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Report copyright infringementby Roger Gosden (Author)The author celebrates a love of nature and science in this collection of 40 essays and memoirs. They reveal deep curiosity about biology, including our fellow creatures, and his concern for planetary and human health. Not a science book for scientists nor a nature book for naturalists, it is offered to everyone who shares those cares, and not only for information but also for contemplation. Stories are seasoned with humor and quotations fro...

Peterson Field Guide to Western Reptiles & Amphibians

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Report copyright infringementby Robert C. Stebbins (Author), Samuel M. McGinnis (Author)PETERSON: The best-selling field guides of all time This is the most comprehensive and trusted guide to reptiles and amphibians of western North America. The new edition retains the realistic and accurate paintings by Robert Stebbins and includes 160 color photographs for additional detail. All range maps are up to date and placed within their species accounts. Family, genus, species, and subspecies names...

Plants That Cure: Plants as a Source for Medicines, from Pharmaceuticals to Herbal Remedies

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth A. Dauncey (Author), Melanie-Jayne R. Howes (Author)A full-color illustrated guide to the natural history of plants with medicinal properties Of the nearly 400,000 plants that have evolved on Earth, around seven percent of them have been used in traditional herbal medicine or as local remedies. More recently, scientific studies have revealed how plants may be sources of important medicines, often in the form of single isolated compounds. Plants That C...

Treasury of Folklore: Woodlands and Forests: Wild Gods, World Trees and Werewolves

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Report copyright infringementby Dee Dee Chainey (Author), Willow Winsham (Author)An entertaining and enthralling collection of myths, tales and traditions surrounding our trees, woodlands and forests from around the world. From the dark, gnarled woodlands of the north, to the humid jungles of the southern lands, trees have captured humanity's imagination for millennia. Filled with primal gods and goddesses, dryads and the fairy tales of old, the forests still beckon to us, offering sanctuary,...

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Report copyright infringementby Janet Browne (Author)The definitive biography of Charles Darwin--now in one abridged and fully updated volume Based on the two-volume National Book Critics Circle Award-winning biography hailed as "the definitive Darwin biography" (Newsday) - "a wonderful and well-rounded portrait" (The Washington Post) - and "magnificent" and "irresistible" (The Sunday Times) Janet Browne's award-winning, two-volume biography of Charles Darwin has been described by many review...

The Useful Spectacle: The Origin of Popular Science

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Report copyright infringementby Amedeo Pitzoi (Author)"There's no better way to open the mind than curiosity."-- Abbot Pluche Today, everyone enjoys the results of science... but it took so long to get there.Cicero was the first to translate scientific language so that his fellow citizens could understand it.Then, Galileo used dialogue to try convincing the Aristotelians that Earth moved. He failed, but his example lived on and inspired other scientists to do the same, until the scientific re...

Consciousness in a Nutshell: A Psychonautical Odyssey

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Report copyright infringementby Jay Nelson (Author), Lindy Nelson (Author), Kevin Cuellar (Illustrator)With a feverish pace and a candid eye for story, Consciousness in a Nutshell delivers an unforgettable account of what it means to be alive while, at the very same time, answering the question of all questions, once and for all: What is consciousness?Consciousness in a Nutshell is a work of psychological mastery. A 21st century portrait of Nature, Nirvana, and what it means to be a human bei...

Scientific Freedom: The Elixir of Civilization

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Report copyright infringementby Donald W. Braben (Author)A radical and timely proposal for reinvigorating transformative scientific discovery. So rich was the scientific harvest of the early 20th century that it transformed entire industries and economies. Max Planck laid the foundation for quantum physics, Barbara McClintock for modern genetics, Linus Pauling for chemistry--the list goes on. In the 1970s, the nature of scientific work started to change. Increases in public funding for scie...

The Princeton Field Guide to Dinosaurs (Third Edition)

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Report copyright infringementby Gregory S. Paul (Author)A fully updated and expanded edition of the acclaimed, bestselling dinosaur field guide The bestselling Princeton Field Guide to Dinosaurs remains the must-have book for anyone who loves dinosaurs, from amateur enthusiasts to professional paleontologists. Now extensively revised and expanded, this dazzlingly illustrated large-format edition features nearly 100 new dinosaur species and hundreds of new and updated illustrations, bringing r...

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Report copyright infringementby Bancroft Library Regional Oral Histo (Created by)This oral history transcript documents the life and career of Marian E. Koshland (1921-1997), a distinguished biochemist and immunologist. It explores her experiences as a woman in academic science during the 20th century, her research contributions, and her involvement in community activities. The transcript provides insights into Koshland's work at the University of California, Berkeley, her perspectives on the...

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Portrait of a Genius: Dr Hiranya Chandra Bhuyan (1905-1973) (Black & White Edition)

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Report copyright infringementby Jayanta Bhuyan (Author)"Portrait of a Genius" is an effort to resurrect the life lessons inspired by Dr Hiranya Chandra Bhuyan, leading science luminary, teacher nonpareil, revered for cutting edge PhD research on Crystal Imperfections and visionary academic administrator, who worked with exceptional passion and zeal on a mission to establish a culture of science in our Assamese society. With multi-generational contributions from the brightest minds from divers...

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Report copyright infringementby Frans de Waal (Author)Hailed as a classic, Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? explores the oddities and complexities of animal cognition--in crows, dolphins, parrots, sheep, wasps, bats, chimpanzees, and bonobos--to reveal how smart animals really are, and how we've underestimated their abilities for too long. Did you know that octopuses use coconut shells as tools, that elephants classify humans by gender and language, and that there is a young...

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Report copyright infringementby Edward O. Wilson (Author)Edward O. Wilson has distilled sixty years of teaching into a book for students, young and old. Reflecting on his coming-of-age in the South as a Boy Scout and a lover of ants and butterflies, Wilson threads these twenty-one letters, each richly illustrated, with autobiographical anecdotes that illuminate his career--both his successes and his failures--and his motivations for becoming a biologist. At a time in human history when our su...

Arbovirologist and Professor, UC Berkeley School of Public Health

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Report copyright infringementby William C. 1916- Reeves (Author), James L. Hardy (Author), Marilyn M. Milby (Author)This oral history transcript documents the career of William C. Reeves, a distinguished arbovirologist and professor at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health. The interview, conducted by James L. Hardy, Marilyn M. Milby, and Sally Smith Hughes, explores Reeves's significant contributions to the field of virology, particularly his work on arboviruses and their impact on public ...

Nature of Bend: A Field Guide to Plants and Animals

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Report copyright infringementby Leeann Kriegh (Author) Features more than 350 plants and animals Includes a dozen scavenger hunts across Central Oregon Detailed descriptions of where to look for every species on trails and in local parks Nature of Bend is a field guide like no other. Funny, informative, and filled with local flavor, it's the one nature guide that both locals and visitors need to find, identify, and learn all about Central Oregon's plants and animals. Listings include common ...

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Report copyright infringementby Eugène de Mirecourt (Author)This is a biography of François Arago (1786 - 1853), a French physicist, astronomer, and politician. "François Arago" delves into the life and accomplishments of this influential figure, highlighting his contributions to science and his role in French society. Arago is remembered for his work in the fields of optics and electromagnetism, as well as his political activism. His research advanced the understanding of light and magnetism...

The Great Derangement: Climate Change and the Unthinkable

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Report copyright infringementby Amitav Ghosh (Author)Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? In his first major book of nonfiction since In an Antique Land, Ghosh examines our inability--at the level of literature, history, and politics--to grasp the scale and violence of climate change. The extreme nature of today's climate events, Ghosh asserts, m...

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Report copyright infringementby Bashford Dean (Author)"Collected Papers, Volume 3" presents a compilation of historical writings by Bashford Dean, a prominent figure in the study of science and European history. This volume offers readers a unique glimpse into Dean's perspectives on significant historical events and scientific developments. The collection showcases Dean's meticulous research and insightful analysis, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in t...

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Report copyright infringementby E. D. 1840-1897 Cope (Author)The "Cope Papers, 1871-[1897" offer a valuable glimpse into the scientific life and work of Edward Drinker Cope, a prominent American paleontologist and comparative anatomist. This collection likely comprises Cope's correspondence, research notes, and other documents related to his work in the late 19th century. As a leading figure in the Bone Wars, Cope's papers are expected to reveal insights into his intense rivalry with Othniel ...

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Report copyright infringementby Paul D. Taylor (Author)With stunning images and an expert guide, explore the world of fossils to uncover the story of life on Earth, from the origins of new life to mass extinctions. Ancient Earth seems like an alien world. But the fossil record can help reveal the mysteries of the organisms that have lived on our planet since its formation some 4,600 million years ago. In this engaging and beautifully illustrated book, world-renowned paleontologist Paul D. Ta...

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Report copyright infringementby Austin Dobson (Author)""Eighteenth Century Vignettes"" by Austin Dobson is a collection of short biographical sketches of various prominent figures from the 18th century. The book covers a wide range of subjects, including writers, artists, musicians, politicians, and socialites. Each vignette provides a glimpse into the life and times of the person being profiled, offering insights into their achievements, struggles, and impact on society. Dobson's writing sty...

Four Laws That Drive the Universe: A Very Short Introduction

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Report copyright infringementby Peter Atkins (Author)The laws of thermodynamics drive everything that happens in the universe. From the sudden expansion of a cloud of gas to the cooling of hot metal--everything is moved or restrained by four simple laws. Written by Peter Atkins, one of the world's leading authorities on thermodynamics, this powerful and compact introduction explains what these four laws are and how they work, using accessible language and virtually no mathematics. Guiding the...

The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession

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Report copyright infringementby Amy Stewart (Author)Fifty vignettes of remarkable people whose lives have been transformed by their obsessive passion for trees--written and charmingly illustrated by the New York Times bestselling author of The Drunken Botanist"I love everything Amy Stewart has ever created, but this book is my favorite yet. I'm giving this book to everyone I know. Because it, like its subject, is a gift."--Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat Pray Love When Amy Stewart discovered...

Correspondence Of Scientific Men Of The Seventeenth Century: Including Letters Of Barrow, Flamsteed, Wallis, And Newton, Printed From The Originals In

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Jordan Rigaud (Author)Correspondence of Scientific Men of the Seventeenth Century, Volume 2, presents a rich collection of original letters from some of the most influential scientific figures of the era. Edited by Stephen Jordan Rigaud, this volume focuses on the correspondence of luminaries such as Barrow, Flamsteed, Wallis, and Newton, offering invaluable insights into the scientific thought and debates of the time. Sourced from the esteemed collecti...

Beautiful Shells: George Perry's Conchology

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Carnall (Author)An informative introduction exploring our fascination with shells, complete with stunningly reproduced illustrations. In 1811, architect, stone mason, and shell obsessive George Perry published his lavishly illustrated volume, Conchology or the Natural History of Shells. The work featured 348 beautifully illustrated mollusk shells with descriptions of species, many of which were new to science. Despite the effort that went into producing i...

Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!: Adventures of a Curious Character

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Report copyright infringementby Richard P. Feynman (Author), Bill Gates (Introduction by), Ralph Leighton (Editor)Richard P. Feynman, winner of the Nobel Prize in physics, thrived on outrageous adventures. In this lively work that "can shatter the stereotype of the stuffy scientist" (Detroit Free Press), Feynman recounts his experiences trading ideas on atomic physics with Einstein and cracking the uncrackable safes guarding the most deeply held nuclear secrets--and much more of an eyebrow-ra...

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Report copyright infringementby Ross Abotteen (Author)From his birth on the West Bank of the Jordan River in Palestine in 1950 to present-day Texas, A Space Mind narrates the story of Ross Abotteen. This memoir explores the transitions of his life and his views, sharing his experiences from his birthplace in the Holy Land through Saudi Arabia and onto his final destiny with NASA in Houston. Growing up in meager circumstances in a small village, Abotteen recalls his family life as the youngest...

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Report copyright infringementby Archibald Malloch (Author)William Harvey by Archibald Malloch is a biography of the 17th-century English physician who is credited with discovering the circulation of blood in the human body. The book traces Harvey's life from his childhood in Folkestone to his education at Cambridge and Padua, where he studied under the renowned anatomist Fabricius. Malloch explores Harvey's groundbreaking research and the controversy it stirred up among his peers, as well as ...

In Search of Adam: The Story of Man's Quest for the Truth about His Earliest Ancestors

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Report copyright infringementby Herbert Wendt (Author), James Cleugh (Translator)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original w...

Terrestrial Vegetation of California, 3rd Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Barbour (Editor), Todd Keeler-Wolf (Editor), Allan A. Schoenherr (Editor)This thoroughly revised, entirely rewritten edition of what is the essential reference on California's diverse and ever-changing vegetation now brings readers the most authoritative, state-of-the-art view of California's plant ecosystems available. Integrating decades of research, leading community ecologists and field botanists describe and classify California's vegetation types, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Gordon (Author)The Home Life of Sir David Brewster is a biographical book written by Mrs. Janet Elizabeth Gordon that provides an intimate look into the life of Sir David Brewster, a renowned Scottish physicist, mathematician, and inventor. The book delves into Brewster's personal life, exploring his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his daily routines and habits. It also sheds light on his scientific achievements and contributi...