Beavers: Where Waters Run (Northword Wildlife Series)

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- Brings you a comprehensive profile on beavers. - Filled with stunning color photography.

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Best Beaver Book Ever.......2000-09-08

The best book on Beavers ever. A lot of info packed between kiver to kiver

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Bordered by Mediterranean beaches and packed with beguiling architecture and stunning art, Barcelona is the Catalan capital of cool. Whether you're here for the world-renowned restaurants, funky tapas haunts, lively festivals, or to find your favourites among the traditional bodegas, cocktail lounges and late, late clubs - our insider's take on every aspect of the city is all you need for a smart and stylish stay.

o EXPLORE the backstreets of the most distinctive neighbourhoods with our easy-to-follow walking tours and detailed colour maps
o SHOP IN STYLE with our area-by-area guide to the city's retail treats
o DRINK IT ALL IN - follow our resident author to the hottest nightspots
o SLEEP WELL in hostels by the beach or the hippest boutique hotels
o GET OUT OF TOWN - sip cava in the Pened's, tour medieval Girona or seek out the hidden gems of the Costa Brava

Customer Reviews:

Okay, but needs to be updated.......2007-10-16

This book definitely needs to be updated. I was able to use it for general information, but when it came to actually getting around and practical advice for restaurants, hotels, etc., I found the Top Ten guide much more helpful. In retrospect, I would not have purchased this book.

Not bad for a first-time traveller, but needs to be updated!.......2007-09-21

I've always found LP guidebooks helpful - they fit our budget, have an interesting range of suggestions for sights to see, and are usually dead-on with descriptions. This was the first one that let us down on our travels. It is very frustrating for two people new to a city to make their way, starving at 3 pm, to a "highly recommended" restaurant and find it no longer in business. And this happened to us thrice! Two restaurants had closed down, and one had changed name and ownership. We had also taken DK's Real City Barcelona guide, and this was much more useful. Its choices were affordable (look for the check mark next to the listing that indicates a good deal), diverse and filled with locals - always a positive sign.
I did still use Lonely Planet for planning itineraries for our days in Barcelona, but feel the book has lost some of the go-to quality that I once associated with LP guides. Time for a new edition, and one that thoroughly investigates what goes between the covers!

Useful, detailed map of the city.......2007-04-10

This is a nice, detailed map of the main part of Barcelona's city. It has all of the major sites labeled right on the map, and it includes all streets, even the very small ones. It also has a subway map, which is a necessity. It doesn't include much of the outskirts, but that is fine for a map of this size. The plastic covering on the map has come in handy, but it isn't completely sealed, so it did leak in a little water when I used it in the rain. Glad I bought it - I would buy it again!

Best Barcelona Gudie Book Ever.......2007-03-30

My boyfriend and I had three days to spend in Barcelona and I'm so glad we had this book. It was super up-to-date (i.e., warning us ahead of time that the cable cars at Montjuic were under construction and non-operational) and the views on the suggested walking tours -- especially the Modernisme walking tour -- were gorgeous.

Most importantly, the eating guide within was very helpful.

Sound guide to a fanbulous city.......2007-02-11

I went to Barcelona recently, and in the planning of the trip I consulted four guide books:

Lonely Planet's Barcelona City Guide
Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Barcelona and Catalonia
Cadogan Guides Barcelona (Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls)
Time Out Barcelona

All of them were good. I took two with me: Lonely Planet and Eyewitness.
The reasons I chose those two:

LP specialises in listings, which seemed to be more up-to-date and comprehensive than either Time Out or Cadogan, It also had a good Excursions section which helped a couple of times when I travelled beyond the city. I also liked a couple of the walking routes they recommended. Information on matters such as public transport is comprehensive and detailed. I like the chapters on history, architecture and food as well.

I took Eyewitness because it unfailingly has a good quality map, which in my view is LP's downfall. Eyewitness always includes a Street Finder Index which LP does not, and LP often misses out on streets other than the major ones, which can be very frustrating, especially in a city like Barca where there are many alleyways. I never use Eyewitness for hotels - the information is scant and usually more expensive than my (more Lonely Planet) budget, but it has fantastic colour photos and cutaways of buildings, and illustrations which place buildings within their streetscapes. It's a nice book to read on the bus or train going somewhere.

Time Out's great strength was in helping to plan. It had a huge array of hotels, and if you were especially interested in nightlife, I would take Time Out. I was there primarily for a conference, and many of my evenings were organised. And I'm also night a great nightclubber, perhaps contrary to Barca lifestyle!! If you are - consider Time Out. Its maps were pretty good, but not comprehensive for the area I was staying in, beachside Barceloneta.

That is where the Cadogan guide excelled. Its maps were so good that I pulled them out of the book and took them with me. I would have taken the whole book, but for the weight in my suitcase! Its info about places and sights seemed accurate and comprehensive.

Lonely Planet Best Of Barcelona (Lonely Planet Encounter Barcelona)

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Lonely Planet Best Of Barcelona (Lonely Planet Encounter Barcelona)
Damien Simonis
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1740594754

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Marvel at the art of Picasso and Miro, stroll La Rambla and soak up the atmosphere, catch a cable car up Montjuic for great views and gardens, and relax on one of the city's magnificent beaches - take it easy, for tonight you shall party! Best of Barcelona puts the whole city in your pocket.

• NAVIGATE - fold-out maps and in-depth walking tours make for easy exploration of the medieval streets

• GAPE AT GAUDI - discover Spain's most sublime buildings

• FIND THE FUN - catch a flamenco show or hit the bars in Barri Gotic, with discerning entertainment reviews for all tastes

• GO FOR BROKE - the lowdown on the finest and funkiest shopping in the Catalan capital

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WHAT WILL YOUR BARCELONA ENCOUNTER BE?
...finishing a night out with a dip in the Med at sunrise (p170)
...fine Catalan cuisine in a low-lit Eixample restaurant (p119)
...funky little boutiques in the medieval streets of the Barri GÃ²tic (p53)
...ascending La Sagrada FamÃlia for an angel's-eye view of the city (p109)
...choral harmonies in the opulent Palau de la MÃºsica Catalana (p79)
...glistening fish, juicy jamÃ³n and ripe fruit in La Boqueria market (p56)

Book Description

This informative and savvy guide captures the best that Barcelona offers in a practical, easy to use format. With opinionated reviews, essential travel tips and detailed fold-out maps, Barcelona Condensed has all the information the discerning visitor needs - for one day or one month, for business or for pleasure.

succinct coverage of the city's attractions
business or pleasure? A wide spectrum of food, lodging and entertainment options pleases all, whether on vacation or in negotiations
canvasses the city for Picasso, Dalí and Miró masterpieces, and picks out eye-popping architecture, from Gothic to Gaudí
excursions - coasting along the Costa Brava and other quick trips — to turn any barhopper or culture vulture into a sunbathing sea lover
cargols or calçotada? The best of Catalán cuisine

Customer Reviews:

useful guide to the city but not well organized.......2005-09-16

We just returned from Barcelona and used several tour books. This was not the best, but it was useful and I would use it again.

This little book starts with an 8-page introduction tot he city, which was interesting, and continues with short sections devoted to attractions organized by type (parks, churches, etc) where each listing contains metro, hours and price information.

We used several of the little walking tours in the book and they were good, but in general the book was not organized enough to be truly handy. It did have more detailed sections on shopping and sports than other guides, however, if that is of interest to you. Covers include fold-out maps which list main streets.

Lonely Planet Barcelona (Lonely Planet. (Spanish Guides))

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Lonely Planet Barcelona (Lonely Planet. (Spanish Guides))
Damien Simonis
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 8408069179

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Barcelona (Lonely Planet City Guides)

Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications - Italian editions
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 8870636402

Barcelona City Guide Pack (Lonely Planet City Guides)

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Barcelona City Guide Pack (Lonely Planet City Guides)

Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1741046483

Barcelona City Pack (Lonely Planet Best of ...)

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Barcelona City Pack (Lonely Planet Best of ...)

Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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ASIN: 1741046424

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No book is better for introducing children ages 6 to 9 to legendary historical figures than this collection of stories admirably retold by James Baldwin at the beginning of the last century. Selecting the best of our literary heritage, Baldwin cast it into a form that delights children of all ages. Beginning with stories of heroes from British history, including King Alfred and the Cakes, King Canute on the Seashore, and Bruce and the Spider, the book moves on to tales of other lands. From Ancient Greece come stories of The Brave Three Hundred, Alexander and Bucepahlus, and Diogenes the Wise Man. Introducing the history of Rome are the Story of Cincinnatus, Horatius at the Bridge, and Julius Caesar. The stories of William Tell, Arnold Winkelried, and Robin Hood impart a bit of the flavor of the Middle Ages. Rounding out the collection are a number of timeless tales that show heroes in action: Damon and Pythias, The Sword of Damocles, Picciola, and The King and His Hawk. Children naturally take a deep interest in such stories. The reading of them will not only give pleasure but will help to lay the foundation for broader literary studies since nearly all are the subjects of frequent allusions in poetry and prose. Young children will enjoy having these stories read to them, while older children will delight in reading them to themselves.

Customer Reviews:

Great resource for history.......2007-10-12

We use this as part of our homeschooling cirriculum and the kids always love the stories. So do I! I'm often telling my husband about what we read in the evenings.

Wonderful short stories.......2007-07-08

Great wholesome short stories that are also educational. A joy to read aloud to my children.

Fifty Famous Stories Retold.......2007-05-15

I have been reading these stories to my preschooler. She has such a adventurous spirit and loves stories of "heroes". This is a perfect collection to inspire true heroism while opening her mind to beautiful stories of Julius Caesar, King Alfred and others. Each story is short, but well told. I am very happy I bought this book.

Improve reading skills and historical knowledge........2007-01-11

This book has many short stories that are written in such a way that students in my first grade class like to read this, despite the fact that it has no pictures. The stories help students appreciate and want to learn more about history. It's a very exciting book which keeps childrens attention and helps build reading skills.

Interesting stories.......2006-11-10

This book is interesting to adults and children alike. Some stories are familiar, and some, though old stories, will be new to modern readers. It is an easy read and a nice read-aloud, also.

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Fifty Famous Stories Retold
James Baldwin
Manufacturer: American Book Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Fifty Famous Stories Retold (Eclectic Readings)

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Fifty Famous Stories Retold (Eclectic Readings)
James Baldwin
Manufacturer: American Book Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Book Description

Nearly 300 copyright-free teddies in every conceivable pose and activity: boy and girl bears with bows, hats, sweaters, hearts, and bouquets; teddy carrying a birthday cake, juggling, holding a megaphone, dressed in tails and top hat; plus dozens of designs with framed space for written messages.

Customer Reviews:

Very useful book.......2007-03-12

Again, the pictures in the book are easy enough to use for my 3 year old. The information contained in the book is useful. We enjoy using this book and look forward to the spring and summer when we can travel further than our backyard.

Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes (Animal Tracks Guides)

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Animal Tracks of Great Lakes

Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes (Animal Tracks Guides)
Ian Sheldon
Manufacturer: Lone Pine Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1551051079

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Concise descriptions of the animals and their tracks are combined with detailed drawings of the front and back prints, stride patterns and other important identifying aspects. Each animal is captured in accurate black-and-white illustrations, including pattern and print comparisons. A perfect guide for teachers, parents, hikers and urban adventurers.

Customer Reviews:

Perfect.......2006-04-16

I found this book at a local museum in northern Michigan, where I am from. It is the perfect MI guide to wildlife tracks and species. The illustrations are extremely accurate and each animal has a full description with illustration of tracks and the animal. Just beautiful! Plus it is pocket sized for bringing along hiking or camping. I gave my copy to my younger cousin to enjoy, and ordered a second one for myself from amazon! Highly reccommended.

Animal Tracks of Great Lakes.......2003-07-20

Includes tips on tracking, measurements and definition of terms, pictures of the tracks with excellent analysis of the tracks, fore and hind, walking and running; excellent description of the animal; also included are references to other similar species. Excellent paperback is small enought to carry around into the field. Highy recommended.

Scats and Tracks of the Great Lakes: A Field Guide to the Signs of Seventy Wildlife Species (Scats and Tracks Series)

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Useful book

Scats and Tracks of the Great Lakes: A Field Guide to the Signs of Seventy Wildlife Species (Scats and Tracks Series)
James Halfpenny
Manufacturer: Falcon
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0762742313

Book Description

This guide helps readers figure out what they are looking at with superb illustrations and informative text.

Customer Reviews:

Useful book.......2007-03-12

What I like best about this book is that it is simple enough for my 3 year old to put into use. He loves hiking and even going in our backyard and trying to match the pictures in the book with the tracks in the snow and mud. Very useful, filled with great information for myself.

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Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes

Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0898861616

Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes States: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Wisconsin

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Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes States: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Wisconsin
Chris Stall
Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books, The
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000MBRH8K

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Identifying Antique Paperweights-- Lampwork by George N. Kulles Kulles' second book focuses on lampwork characteristics in antique paperweights. An indispensable guide for collectors. 204 detailed drawings.

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Identifying Antique Paperweights: Lampwork
George N; Kulles, Jean Kusy Kulles
Manufacturer: Paperweight Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000MBUJQC

Book Description

Recounts Margarte Mee's amazing and adventurous journeys theough the Amazon. Mee's diaraies and sketcjbooks outline the brilliant career of an outstanding and modest botanical artist.

Customer Reviews:

FASCINATING MARGARET MEE.......2007-02-25

I have read another book by Margaret Mee and must confess to being fascinated by her life story. Her life was one of which most of us will only glimpse from our armchairs. But most wonderful of all are her beautiful botanical drawings. This book provides a real gateway into another world.

Amazing.......2007-01-20

Margaret Mee was an amazing woman and her work is exquisite. This book is perfect because it shows a great part of Mee's work in Amazon in her own words, with beautiful illustrations and photographs. It's a book to look and read all the time.

Amazing Drawings of 32 Amazon Expeditions.......2006-03-12

At once an art, adventure, and biography, MARGARET MEE'S AMAZON: DIARIES OF AN ARTIST EXPLORER is profiled here for its simply gorgeous pages packed with botanical illustration and photos. Unlike most illustration titles, however, MARGARET MEE'S AMAZON isn't just a photo or illustration catalog, but an in-depth survey blending her amazing drawings with accounts of her thirty-two years of expeditions into the Amazon rainforest. Her first expedition to Amazonas was in 1956, where she began the diaries and sketchbooks which comprise this title. From vivid accounts of plant-collecting expeditions to the exhibition of her paintings at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew (who work with Antique Collector's Club in producing this title, this is a definitive, outstanding piece holding wide-ranging interest and recommendation from art library holdings to botany collections, natural history holdings, and even the general-interest public library collection.

Superb.......2004-12-31

Passionately written and superbly illustrated; a must have for the tropical afficionado's library and the tropical gardener and botanist

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Julian Nava is one of the most renowned and distinguished elder statesmen in the Hispanic community of the United States. The child of poor Mexican immigrants, Nava rose through years of hardship and hard work to achieve what no other Latino in the United States had achieved before him: Nava became the first Mexican American to serve as ambassador to Mexico.

This unforeseen but deserved appointment by President Jimmy Carter followed a life of commitment to his education and that of his community. Nava was a civil rights activist during the height of the Chicano Movement; he also became the first Mexican American to serve on the Los Angeles school board when it was embattled, facing the challenges of school walkouts and boycotts, desegregation, bilingual education, and a series of issues brought on by the changes in education during the 1970s.

The recipient of a Ph.D. in History from Harvard, Nava has been on the front-lines of urban education and politics, while simultaneously building a successful career as a university professor celebrated throughout the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Colombia and Spain. Nava's previously untold story is finally available to inspire people young and old toward study, commitment and perseverance, not only for one's self, but for the community and nation.

Customer Reviews:

Gorgeous illustrations!.......2007-02-20

The plot's a little thin, but the illustrations are gorgeous! There are tiny details that tell you Pablo Torrecilla deeply loved every person and object he painted for this book.

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