David Burnie
1) Bird
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A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.
2) Tree
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Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, the creatures that live in trees, and other aspects.
3) Plant
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Presents information about the complexities of the plant kingdom, covering non-flowering as well as flowering plants and revealing their structures, natural history, and importance in human life.
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Discover the fascinating world of trees--from tiny seeds to mighty forest giants. Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees.
5) Bug hunter
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Explore the world of bugs through hands-on insect activities. "Bug Hunter" includes more than 30 fun activities that you can do to learn more about bugs. Enter the kingdom of the creepy crawlies, and learn about everything from beetles to bees to spiders to scorpions. Identify bugs of all kinds, and learn to study insects in their natural habitats. You can even raise your own caterpillars with the step-by-step instructions you'll find in "Bug Hunter"...
6) Light
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A guide to the origins, principles, and historical study of light.
9) Flowers
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Describes the physical characteristics and life cycles of flowers and examines kinds of garden flowers, woodland flowers, desert flowers, and others.
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"There is an incredible diversity of life on Earth, from microscopic, single-celled organisms to giant redwoods and blue whales. 'The Kingfisher Nature Encyclopedia' is an authoritative and beautifully illustrated guide for the whole family to our world and its inhabitants--both flora and fauna..."--P. [4] of cover.
11) Bird-watcher
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Explore the world of birds, from feathers to flight. Discover the wonderful world of birds with more than 30 easy-to-do, fun activities, plus stunning pictures and amazing facts. --
12) Pirate
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An introduction to pirates and privateers from ancient times to piracy today.
An introduction to the most feared men (and women) on the seas – from a safe distance! Sail the seven seas with pirates and privateers, recognize a Jolly Roger, uncover treasure, and learn about the most famous pirate of them all, Blackbeard. Exciting photography brings this legendary subject to life.
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Explore the world of bugs with more than 30 fun activities! Enter the kingdom of creepy crawlies, from beetles and bees to spiders and scorpions. Identify bugs of all kinds, study them in their natural habitats, and even raise your own caterpillars with the help of this book.
17) How nature works
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The second in the Reader's Digest Science series, How Nature Works is designed to open up the world of natural history to children and adults with a practical, hands-on approach to nature that involves the reader in doing experiments in order to learn. All the experiments and demonstrations have been carefully planned and photographed "live" using over 700 full-color photographs. Publication date: September 1st.
18) Seashore
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Presents the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shorebirds.
The seashore -- What shapes the shore? -- Making waves -- Tides and tidal zones -- Signs in the sand 00 Beach detective -- High and dry -- Just visiting -- Shell shapes -- Borers and burrowers -- Seashore fish -- Look carefully -- Underwater garden -- Holding on -- Life adrift -- Making a meal -- Danger, keep clear! -- Life in the dunes -- Sandy...
20) Eyewitness plant
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Presents information about the complexities of the plant kingdom, covering non-flowering as well as flowering plants and revealing their structures, natural history, and importance in human life.