSTRALIAN BIRDS.

by Watts, Dave.

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New Holland, (Sydney, 1999). 128 pp, oblong large 8vo (9 11/16" H x 10 7/8" D), hard cover in dust jacket. Beautifully and profusely illustrated in full color. "...takes you on a photographic journey across the continent's habitats - its forests, wetlands, woodlands and plain s, arid centre and coastline - to gain an intimate view of the most beautiful, and intriguing birdlife to be found there...Over 170 species are presented in this spectacular photographic compilation by one of Australia's best-known wildlif e p h o t o g r a phers, Dave Watts...Informative text accompanies the photographs, providing greater insights into the world of Australian birds." tiny dint to top/bottom of rear board. Dust jacket has minor edge wear, very light edge wrinkling, l i gh t ru bb in g. VG +/VG.
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THE BIRD DETECTIVE: INVESTIGATING THE SECRET LIVES OF BIRDS.

THE BIRD DETECTIVE: INVESTIGATING THE SECRET LIVES OF BIRDS.

by Stutchbury, Bridget.

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Toronto: HarperCollins, 2010. 247 pp, large 8vo (9 1/4" H). B&w drawings, graphs, colour plates. "(The author) roams forests and jungles studying the social lives and sexual antics of birds. She reveals the curious reasons for their strange behaviour, bright colouring and elaborate songs, explaining the science behind their surprisingly sophisticated and often amusing habits. In the course of her research for (this book, she) affixed small backpacks containing geolocators to songbirds, which yielded headline-making revelations about the amazing speed with which birds travel when they migrate. (She) explains why some birds readily 'divorce', why parents don't treat their sons and daughters as equals, why many females sneak in quick sex with neighbouring males and why some adults forego breeding altogether. She writes about the territorial nature of birds and describes their nesting habits, revealing why some species choose solitude, while others prefer to live in… Read More
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BIRDER'S DICTIONARY.

BIRDER'S DICTIONARY.

by Cox, Randall T.

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Helena, Montana: Falcon, 1996. 186 pp, 7 3/4" H. B&w drawings. "A one-of-a-kind reference for birders and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes, (this) is your most convenient source for biological, anatomical, physiological, behavioral, and taxonomic information about birds. Its small size makes it ideal for the window ledge, glove compartment, backpack, or library. Colloquial as well as technical terms are presented in an easy-to-read format. And the text is complemented by line drawings of avian anatomy. Appendices list North American and world bird orders in several formats. Perfect for the novice or experienced birder, the student, the researcher, the artist, or the photographer." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor edgewear, light rubbing, small soft crease to bottom corners of covers, slight scuff to fore edge of textblock, spine flat and uncreased. . Soft Cover. Very Good. Illus. by Todd Telander..
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BIRDS OF THE WEST JAMES BAY AND SOUTHERN HUDSON BAY COASTS.  NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CANADA BULLETIN...

BIRDS OF THE WEST JAMES BAY AND SOUTHERN HUDSON BAY COASTS. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CANADA BULLETIN NO. 125.

by Manning, T.H.

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Ottawa: Department of Resources and Development, 1952. 114 pp, 9 3/4" H. B&w photographs, tables, small fold-out map. "This paper is primarily a report on the birds seen and collected by (the author and his) assistants along the west James Bay and southern Hudson Bay coasts in 1947, and near the Moose River estuary in 1949. As a result of the work done in 1947 and 1949, over 750 specimens of birds - have been added to the collections of the National Museum of Canada. To the observations made during these two years, (he has) added the available published and unpublished reports for the coast from Moose Factory to Nelson River and an adjacent strip of hinerland about 15 miles wide. Thus the numerous records from the environs of Moose Factory, Moosonee, Attawapiskat, Fort Severn, and York Factory, all places on the tidal estuaries, are included." Contents: Introduction - Previous ornithological work in region; Description of the region; Systematic list; References cited.… Read More
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BIRDS OF TORONTO AND VICINITY.

BIRDS OF TORONTO AND VICINITY.

by McKeating, Gerald.

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Edmonton, Alberta: Lone Pine, 1990. 144 pp, 8 7/16" H. Colour and b&w illustrations. "(A)n introduction to the fascinating and increasingly popular pastime of birdwatching. Informative and colourfully illustrated, this attractive guide identifies those birds most likely to be seen in Toronto's back yards, streets, parks and natural areas. It includes advice on how to feed birds, building and siting nest boxes for birds, as well as a section on making your own garden more attractive for birds. This is an easy-to-use reference for the urban birdwatcher." Interior - light toning in the page margins, some pencil check marks in the bird checklist at the rear of the book, otherwise clean and tight with no other ownership marks. Exterior - crease at the top corner of the rear cover. . Not Signed. Second Printing. Soft Cover. Very Good. Illus. by Ewa Pluciennik..
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BLACK DUCK SPRING.

BLACK DUCK SPRING.

by Wright, Bruce S. Illustrated by James G. Teason.

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Toronto: Clarke, Irwin, 1966. 191 pp, 8vo (8 3/16" H). B&w drawings. "In this captivating and authoritative tale of wildlife in the northeastern section of our continent, Bruce Wright provides a superb account of the exhilarating and dangerous life of one of the greatest game birds in North America: the black duck. Migrating acording to the cycle of the seasons, the large male duck chooses a mate in the spring, competes for her favors, and follows her to her nesting marsh in Labrador or Quebec . There the young ducklings are born, learn to fly, and, in the fall, return south to the area of Chesapeake Bay where the cycle will begin again next spring. A world of wild animals and birds - of walrus and whales, moose and caribou, eagles and hawks, fish and seals, teel and Canada Geese - is evoked in the course of (his) exciting story about the life of a male black duck. But (this) is more than just another animal story; it is a thorough and often eloquent examination of the history of… Read More
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BRITAIN'S WEATHER:  ITS WORKINGS, LORE AND FORECASTING.

BRITAIN'S WEATHER: ITS WORKINGS, LORE AND FORECASTING.

by Bowen, David.

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Newton Abbot: David & Charles, 1969. 310 pp, 8vo (8 3/4" H). B&w photographs, maps, tables, etc. Contents: The Clouds; The Elements; The Meteorologists; The Weather Charts; The Forecasts; The British Climate; Local Weather; Weather Lore; The Barometer; Weather Round the Year; Weather Cycles; Weather and Warfare; Weather Control; Climate, Weather, and Man; Work for the Amateur; Chapter References; Bibliography; Appendices; Index. 1" x 3" ghost label mark on title page, very light edge wear, minor wrinkling at top/bottom of spine. Dust jacket has been price clipped, has light edge wear/wrinkling, creases at bottom of spine, small tear at top of rear hinge - archivally taped.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good.
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BRITISH ANGLERS' NATURAL HISTORY.  BRITAIN IN PICTURES SERIES.

BRITISH ANGLERS' NATURAL HISTORY. BRITAIN IN PICTURES SERIES.

by Boulenger, E.G.

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Collins, London, 1946, first edition. 48 pp, 8 7/8" H, hard cover in dust jacket. 8 colour plates, 22 b&w illustrations. "....a guide to the fishes and insects which inhabit our streams and rivers. (The author) describes, with fascinating detail and anecdote, such things as the life of the eel and the salmon, the gruesome habits of lampreys and the ferociousness of the small stickleback...." Area of light browning on free endpapers, browning and tiny foxing marks on top of textblock, light edge wear, very light browning to edg es of boards, tiny area of glue residue on front board. Dust jacket has light edge wear/wrinkling, very light browning, very light rubbing/soiling on rear panel, very light waterstain at top inside edge of rear panel, light browning on in s i d e o f f l aps, one small closed tear. Very Good/Very Good.
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BULLDOGS:  AN OWNER'S COMPANION.

BULLDOGS: AN OWNER'S COMPANION.

by Bruton, Christian.

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Marlborough: Crowood, 1998. 223 pp, large 8vo (9 1/2" H). Many b&w photographs. "Universally acknowledged as representing the British national character, the Bulldog can trace its ancestry back to Roman times. With the prohibition on bullbaiting in the nineteenth century came a decline in the popularity of the Bulldog, almost to the point of extinction. The breed was kept alive by a few dedicated fanciers and has now adapted itself to domesticity and become an affectionate companion and an ideal household pet. Whilst Bulldogs are far from vicious, they can display great courage in protecting their owners, families and property should the need arise. This detailed book traces the origins of the Bulldog and compares the conformation of the Bulldog in the early years with today's standard. The author provides clear information on what to look for when choosing a puppy, care, management and breeding. There is also a section on holistic medicines for the prevention and cure of common… Read More
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BUTTERFLIES.  FOLLETT BEGINNING SCIENCE BOOKS.

BUTTERFLIES. FOLLETT BEGINNING SCIENCE BOOKS.

by Brouillette, Jeanne S.

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Chicago: Follett, Chicago, 1961., 1961. 32 pp, 8 1/8" H. Profusely illustrated with color and b&w drawings. "An easy-to-read account of the life cycle of the butterfly with beautiful illustrations in full color of the common butterflies of North America." "Carefully controlled vocabulary so even your seven- and eight-year-olds can read (this) informative book." Very small bump to top edge of rear board, very light browning to edges of textblock, very light edge wear, faint erased pencil marks on first page. Dust jacket is price clipped, light wear at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds, very light edge browning, minor rubbing.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Illus. by Bill Barss..
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THE CANADIAN NATURALIST.  A SERIES OF CONVERSATIONS ON THE NATURAL HISTORY OF LOWER CANADA.

THE CANADIAN NATURALIST. A SERIES OF CONVERSATIONS ON THE NATURAL HISTORY OF LOWER CANADA.

by Gosse, P.H.

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Toronto: Coles, 1971. 372 pp, 8vo (8 3/8" H). B&w drawings. One of the Coles Canadiana Collection - a facsimile of the John Van Voorst, London, 1840 edition. A series of observations on the natural history of the area surrounding the village of Compton in the Eastern Townships of Lower Canada (Quebec), arranged month by month. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very light edge wear, minor soiling to edges of textblock, spine flat and uncreased. VG. Facsimile Edition.. Soft Cover. Very Good.
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CARIBOU AND THE BARREN-LANDS.

CARIBOU AND THE BARREN-LANDS.

by Calef, George. Foreword by David Brower.

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Ottawa: Canadian Arctic Resources Committee, 1981. 176 pp, 11 1/4" H. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs showing the caribou and their environment through the seasons, colour maps. "(T)o most people's view, the country of the caribou is all barren land: harsh, unproductive, devoid of beauty. One of the purposes of these pages is to show that nothing could be further from the truth. The northern wilderness is barren only to those lacking in perception and imagination. But if we should let the great herds vanish from the barren-lands, they will indeed become what the name implies, and we will have lost a part of the majesty and mystery of life." Dust jacket has two small edge tears archivally taped, light wear at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Very Good.
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CASTLE CATS.

CASTLE CATS.

by Surman, Richard.

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London: HarperCollins, 1995. 90 pp, square small 8vo (7 3/4" H x 7 3/4" W). Profusely illustrated with colour photographs. "Richard Surman travelled the length and breadth of Britain and Ireland in pursuit of another group of privileged creatures, the 'Castle Cats'. At Penhow in South Wales, he was greeted at the drawbridge by Sophie and Runcie. Sumo, the great wrestling cat of Hever Castle, treated him to a neck lock. Rockingham's Brandy tried to escape through a secret tunnel, whilst at Dunrobin in the north-east of Scotland, George haunts his own stone turret. William and Harriet at the Tower of London have worked out novel ways of enjoying the ravens without risk. Crathes Castle cats observe each other warily through arrow slits. Buzzards are a hazard for the dainty Ellie at Dunvegan, on the Isle of Skye. Ripley is graced by Blackie, a dreadlocked feudal retainer who fiercely defends his castle demesne. As usual, feline misdemeanours abound: Brandy hides in the pantry… Read More
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CASTLEGUARD.

CASTLEGUARD.

by Muir, Dalton and Ford, Derek. Foreword by J. Keith Fraser.

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Ottawa: Ministry of Environment, 1985. Unpaginated, oblong (8 3/4" H x 11 1/4" D). 113 colour photographs, plus three maps. "Beside the Columbia Icefield, in Banff National Park, lies a narrow valley. One end of the valley is a barren arctic waste, newly formed by the retreat of the ice ages. Gradually, it grades into an alpine meadow and then into a northern coniferous forest. The valley and the glaciers around it gell the story of how the landscapes of Canada were formed, from the great ice ages to this summer's flowers. Partway down the valley there is a cave mouth, the sole entrance to an enormous complex of vaults and passage-ways under the valley and glacier. In the cold darkness of the Castleguard caves water has been forming and enlarging passages for hundreds of thousands of years. Glistening white stalactites, among the purest in the world, have been growing for millennia. Come celebrate Castleguard with the adventurers who have explored and photographed the… Read More
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CASTOROLOGIA, OR THE HISTORY AND TRADITIONS OF THE CANADIAN BEAVER.  AN EXHAUSTIVE MONOGRAPH,...
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CASTOROLOGIA, OR THE HISTORY AND TRADITIONS OF THE CANADIAN BEAVER. AN EXHAUSTIVE MONOGRAPH, POPULARLY WRITTEN AND FULLY ILLUSTRATED.

by Martin, Horace T.

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Montreal: Wm. Drysdale, 1892. 238 pp, 9 1/4" H. Brown cloth, bevelled boards, gilt lettering/decoration on spine and front board, top edge gilt. Inscribed on verso of frontispiece by the publisher: "To John Irwin Esq / of St. Andrews / Que / Feb. 1st / William F. Drysdale." Over 50 b&w illustrations - all present. Contents: Introduction; Mythology and Folklore; Mammoth Beavers; The European Beaver; The More Important American Rodents; Life History of the Canadian Beaver; Geographical Distribution; Engineering Accomplish-ments; Economic Considerations; Chemico-Medical Properties; Importance in Trade and Commerce; Uses of the Beaver in Manufactures; Hunting the Beaver; Experiments in Domestication; Anatomy - Osteology - Taxidermy; The Beaver in Heraldry; Appendices: Photo-copies from Original Documents - 1721-1726; Samuel Hearne's Account of the Beaver; Plaptypsyllus Castoris. Bookplate on front pastedown, a few pages have rough edges due to opening, a few page edge tears… Read More
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THE CHANNEL ISLANDS.  THE COUNTY BOOKS SERIES.

THE CHANNEL ISLANDS. THE COUNTY BOOKS SERIES.

by Hooke, Wilfred D.

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London: Robert Hale, 1954. 211 pp, 8vo (8 11/16" H). B&w photographs, fold-out map at rear. "The Channel Islands are the oldest of Her Majesty's overseas possessions. Their self-governing status in the British Commonwealth is unique and through their long and often troubled history they have frequently played a part in world affairs that is out of all proportion with their size. In this book, which is illustrated from a profusion of well chosen photographs, the author has given an erudite portrait of the islands as they are at the present time. The day-to-day life of the islanders, the peculiarity of their institutions, customs and government are woven with the story of their past to form a fascinating picture. The reader is shown the beauty of the countryside with its prosperous agriculture and the grandeur of the towering cliffs and shares in the fascination of the little islets whose only inhabitants are the sea birds. The author has lived in one or other of the islands almost all… Read More
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THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO THE ARCTIC AND ANTARCTIC.

THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO THE ARCTIC AND ANTARCTIC.

by Williams, Jack.

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Indianapolis: Alpha, 2003. 326 pp, large 8vo (9 1/16" H). B&w and color photographs, b&w drawings/diagrams/maps. "Key information on the plant and animal life that inhabit the polar landscape; Fascinating history of the exploration of these remote and forbidding areas; Cold, hard facts on environmental hazards such as global warming and oil drilling; How human populations such as the Inuit people have survived near the North Pole for thousands of years---" Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - clean and bright.. First Printing.. Soft Cover. Near Fine.
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