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This One's Special
A beautiful book, excellent for a gift as well as for one's own library.The illustrations are many, varied, and lovely.The text is engrossing.

Beauty on every page
I've found myself coming back to this book time and time again, just to open at random.I would recommend this book without hesitation.

A marvelous confection...
I found this book in the gift shop of the Point Reyes National Seashore visitor center on a recent trip to Inverness and had to own it.
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Subjects:  1. Birds    2. Birds & Birdwatching - General    3. Birds in art    4. Essays    5. Literary collections    6. Nature    7. Nature/Ecology    8. Ornithology    9. Special Subjects In Literature    10. Nature / Birds & Birdwatching   

Subjects:  1. Bird Watching    2. Birds & Birdwatching - General    3. Nature    4. Nature/Ecology    5. NATURAL HISTORY, COUNTRY LIFE & PETS    6. Nature / Birds & Birdwatching   

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Impressed
The book was sent fairly quickly and packaged very well. The book is new as it was advertized. Would buy from seller again.

Great book
I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in this subject. It has a lot of great case studies and examples. Some conservation biologists call this one "the Concervation biology bible". ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Conservation biology    2. Environmental Conservation & Protection - General    3. Life Sciences - Biological Diversity    4. Nature    5. Science    6. Science/Mathematics    7. Wildlife    8. Conservation of wildlife & habitats    9. Ecological science, the Biosphere   

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most comprehensive treatment of this order
Excellent treatment of the ecology, behavior, life history, morphology,phylogeny and neurobiology of the Solifugae. This book also provides keysfor families and genera worldwide. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Arachnida    2. Life Sciences - Zoology - Entomology    3. Life Sciences - Zoology - General    4. Science    5. Science/Mathematics    6. Solpugida    7. Arachnids    8. Insects (entomology)    9. Science / Zoology   

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excellent, but expensive
The book is without doubt the best ornithology textbook in existance.While this may be aided by the fact that it is virtually the only one there is out there, it is accurate, comprehensive and user friendly. my main problems are that it is starting to be a little dated, and of course - the price.

Bird Biology at its Best!
I searched for a textbook on ornithology that I could use in association with the Bird Biology Home Study Course that I was planning to take through Cornell University.I found the textbook at Amazon.com.The information in this textbook is absolutely wonderful!Frank Gill presents an "encyclopedia" of information in an easy-to-read, comprehensible format.Anyone interested in the serious study of bird biology will want to add this textbook to his or her bookshelf.Within the next few months, I will reread this textbook again.How many textbook readers can honestly state that they would reread any textbook in its entirety?Every chapter intrigued and delighted me.I will be actively searching for more books by Frank Gill, based upon the presentation of materials in Ornithology, 2nd edition.

Could not put it down....
This superb book was such fun to read and it is packed full of interesting and thought-provoking information. Space prohibits a chapter-by-chapter review so I will list the things in the book that I found very interesting: 1. The plumage color patterns of dawny young shorebirds. 2. DNA hybridization experiments and evolutionary tree of herons. 3. Geese flying in formation to save energy. 4. The use of thermals by a gliding vulture to counteract sinking. 5. The unique landing abilities of birds: rotation of center of mass upward to stall directly over the landing site. 6. Vortex creation by beating wings of pigeons and kestrels. 7. Respiratory abilities of birds. 8. High metabolic rates of frizzled chickens. 9. Discussion on avian intelligence. 10. The detection of natural magnetic fields using rhodopsin. 11. Use of echolocation for navigation; asymmetry of ear placement in the owl to pinpoint sound source. 12. The avian taste for chili peppers. 13. Birds having two independent voices. 14. Individual spacing behavior while perching. 15. The nests of swallows reflecting their evolutionary history. 16. Insurance egg laying by penguins and boobies.17. The restoration of the peregrines. 18. The illustrations of the birds of the world in the appendix. 19. The enormous bibliography.This is definitely a book to be read by students and those interested in ornithology. An incredible book....... ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Life Sciences - Zoology - Ornithology    2. Science    3. Science/Mathematics    4. Birds (ornithology)   

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I wanted to take this book apart from the very beginning...
A vegan roomie lent me this book, and I was reluctant to read it, but decided I would, just so that I could have the pleasure of finding the fallacies in it and have something to argue with her about.
Sickening Death Factories
There are no more excuses,there is no more room for rationalization if we are to claim "honesty" and "compassion" for our species.The factory farming and slaughter of animals for "food" and other human purposes is a sickness of the soul and it is time to change in favor of logic and compassion.This brilliant book exposes the hypocrisies of being a meat-eater in this day and age and challenges us to admit the truth and to change for the better.If we don't and get angry at the messenger, we only validate the worst fears for our species.

Please read this riveting book and pass it on!
"Eternal Treblinka" is a very sobering read. It should be required reading in all high schools and available in all libraries. Charles Patterson's excellent book offers a riveting comparison between our historical and continuing insensitive treatment of animals and the horrific treatment of Jews in the Holocaust.
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Subjects:  1. Animal Rights    2. Animal welfare    3. Animals    4. General    5. Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945)    6. Pets    7. Animals & society    8. Cultural studies   

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excellent teaching method
I've listened to all 3 cds just once through and already I can identify 5 or 6 birds by their calls.I find myself listening whenever I'm outside to see if I can hear one of the birds in this guide.I highly recommend getting this if you are interested in learning bird calls.It is highly effective.

Wonderful resource!
I am a novice bird watcher, and my enjoyment has increased exponentially after listening to these fabulous recordings.The material is logically organized and beautifully presented.Great to listen to in the car when heading to or from an outdoor adventure!

Superlative!
"The songs we're now hearing are ancient tunes..."
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Subjects:  1. Birds & Birdwatching - General    2. Nature    3. Nature/Ecology    4. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    5. Nature / Birds & Birdwatching   

Reviews (18)

Captivating
"Riding Between The Worlds" is an excellent account of the physical, spiritual, metaphysical and emotional connection between humans and horses.I found the metaphysical explanations to be the most helpful and know that I'll keep this book close to me as an inspiration and a reference guide.
Requirement for Life
This book should be a requirement for every living person to read.Linda's view on horse and human emotions through her clients' experiences is incredible.I have learned so much about myself and others by reading this book.It has definitely improved the relationship between myself, my horses, and other people in my life.

Healing Angels with hoofs not beasts of burden
Kohanov's personal rendition invites readers into a world of horses and herds that bring more than just joy rides on a saddle. In the ancient celtic myth there was a goddess known as Epona - the horse goddess ... whose imagery symbolized protection and healing. Kohanov brings the essence of this Irish myth alive as she opens the world of healing horses and equine-facilitated therapy to readers. Horse lovers in particular will love this book. Told in a frank prose and honest voice of a successful music journalist ... Riding between the Worlds is a gallop through our emotions, an avenue of healing, and a trail to a tranquil possibility with our partner equines. Horses have been seen as beasts of burdens for centuries but their role in human civilzation has been profound. Horses are our partners more than anything else ... Alexander the Great and Bucephalus ... are just one example of how our modern world was forged through the hoofs in partnership with man. Kohanov's unique work brings the role of the horse into a new relationship with humankind ... from conquest of other lands ... to an inner triumph ... a victory over the demons that plague our emotional lives when pain goes unprocessed in the body. Horses, in Kohanov's world, are once again capable and active in healing humans through the next stage in our development as a species. This book confirms that animals help fortify the "kind" in humankind.
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Subjects:  1. Anecdotes    2. Animals    3. Arizona    4. Horse Production    5. Horses    6. Horses - Riding    7. Human-animal relationships    8. Kohanov, Linda    9. Nature    10. New Age    11. Pets    12. Tucson    13. Women horse owners    14. Domestic animals & pets   

Reviews (6)

Valuable Book
"...this valuable book is currently the most complete overview of behavioral procedures available...it is a must have and a must read book..." (Genes, Brain, and Behavior, 2002)

Essential Book
"I would recommend that every behavioral scientist has at least two copies, one for their own use and one that will be on permanent loan to their students, post-doctoral students and colleagues in molecular biology."-- TRENDS in Pharmacological Sciences (Gerard R. Dawson, Merck Sharp & Dohme Research Laboratories)

Expert Review
"[T]his volume succeeds as a useful introduction to the realm of behavioral phenotyping for those interested in creating or using the large and increasing number of promising targeted mutant mice."-- TRENDS in Neurosciences (John K. Belknap, Oregon Health Sciences University) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animal models    2. Animals    3. Anthropology - Physical    4. Behavior    5. Laboratory Animals    6. Life Sciences - Biology - General    7. Life Sciences - Genetics & Genomics    8. Neurobiology    9. Neurogenetics    10. Neurology - General    11. Science    12. Science/Mathematics    13. Transgenic mice    14. Genetics (non-medical)    15. Science / Genetics    16. Zoology & animal sciences   

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Add this book to your collection!
I just got the book and in short, was very impressed.The book fills in the gap in the taxonomic order not covered in the famous Birds of South America Vol. I & II by Ridgely and Tudor.The book is small and compact (5" X 7.5").The illustrations are great...a bit crowded on some pages (as can be expected with the size), but overall are visually appealing and birds are identifiable (unlike other Princeton Illustrated Checklists I've seen recently).The book is just that though, an illustrated checklist.Each bird is illustrated on one side with a corresponding paragraph describing the bird and habitat on the opposite side. Each species has a small range map next to the text block as well.
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Subjects:  1. Birds & Birdwatching - General    2. Nature    3. Nature/Ecology    4. South America    5. Biological Sciences    6. Birds & birdwatching    7. Birds and Natural History    8. Nature / Birds & Birdwatching   

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The perfect book for the hobbyist
If you're interested in keeping clownfish, this is the perfect book.The author goes into appropriate detail on what is needed to keep clownfish, what kinds of anemones can be kept with them (and their requirements), and how to breed them if you're so inclined.I found the book very easy to understand and not overly burdened with scientific and technical language.I also thought she had a very funny sense of humor that is sprinkled throughout.The pictures are great and she's actually had experience with most species in captivity and is able to make careful distictions to specific characteristics or needs of the different species.Some things I found especially helpful were the chapter on clownfish nutrition (she's really done her homework on that) and the common sense approaches to copepod cultivation for feeding baby clownfish.A great book for those keeping clownfish, even if you're not interested in breeding them.

THIS BOOK WAS GOOD BUT I LIKED ANOTHER ONE BETTER
THIS BOOK WAS A GOOD BOOK, HOWEVER, WE WANTED TO GET INFO. ON BREEDING AND MATING MAROON CLOWN FISH.WE FOUND "CONDITIONING, SPAWNING AND REARING OF FISH WITH AN EMPHASIS ON MARINE CLOWNFISH" BY FRANK H. HOFF A BIT MORE ALONG THE LINES OF WHAT WE WANTED TO KNOW.

the most important book for aquarium owners
I found this book to be the most interesting and important book in my marine aquarium hobby.The details on the clownfish and anemonies was very helpfull in setting the tank up.The book also carrier the reader into breeding practices, or allows one to stay with collection and enjoyment of marine aqua-scaping.There is also information in this book not found in other resources that helps significantly in enjoying this hobby. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Fish    2. Fish & Aquariums    3. Pets    4. Fishes & aquaria   

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A MUST read
I don't know why there aren't hundreds of reviews on this book, because it's absolutely magic. If you're looking for comfort and evidence, buy it! I am grateful Elizabeth shared her insights with us, readers. As I am in the learning process of becoming an animal communicator myself, I am doing research in reading as much as I can. But first of all I am a grieving person who's animal friend recently died and I am besides myself with grief over this loss. Elizabeth shares her knowledge that all is as it's supposed to be. She enlights, she has such insight, and yet, as a scientifically educated woman, she does not take things for granted. The care-humans (as she calls them) of the pets, deceased or alive, acknowledge her words over and over again. Facts. I read this book of 143 page's in one day, up to late at night. Just couldn't stop. It was one of the most beautiful gifts I received. So just buy it :-)
would you like to see how an animal views death?read this book
Judging from the response to this book, not many people buy this book, but a lot of people see the site.That said, I found this book to be quite intriguing.Like "1smileycat", I had to recently put down my favorite pet (in my case, my beloved dog of 10 years).I actually found out about this book from looking at 1smileycat's profile (so thanks :) )and bought it.Severino's book is a nice read and offers an interesting view of dying, death, and euthanasia- all, as the title suggests, told from an animal's point of view.A good read and definite recommendation for anyone grieving the loss of a loved pet.

Be open minded while reading this book.
I truely enjoyed "The Animals' Viewpoint on Dying, Death, and Euthanasia" by Elizabeth Severino, D.D., D.R.S, animal communicator.
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Subjects:  1. Animal Rights    2. Animals    3. Death & Dying    4. General    5. Nature    6. Nature/Ecology    7. Domestic animals & pets    8. Pets / General   

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EXCELLENT ADDITION TO YOUR COLLECTION
Having been a birder for quite a number of years, I of course have quite a number of bird identification books.This was a very nice addition to my collection.I do carry it on field trips along with a couple of others (Sibley's and Peterson's being the primary ones).I have found that not one bird guide is suitable for everyone.Being from the "old school" I tend to turn to Peterson's more often, but that is probably from pure habit.Some hard to identify birds though do take some work and really more than one reference.This particular work is quite good.The pictures are very helpful and when I use this work with others I find most of my needs meet.I highly recommend this particular book.

The Best Bird Guide
This is the bird guide you should buy. Superior illustrations, easy to read text, thoughtful organization. Best of all-all the species (plus tons or accidentals and casuals)of North America in one handy volume! No worrying if a bird crosses "the border" between the East/West field guide boundary.
Bird Lady of Woodinville
I am very pleased with the book! The pictures & descriptions are excellant,better than anything else I've seen so far through the years. It's very easy to find the species, good size for travel, and just handy to have by the patio! This guide is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!---Jeannice------ ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Birds    2. Birds & Birdwatching - General    3. Birds & Birdwatching - Guides    4. Identification    5. Nature    6. Nature/Ecology    7. North America    8. Reference    9. Birds & birdwatching    10. Humour    11. Nature / General    12. The Americas    13. USA   

Editorial Review

Longtime animal lover Kobie Krüger got a little more than she bargained for when she married a game warden and moved deep into some of South Africa's wildest country.Read more

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Wonderful Book!
I agree with all of the earlier reviews of this book - it is a must-read!My family had the privilege of visiting Kruger Park last November.Ms. Kruger does a wonderful job of capturing what it feels like to be there.I highly encourage anyone who can to make the trip - South Africa is a beautiful country that shouldn't be missed.

if there were 10 stars, this book would get them all
The question is - where do you go from here? After this book you have to take a break before launching yourself into any other read just because there's so much verve and life to this book, it lingers in you for days. You laugh with it and you cry with it. Extraordinary book!

A Great Escape
This is one of my favorite excape reads.I've read it many times and each time get just a bit more out of it as well as the feeling of being there and wishing I was.It's an incredible adventure written with humor and honesty.Life was not easy and it certainly wasn't dull.Ms. Kruger displays the courage and humility it takes to survive, sometimes alone, as part of Africa's protector.The interaction between humans and animals, even the fearful-for-her snakes speaks volumes.It's a book I don't want to end. Imagine raising children to appreciate life in this incredible location! Wonderful. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Environmental Conservation & Protection - General    2. Essays    3. Kruger National Park    4. Life Sciences - Zoology - General    5. Lions    6. Natural history    7. Nature    8. Nature / Field Guide Books    9. Nature/Ecology    10. South Africa    11. Wildlife    12. Wildlife Conservation    13. Zoology    14. Krüger, Kobie    15. Nature / Wildlife   

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A Must for Miniature Horse Breeders
This book is excellent for all breeders who work in conjuction with their veterinary surgeons.

miniature horses A veterinary guidefor owners and breeders
As an owner of both Arabian horses and Miniature Horses I decided to buy this Veterinary Guide especialy printed with information on the wellbeing of the miniature horse ,the book was reccomended to me , I have found it very helpful , full of information to all kinds of ailments in the miniatures, covering just about everything you would need to know without the expense, Ibought this book to join my other veterinary books and, the information and advice is well worth reading, I'd suggest everybody keeps one , it's not just a reference book it's my miniature horses bible !!!!!!!,

VERY INFORMATIVE!
This is a great book!Just what I had hoped for. Buy it - you'll like it!Lots of info for mini owners. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Diseases    3. Equine Medicine    4. Health    5. Horse Production    6. Horses - General    7. Miniature horses    8. Nature    9. Pets    10. Physiology    11. Veterinary Medicine - Equine    12. HORSES_DISEASES    13. Medical / Veterinary Medicine / Equine   

Subjects:  1. Birds & Birdwatching - General    2. Calendar    3. Calendars & Diaries    4. Non-Classifiable    5. NATURE / Birds & Birdwatching    6. Photography / Nature & Wildlife   

Editorial Review

Holley Bishop loves bees. No, more than that: she idolizes them. She marvels at their native abilities and the momentous role these misunderstood and unjustly feared creatures have played in the development of human history. And with her book, Read more

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She's as sweet as....
I don't think I can add much to all of the valid points the other reviewers have touched on (although I take issue with the scientific criticisms of one reviewer - I think she didn't read those passages closely enough) however I can't resist saying how enjoyable and eminently readable Holley Bishop's book is.
well written
I found this book to be a great read. The writing was quite eloquent and absorbing and I found that I got to know honey bees intimately. Because the structure of the book, the sense you get of the history of the honey bee is somewhat fragmented. I agree with some of the other reviewers that there is something lacking to the science side, although very well researched and very nearly comprehensive, I didn't feel like the social and environmental issues facing this amazing creature were sufficiently addressed. I was dissappointed that the issue of genetically engineered food and organisms was glossed over, this however may be because the book is largely set in the USA which is one of the few countries worldwide where the implications and effects of GMO's for humans and animals are also largely glossed over. I felt that Hattie Ellis in her wonderful history: "Sweetness and Light: The Mysterious History of the Honey Bee" did a remarkable job at addressing the various issues of the plight of the modern honey bee, and like Holley Bishop's book is a very compelling read.

Good History Book, Bad Science Reference
Bishop presents an entertaining history of bees and beekeeping, and gives us an absolutely fascinting tour into the relationship between humans and bees, both ancient and modern. What she misses are her science references:
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Subjects:  1. Agriculture - General    2. Essays    3. Honey    4. Insects & Spiders    5. Nature    6. Nature/Ecology    7. Specific Ingredients - Natural Foods    8. Technology & Industrial Arts    9. Animal husbandry    10. Nature / Insects & Spiders   

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The Best Birding Guidebook for Costa Rica!
This is by far the best birding guide book for Costa Rica.Most of the guides working in the country use this one!If you're planning a trip and don't want to take the whole heavy book, you can take it to a copy center like Kinkos and have the color photo pages cut out and bound with a waterproof cover and a few extra blank pages for notes.This makes an excellent field guide!

Fabulous
This book is a bird lover's God send. On our trip to Costa Rica, it was extremely useful, given its full illustrations of thousands of exotic species to be found in that glorious tropical climate. We were especially delighted to experience sightings of the rare Quetzel and Toucan. A fabulous guide for anyone visiting Costa Rica, or who simply wants to live vicariously.

good but not great
I spent 3 weeks in Costa Rica birding with this guide.There was only one bird in adult plumage that the illustration did not match the bird very well--peg billed finch. The finch is much much darker above than the illustration.
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Subjects:  1. Birds    2. Birds & Birdwatching - General    3. Birds & Birdwatching - Guides    4. Costa Rica    5. Identification    6. Nature    7. Nature/Ecology    8. Birds (ornithology)   

Subjects:  1. Anatomy    2. Animal Embryology    3. Atlases    4. Embryos    5. Experiments & Projects    6. General    7. Histology    8. History    9. Individual Species Of Mammals    10. Life Sciences - Biology - Developmental Biology    11. Mice    12. Nature    13. Science    14. Science/Mathematics    15. Animal physiology    16. Animal reproduction    17. Mammals    18. Science / Developmental Biology   

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Good reference book and learning tool
I haven't found many good books on algae that have come out in the pastfew years.This book is a great one with lots of information and pictures. It would be better if some of the pictures were in color, instead of allof them being in black and white.Some algae are indentified by color socolor pictures would be helpful.It has really good information on diatomsalso which is nice. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Algae    2. Algology    3. Fish    4. Life Sciences - Biology - General    5. Life Sciences - Botany    6. Science    7. Science/Mathematics    8. Mycology, fungi (non-medical)    9. Science / Botany