European Mammals: Evolution and Behaviour

Science & Math

David MacDonald

Biological Sciences

Harpercollins

Running with the Fox

Unwin Hyman

From School Library Journal\nYA-- Macdonald has given to posterity his research which involved techniques for following foxes through the night. His work was enhanced by the latest in radiotagging, night vision binoculars, and a 15-year study using a succession of hand-reared cubs to act as "spies." This book is more than a definitive statement on the subject, for it offers a sensitivity to this beautiful, adaptable animal that is nearing extinction, written in the tone that a biographer would use when writing of a revered and beloved relative. The photographs, drawings, descriptions, diagrams, and the charting of behavior patterns provide readers with insight into the true nature of the elusive, intelligent, and little-known or understood fox. This book is sure to be in demand for years to come, a classic to be read again and again. 
- Barbara Batty, Port Arthur Schools, Tex. 
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc.

HarperCollins, Publishers

The last decades of the twentieth century saw a flowering of knowledge about the behaviour, ecology, and evolution of mammals, including ourselves. This new information is brought together, in highly accessible form, by an international team of scientists led by David Macdonald of OxfordUniversity. Uniquely, the information is both authoritative enough to be used as a serious reference work by professionals and presented clearly and attractively enough to fascinate anyone with an interest in wildlife. The New Encyclopedia of Mammals builds on the success of its first edition,published in 1983, to produce an up to date, authoritative, and hugely readable species by species guide to all the mammals of the world.

The new encyclopedia of mammals

Sasha Norris

Reference

Oxford University Press

Hailed as 'a rare combination of learning, decent writing and knock-your-eyes-out photography' by The Times and 'an ultimate in natural history books' by the Irish Times when it was published in its first edition, this encyclopedia has become the definitive reference work on mammals for the 21st century. It covers the behaviour, diet, distribution, and evolution of every known living mammal in the world in clear, accessible language, and is illustrated throughout with spectacular photographs and original artwork, including breathtaking photo-stories of momentous events, such as how a cheetah learns to hunt, an elephant's early years, and life in the pouch for a kangeroo. There are also feature articles on a range of fascinating topics, among them: Why do primates have big brains? Why do lions roar? And what are the costs of motherhood for seals? Written by an international team of experts and edited by renowned zoologist Professor David Macdonald - whose documentary Meerkats United was voted the best wildlife film of all time by BBC viewers - this new edition has been comprehensively revised and updated to reflect the most recent developments in modern zoology. It offers authoritative coverage of each species, and contains brand new photographs, maps, and illustrations, as well as essays on special topics, from conservation to the evolution of primates; from human culture to disease in the Tasmanian devil. An essential work for zoologists and natural historians, this book is also a stunning point of reference for families and for anyone interested in the mammals of the world.

The Encyclopedia of Mammals

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

* Authoritative, up-to-date coverage of Every living mammal * Written by experts in everyday language * Fascinating insights into behavior, conservation, and ecology * Factfiles present key data on individual species and their distribution * Spectacular wildlife photography and color artwork * Full index, glossary of scientific terms, and further reading list

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Barnes&Noble Books

Getting Ready for Reading with Franklin and Friends!

Barnes and Noble Books

Running With the Fox

FACTS ON FILE+

Describes the smallest and most widespread of the wild dog family, its evolution, habitat, and behavior.

Foxes (WorldLife Library Series)

Children's Books

Voyageur Pr

Features prices and values for more than 45,000 stamps and postal collectibles from 1847-2004. The 2005 edition includes thousands of value updates and photos for US, United Nations and Canadian stamps, First Day Covers, souvenir cards and most areas of postal collectibles.

2005 Brookman Stamp Price Guide

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