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Synopsis: An accurate and fascinating introduction to more than 200 of the most common species of mammals in North America.

Synopsis: Practical and easy to use, Writing in the Biological Sciences: A Comprehensive Resource for Scientific Communication, Third Edition, presents students with all of the techniques and information they need to communicate their scientific ideas, insights, and discoveries. Angelika H. Hofmann introduces students to the underlying principles and guidelines of professional scientific writing and then teaches them how to apply these methods when…

Synopsis: Book by Herbert S. Zim

Synopsis: Darwin's theory of natural selection issued a profound challenge to orthodox thought and no being or species has been specifically created; all are locked into a pitiless struggle for existence, with extinction looming for those not fitted for the task. Yet The Origin of Species (1859) is also a humane and inspirational vision of ecological interrelatedness, revealing the complex mutual interdependencies between animal and plant life, climate…

Synopsis: A guide to plants which reproduce without bearing flowers, such as algae, fungi, lichens, mosses, liverworts, ferns, and gymnosperms.

Synopsis: This fully revised edition brings a new level of beauty, accuracy, and usefulness to the field guide that wildflower enthusiasts have relied upon for more than 20 years.More than 940 all-new, full-color images show the wildflowers of western North America close-up and in their natural habitats. The guide has been completely revised to make identification in the field easier than ever. Images are grouped by flower color and shape and keyed to…

Synopsis: "Jeff Klinkenberg is the ghost orchid of Florida nonfiction; an observer who prefers swamps and shadows to sunshine banalities; a prose writer of distinction whose roots seek out, then elegantly entwine, that which is fine and funny, outrageous and rare about our beloved state. Alligators in B-Flat is a virtuoso performance, and proves, once again, that Klinkenberg is among our finest writers."--Randy Wayne White "You read this fine writer and…

Synopsis: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Raven Boys, a mesmerizing story of dreams and desires, death and destiny.Something is happening to the source of the dreamers' power. It is blocked. Diminished. Weak. If it goes away entirely, what will happen to the dreamers and those who depend on them?Ronan Lynch isn't planning to wait and find out. Backed by his mentor, Bryde, he is ready to do what needs to be done to save the dreamers…

Synopsis: A great option for low-level and inclusion classrooms, with digital support on Biology.com. Authors Ken Miller and Joe Levine deliver the same trusted, relevant content in more accessible ways! Written at a lower grade level with a reduced page count, the text offers additional embedded reading support to make biology come alive for struggling learners. Foundations for Learning reading strategies provide the tools to make content accessible for…

Synopsis: With clear definitions, comprehensive cross-referencing, full-colour illustrations and a detailed index, 'The Usborne Illustrated Dictionary of Science' is written for students of chemistry, physics and biology.

Synopsis: This compact guide will help you understand--and enjoy--the unique zone where land and ocean meet. It is a guide to:SeashellsSea PlantsShore BirdsJellyfish, Starfish, Sand CrabsWith over 475 marine subjects illustrated in full color, Seashore Life not only aids in identification but also gives an overall picture of life at the shore.Using clear text and detailed illustrations, Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press present accurate information in…

Synopsis: "For the hunter with gun, camera, or binoculars, here are complete details on 75 species of North American game birds - in a volume that is as beautiful as it is practical.. Waterfowl, upland birds, shore birds, and nuisance birds are covered in depth. For each species there is accurate and comprehensive information on size and appearance, distribution, communication, breeding and nesting, eggs and young; flight, migration, habits, food, life…

Synopsis: One of the most trusted test preparation guides in the industry, AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION TEST PREPARATION MANUAL, 5th Edition, will help to prepare users for the A1-A8 and L1 ASE certification exams. The guide is highly effective in covering need-to-know information to help users pass their exams. Each section starts with a complete overview of the ASE Tasks for that specific system. Next, each section includes ASE Style practice…

Synopsis: Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing details the latest collision repair and refinishing techniques, as well as more traditional repair procedures. It presents both the theoretical and practical aspects of collision repair and refinishing, preparing students for a fast-paced workplace that is becoming increasingly technical. Organized around the NATEF Collision Repair and Refinish Task List, this comprehensive textbook includes information on…

Synopsis: The Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual contains 178 jobs that are grouped into 48 projects. Each project contains the jobs required to diagnose and service a specific automotive system or component, providing initial training for employment as an entry-level automobile technician. This comprehensive product offers complete coverage of all of the priority one (P-1) tasks and many of the priority two (P-2) and priority three (P-3) tasks…

Synopsis: Updated 2016 version. The Motor Age ASE Study Guide for the A4 Suspension…

Synopsis: Ideal for both novice and advanced technicians, Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning, Sixth Edition, provides a complete, state-of-the-art source on automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.Correlated to NATEF and ASE tasks, the text focuses on the generic theory that underlies the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the units and subassemblies found in the many makes and types of vehicles students will likely encounter…

Synopsis: Auto Electricity and Electronics Technology deals with the operation, diagnosis, and service of the electrical, electronic, and computer control systems found on today's automobiles and light trucks. This edition covers the latest developments in the field, including OBD II diagnostic systems and advanced diagnostic procedures. It is a valuable resource for those preparing to take ASE Certification Test A6, Electrical/Electronic Systems.