Animal Tracks of the Great Plains (Animal Tracks Guides)

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

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52 Maps

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Pretty good overall but too heavy for travelers.......2007-04-12

If you're looking for a book with good background information and history lessons this is the one for you. It is not the book to take to walk around the city with. It is simply too heavy. Your best bet is to just cut out the walking maps to take with you before leaving your hotel room. I liked the little walking tour of the bird market, flower market and fish market in Kowloon. As far as the restaurant recommendations are concerned...don't bother looking at the book. Most of the listings are somewhat expensive by local standard and don't offer the best food. All you have to do to find a good meal is to walk around and go to one that's packed with locals. Restaurants are everywhere and most of them open until the wee hours of the morning. There's no fear of not getting good food in Hong Kong. Go ahead, try something you can't find at home.

Lonely Planet Hong Kong & Macau .......2007-01-05

This book gives ou a nice overview of the region, and incredible specific tips for visiting HK and Macau.

Good overall guidebook..........2006-04-16

I found this book to be extremely helpful in covering all the bases of transport, taxes, tipping, typical business hours, history, background, and a good overview of what's where, and how to get there. Often times, we'd have questions about things like poverty level, health coverage, average income, quality of water -- and found that the guide pretty much answered all of those, and more.

The maps aren't super, and because of the size of the book, it made it difficult to carry. Besides, if you're asking a local for directions, you'd want a bilingual map, as the English names of cities/stations drive them crazy. (ie, Mandarin romanizations in a Cantonese city) I do give it credit for accurately pointing out the numerous obscure markets in Tsim Sha Tsui, as well as the various shops in Hong Kong City. The walking guides were surprisingly useful.

The reason why I give it 4 stars is because HK is all about food and shopping, and the book came up seriously short on the food portion. (no pun intended) Despite it being only 3 months since publication (12th edition, Jan 2006) literally *every* restaurant this book recommended (of which we attempted to find) turned out to be non-existent, had changed ownership and had turned into some other shop. I attribute some of this to bad luck, but I seriously doubt the restaurants didn't *all* go out of business in the last 3 months, but rather that the information on the guide was a little outdated.

The section on food is one part I really relied upon to book to help me out, and was pretty disappointed when it didn't come through for me, as the alternatives to an English guidebook aren't great. The alternatives are to ask the hotel clerk (who will recommend the hotel restaurant), or a random stranger (who will recommend his friend/family's restaurant), or read a weekly magazine about which eateries are good (which require Chinese reading skills).

Despite my frugal 4 stars, this guide is considerably better than most, and is worth the small change to purchase, especially when compared to the amount of money you spent to book your vacation.

Great Guide!.......2005-09-25

This was the first time I bought a travel book from Lonely Planet. I loved it because it provides a historical as well as a modern background on the cities being visited. The recommendations for dinner, site-seeting, etc were great! The only thing I would've added is a rating of the top sites to see if you are only in the city for a short time.

Injustice!.......2005-01-15

This LP guide is a pretty good guide to HK and Macau. Being a foodie, I think their food guide section does not do HK's gastronomical scene justice! Beautiful food galore on the islands and LP can't even manage to cover half of that wonder. Oh well ;) Otherwise, it is quite a comprehensive guide to what's there to see around HK and Macau.

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Richly illustrated with detailed maps and fascinating reconstructions of everyday life, this marvelous resource explores the geography, culture, and history of the ancient world. Offering a global view, the book ranges from the first villages in China to the early civilizations of Oceania and Africa. A comparative chronology helps readers contrast and compare each civilization. Includes a glossary and a map of major archaeological sites.

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The Kingfisher Book of Ancient World History-From the Ice Ag.......2000-03-31

This book is an excellent resource for information about Ancient History. We have been using it to fill the gaps in our study of Ancient Civilizations. The drawing are realistic and help us to visualize all the artifacts of the time eras. We have been using the library copy, but have decided to purchase our own copy.

Kingfisher Book of the Ancient World: From the Ice Age to the Fall of Rome, the

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Kingfisher's Ancient World

Kingfisher Book of the Ancient World: From the Ice Age to the Fall of Rome, the
Hazel Mary Martell
Manufacturer: Bt Bound
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding

General | Ages 9-12 | Children's Books | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 0613137922

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Kingfisher's Ancient World.......2000-05-28

What a relief to find an a history book that is both graphically pleasing and exciting to read. Our children enjoyed using this book while learning about Ancient Greece and Rome and I found the content to be quite accurate. So many history books for children are either crowded with illustrations or devoid of them. Kingfisher has found the perfect middle ground by using just a few select illustrations to clarify the text and at the same time to edify the reader. By keeping topic material to a two page spread the authors also made the material easier to digest and remember. This book would be an excellent supplement to any study of Ancient History for children ages 8-14, especially as it focuses on the key events and people from that time period.

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LifeART(R) 3D Super Anatomy 7 brings 150 new clip art images of the human anatomy to you. Topics covered include--musculature of the forearm, thigh and gluteal region, body regions, surgical incisions, spinal curvatures, abnormal erythrocytes, dentistry, sinuses, bone injuries, as well as vertebral, ophthalmological and digestive system disorders. These three-dimensional images are sure to enhance the appearance of all your presentations, documents, slides, or website designs. The files are TIFF formatted, and compatible with both Macintosh and Windows applications. Clipping paths are included to produce high-resolution images. To preview individual images in the collection, or see further information regarding technical requirements, visit our website at www.lifeart.com. Windows / Macintosh Compatible

Lifeart Medical Clip Art: 3d Super Anatomy Bundle 4, 5, & 6 Cd-rom for Windows & Macintosh, Version 1.0 (Lifeart(r) 3D Super Anatomy)

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Lifeart Medical Clip Art: 3d Super Anatomy Bundle 4, 5, & 6 Cd-rom for Windows & Macintosh, Version 1.0 (Lifeart(r) 3D Super Anatomy)
Lifeart
Manufacturer: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Lifeart: Medical Clip Art: 3d Super Anatomy 4 (CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh, Version 1.0)

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Lifeart: Medical Clip Art: 3d Super Anatomy 4 (CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh, Version 1.0)
LifeART
Manufacturer: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

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Continue to build your LifeART® 3D Super Anatomy library with this new collection of 150 clip art images of the human anatomy. Topics covered include--External Views, Cardiology, Joints, Head and Neck, and the Digestive, Skeletal, Muscular, and Nervous Systems. These three dimensional images will enhance the visual appeal of all your presentations, documents, slides, or websites. The files are TIFF formatted, compatible for both Macintosh and Windows applications, and work in the following applications: PowerPoint, PhotoShop, Illustrator, PageMaker, Quark, WordPerfect, and many more. Visit our website--www.lifeart.com--to preview individual images in the collection, see technical requirements, or to request a free LifeART® catalog. Windows / Macintosh Compatible

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Super Clip Art for All Seasons
School Specialty Publishing
Manufacturer: Instructional Fair
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Ages 4-8 | Children's Books | Subjects | Books

General | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 0880128720

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This great, 160-page clip art book is full of hundreds of pictures perfect for use in every occasion throughout the year. Organized by month, the vast array of exciting seasonal art items contained in this book is perfect for all of your bulletin boards,homework papers, holiday announcements, invitations, learning centers, yearbooks, collages, newsletters, and many more topics and projects involved in the teaching profession no matter what time or year. Calendar headers for each month are also included.These are great for use in personal student calendars, as well as classroom calendars. All art is printed on only one side of the paper in this book, ensuring easy clipping. Have a great time with this fantastic clip art!

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Super Clip Art:

Manufacturer: Gospel Light Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Religion & Spirituality | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 0830715177

Super Shapes (Graphic Source Clip Art Book Library)

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Super Shapes (Graphic Source Clip Art Book Library)

Manufacturer: Graphic Products Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000FJFRRM

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Graphic clip art shapes

Super Value Classroom Clip Art: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Art for All Occasions!

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Preschool teacher loves this book

Super Value Classroom Clip Art: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Art for All Occasions!
Dianne J. Hook
Manufacturer: W E L S Board for Parish Education
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Education | Nonfiction | Subjects | Books

Pedagogy | Education | Nonfiction | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 0887243215

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Preschool teacher loves this book.......2002-04-01

Great resource for preschool teachers! We use it all the time at our school, so much so I had to invest in my own! Adorable pictures,calendars, and notes to send home!!!

Super Clip Art for Youth Workers with 3.5 Disk

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Super Clip Art for Youth Workers with 3.5 Disk

Manufacturer: Gospel Light Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Super Clip Art Youth
Gospel Light Publications
Manufacturer: Gospel Light Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: 2511606607

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Meet the dream dog of Dr. Frantisek Horak, a top-ranked geneticist from the Czech Republic, and one of the dog world's best kept secrets; the Cesky Terrier. This modern creation is a rare combination of beauty and ability, a "small, slim and elegant" terrier that is a true go-to-ground working dog. Originally devised from crosses of the Scottish and Sealyham Terriers, today's Cesky Terrier is a pure-bred dog through and through, recognized by most of the world's major registries.

This Special Rare-Breed Edition brings the Cesky Terrier to the mainstage. The author, Katherine Eckstrom is the heiress apparent of Dr. Horak's dream dog, having cooperated with the famous geneticist before his death and continuing to breed from his original line of Czech dogs. Mrs. Eckstrom is the world authority of the Cesky Tettier, an American breeder who is highly respected in the Czech Republic and around the world. This new volume details the complete history of the Cesky Terrier, from the creation of the breed to its rise in today's world of pure-bred dogs. In discussing the breed's characteristics, the author presents an interview with Dr. Horak, thus providing the most authoritative account of the breed's desirable physical traits and personality and an explanation of the breed standard.

Chapters on finding a breeder and selecting a puppy, rearing and house-training the puppy, everyday care and obedience training outline everything a new owner needs to know about life with a Cesky Terrier.

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Cesky Terrier
Katherine Ekstrom
Manufacturer: Interpet
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000K1QE36

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Presenting a full-color, beautifully illustrated book that combines various lacemaking techniques and patterns with the craft of fan-making. A short history of lace and patterns with instructions showcase some of the best lacemaking around today.

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Great Text, Weak Photography

Excellent information

Tricks of the trade by an American Rododendron grower

Success With Rhododendrons and Azaleas, Revised Edition
H. Edward Reiley
Manufacturer: Timber Press, Incorporated
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Flowers | Gardening & Horticulture | Home & Garden | Subjects | Books
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Rhododendrons and Azaleas

American Azaleas

Rhododendrons and Azaleas A Colour Guide

Hydrangeas for American Gardens

Magnolias: A Gardener's Guide

ASIN: 088192637X

Book Description

Illustrated with more than 110 striking color photographs and packed with advice on every aspect of rhododendron growing, from soil preparation and landscape design to advanced propagating and hybridizing techniques, this is the most useful book on these spectacular flowering shrubs. Reiley has fully updated his practical, hands-on approach with more of the detailed information that gardeners need to choose and grow these luxuriant, beautifully blossoming plants.

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Great Text, Weak Photography.......2005-11-29

The text of this book is great for the rhody enthusiast and gardener. Very readable and informative. It is probably below that necessary for rhody breeders. Mr. Reiley should hire a professional photographer or locate photographs that are at the level of his writing. Only the rare author is able to take his/her own photographs. I can't believe that Timber Press actually printed some of the photos.

Excellent information.......2005-04-16

This is an great book on growing rhododendrons/etc overall. It has far more and better information on how to propogate (cuttings, layering, seeds, etc) than most other books, and the lists of "good-doers" are an excellent guide to someone starting out. Many Rhododendron books are to a large degree picture books - listing hybrids with pretty pictures. This book concentrates on the culturing, diseases, planting, propogation, hardiness, soil, how acidity affects nutrients, etc.

The strongest recommendation for me: My father, who's a 30+ year rhododendron and azalea collector, looked at the 12 or so books I'd picked up last year after getting bitten with the rhodie bug last year, and said this one was the one book he'd like to get a copy of for Christmas.

Tricks of the trade by an American Rododendron grower.......1999-07-25

Reiley is without doubt an eminent and successfull Rododendron grower. His whole approach to to subject shows that he knows what he is speaking about from life experience; he doesn't repeat without comment the commonplaces to be found in so many gardening manuals and he has the ability to present data in a context which is easy to understand. However, this book is rather for a professional gardener who wants to set up his own nursery for Rhododendra and Azaleas. This does not have to be a weakness of this book; Reiley presents his chapters about growing requirements, selection of varieties, use in the landscape, propagation, nursery growing and hybridisation in a very convincing but scientific way and view. His auditory seems to be preeminently US-American. For the USA he gives good overviews about the growth conditions in many states and recommends good varieties there. Readers from other countries will feel sorry that they get much less here. Thanks to its thoroughly research and convincing conclusions every reader will understand more about these plants and will take useful new information out of this book, but for the professional grower or landscaper -especially in the US- this could become the bible for his job!

Rhododendrons and Azaleas A Colour Guide

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Rhododendrons and Azaleas A Colour Guide
Kenneth Cox
Manufacturer: Crowood Press, Limited, The
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1861267843

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Rhododendrons and Azaleas
Geoff Bryant
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 155209524X

Book Description

Rhododendrons have it all -- beautiful flowers, magnificent foliage and an ability to thrive in a wide range of climates. The genus Rhododendron (to which azaleas belong) always has something to surprise and delight the gardener. With more than 1000 species, and many thousands of cultivars, there are plants in a huge variety of form, color and size -- something to suit every need, every taste and every location.

This guide for North American gardeners will help the novice and the experienced gardener get the best from their rhododendrons and azaleas. Beginning with a history of rhododendrons in cultivation and a fascinating discussion on the development of the most popular species and varieties, the book includes expert advice and information about:

deciduous azaleas
evergreen azaleas
assessing your climate
garden design
cultivation, maintenance and propagation
soil and nutrition
choosing plants for flower and leaf color
pests and diseases
pruning.

The author shares his personal recommendations of over 390 varieties of rhododendron and azalea, as well as practical tips gained from his many years of professional experience growing and hybridizing rhododendrons and azaleas. This is an inspiring and very useful handbook on these much-admired plants.

Ortho's All About Azaleas, Camellias, & Rhododendrons (Ortho's All About Gardening)

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Ortho's All About Azaleas, Camellias, & Rhododendrons (Ortho's All About Gardening)
Ortho Books
Manufacturer: Ortho
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0897214579

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The latest information on these garden favorites.

How to plant, water, feed, prune, and propagate these popular shrubs.

Up-to-date solutions for the most common pest and disease problems.

Descriptions of more than 400 of the best and newest azaleas, camellias, and rhododendrons.

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All about rhodos

Rhododendrons (A Care Manual)
Kenneth N. E. Cox , and Laurel Glen
Manufacturer: Laurel Glen Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Success With Rhododendrons and Azaleas, Revised Edition

Rhododendrons and Azaleas

American Azaleas

Rhododendrons and Azaleas A Colour Guide

Dogwoods: The Genus Cornus

ASIN: 1571456201

Book Description

Rhododendrons and azaleas are some of most popular and beautiful flowering shrubs, with over 800 species in existence and thousands of hybrids developed. Following in the footsteps of his father Peter and grandfather Euan, author Kenneth Cox runs the family nursery at Glendoick Gardens, home to one of the world's most impressive collections of rhododendrons and azaleas. His Manual is a beautifully photographed step-by-step guide to the cultivation, care, and many varieties of rhododendrons. Also in the Care Manual series: Roses, Bonsai, Cactus and Succulents, Clematis, Fuchsia, and Magnolias.

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All about rhodos.......2003-06-03

The writer, a third generation nurseryman, is a leading rhodo grower and collector having led expeditions to Tibet and China in search of new species. He has written three previous books on rhododendrons and lectured extensively. This book gives the reader an extensive background in both rhodos and azaleas, with an emphasis on proper site preparation, soils and planting and maintenance. There is a beautifully illustrated plant directory some 40 pages in length.

There are some 800 species of rhododendron, and thousands of hybrids. They come in all shapes and sizes from dwarf species that look almost like heather growing on a hillside to some that have leaves some three feet in length. The writer, having introduced us briefly to the geography of the rhododendron, gets down to the business of his main theme - caring for them. The book is readable and contains useful information for anyone interested in growing rhododendrons.

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This beautiful work by two great Dutch plantsmen presents the largest selection of color photographs of elepidote rhododendron species, varieties, hybrids, and cultivars ever gathered in one volume, a lavish tribute to the most spectacular of flowering shrubs.

All About Azaleas, Camellias & Rhododendrons (Ortho's All about)

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All About Azaleas, Camellias & Rhododendrons (Ortho's All about)
Derek Fell , and Fred Galle
Manufacturer: Ortho Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0897212576

To have a friend: An exchange of letters on rhododendrons, iris, lilies, magnolias, politics, war and peace, 1945-1951

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To have a friend: An exchange of letters on rhododendrons, iris, lilies, magnolias, politics, war and peace, 1945-1951
Delbert W James
Manufacturer: Big Rock Press, of Dunroamin Enterprises
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: 091001308X

Rhododendrons of China. Prepared by American Rhododendron Society and Rhododendron Species Foundation

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Rhododendrons of China. Prepared by American Rhododendron Society and Rhododendron Species Foundation
Young
Manufacturer: Binford & Mort Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0832303739

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The author uses an extensive study of the five Greek novels preserved by tradition since Roman times (Chariton, Chaireas and Callirhoe, Longus, Daphnis and Chloe, Xenophon of Ephesus, Ephesiaca, Achilles Tatius, Leucippe and Clitophon, Heliodorus, Ethiopica) to show how the novel form, from its origins, has been based upon the repetition of commonplaces, [tau][eta][pi][omicron][iota], which allows an interplay with the reader. The commonest of these commonplaces, love-Eros, provides the plot of the five novels, in an order which is itself topical: meeting and love at first sight, wounds of love and lovesickness, lovers separated, lovers put to the test by the sea and by pirates, lovers reunited. The heroes of Greek novels, always young, good-looking and well-born (even if their identities are left unclear), allow for easy reader identification. From Xenophon of Ephesus (the most primitive form of the novel) to the Ethiopica (a true work of art), the Greek novel had already explored all the main narrative possibilities of the genre.

Les Lieux Communs Du Roman: Stereotypes Grecs D'Aventure et D'Amour.

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Les Lieux Communs Du Roman: Stereotypes Grecs D'Aventure et D'Amour.

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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000IBEZMU

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