The Hot-blooded Insects: Mechanisms and Evolution of Thermoregulation

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"From one man's persistent and elegant probing of the temperature biology of bees, we have been led to a deeper understanding of the whole biology of many insect taxa, and of their interactions with ecological and environmental stresses: all who work at the interfaces of physiology, ecology and behaviour have cause to be grateful, and all should certainly read this book." (Trends in Ecology & Evolution) "An outstanding source of information, and can be read with profit and satisfaction by the professional biologist and interested amateur alike." (Nature)

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The Food and Wine Lover s Companion to Tuscany, originally published in 1996, was one of the first guidebooks to focus exclusively on the traditional foods and local wines of this region-the most traveled-to area of Italy. This essential guide, now completely revised and incorporating over 40 new entries, is still the only book anyone needs to find the little-known shops, markets, festivals, and wineries that capture the spirit of Tuscany. Author Carla Capalbo, who makes her home in the region, passes on her extensive knowledge of Tuscan foods and wine, exploring each town, village, and quaint back road. No one considering a trip to Tuscany should leave home without this book.

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from the author.......2005-12-15

I wrote this book, and would like prospective buyers to know that hundreds of people have written to me to say how much they have used and appreciated it when travelling to Tuscany. I'm glad, as it took three full years to write the first edition, and another 8 months to revise it, living on the road all around Tuscany as I did the research. Revising doesn't mean rewriting every entry: it means checking to see how things are after 2 years. If things have remained unchanged, I don't need to rewrite the entry from scratch. I also added 80 new places - my publishers wouldn't allow more - and removed others that had either closed or become less interesting.
The focus of my work is to write about the artisan food and wine makers that Italy is so rich in -- about their lives and products -- and to help travellers to find them. Necessarily many of these dedicated and hard-working people live in out-of-the-way places. That makes finding them more difficult, but makes the visiting more interesting, as it takes us to all corners of this wonderful region.
The Food and Wine Lover's Companion to Tuscany was shortlisted for Food Book of the Year in the UK. I have recently also published The Food and Wine Guide to Naples and Campania, fruit of three more years living and working in this fascinating southern region. I hope you will enjoy them!
Carla Capalbo

Not much new, four years later?.......2002-06-28

Carla Capaldo has updated her book originally published in 1998, giving readers a "New, Updated Version" with over forty new entries. That's an average of ten a year, which seems a bit light to my mind.
Her book-- regardless of the edition-- is a mix of restaurant recommendations, leads to wineries and enoteca, cheese shops, and also fattoria (farms) that offer such goods as olive oil, honey, etc. All well and good, but unless you are travelling all around Tuscany, over 95% of this book will be of little use.
That said, much of its value will be as armchair reading-- and here too, I have some problems, particularly with her organization. As might be expected, the entries are organized geographically-- but by a system that most readers will find baffling. For instance, San Gimignano appears in the section on Siena (it is in Siena Province) while its neighbor fifteen miles away, Volterra, appears in the same section with Pisa, many miles to the north. But many of the villages in the province of Florence, such as Panzano, Radda, and Greve have their own section-- Chianti Classico.
If it stopped there, one might eventually be able to discern what is where, but alas, the Index also compounds the confusion by listing entries alphabetically and then by offering, so we have Beekeepers, Bakeries, Candymakers, Chocolate Makers, Pastries, Biscuits, and Cakes, and Pastry Makers and Shops. Pity the person who is trying to recall where he/she had a nice pastry and coffee, followed by a gelato and perhaps a candy for the child!
Another cavil-- in the '98 edition, one entry includes this sentence: "By the time you visit,...may have completed their extension: the 'little shop' will be enlarged to add a tasting room 'for friends." That same sentence, verbatim, is also in the 2002 edition. Granted, renovations can take a little while in Italy, but I strongly suspect that the author simply neglected to revisit the shop in question, and revise her book accordingly!

If you are ONLY going to Tuscany, then this book may be of some use. If your travel plans include other regions of Italy (and they should), Faith Heller Willinger's "Eating in Italy" is far superior (though older) and there are several superior guides for serious enophiles.

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A new entry into the Longman World Biography series, Ahmad Al-Mansur examines a leading statesman who guided a key country during a pivotal time in history. Al-Mansur was a man of contradictions whose policies combined a vision of the future with a longing for the past; by building one state, he destroyed another.

Clear and concise, Ahmad Al-Mansur contextualizes a leading ruler and his state at a turning point in the history of Europe, North and West Africa, and the Middle East.

Ahmad Al-Mansur, Islam, Middle Ages, Europe, Middle East, North Africa.

Readers interested in Ahmad Al-Mansur and the history and development of the world surrounding the Mediterranean.

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Ahmad Al-Mansur: Islamic Visionary
Richard L. Smith
Manufacturer: Longman
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OUEQCO

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al-Amal al-shiriyah al-kamilah
Muhammad Ahmad Mansur
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al-Aqaid al-diniyah fi Misr al-Mamlukiyah bayna al-Islam wa-al-tasawwuf (Tarikh al-Misriyin)

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al-Aqaid al-diniyah fi Misr al-Mamlukiyah bayna al-Islam wa-al-tasawwuf (Tarikh al-Misriyin)
Ahmad Subhi Mansur
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ASIN: 9770169919

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al-Hisbah: Dirasah usuliyah tarikhiyah
Ahmad Subhi Mansur
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al-Hurriyah al-niqabiyah lil-muwazzaf al-amm: Dirasah muqaranah

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al-Hurriyah al-niqabiyah lil-muwazzaf al-amm: Dirasah muqaranah
Mansur Muhammad Ahmad
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al-Juz al-awwal min al-Takhrij li-sahih al-Hadith: an al-shuyukh al-thiqat ala shart kitab Muhammad ibn Ismail al-Bukhari wa-kitab Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj ... ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Mansur al-Utayqi

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al-Juz al-awwal min al-Takhrij li-sahih al-Hadith: an al-shuyukh al-thiqat ala shart kitab Muhammad ibn Ismail al-Bukhari wa-kitab Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj ... ibn Muhammad ibn Ahmad ibn Mansur al-Utayqi
Ahmad ibn Muhammad Barqani
Manufacturer: Dar Ibn Hazm lil-Nashr wa-al-Tawzi
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al-Mukhtasar fi al-nahw li-Abi Mansur al-Jawaliqi: Tahqiq wa-taliq

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al-Mukhtasar fi al-nahw li-Abi Mansur al-Jawaliqi: Tahqiq wa-taliq
Mawhub ibn Ahmad Jawaliqi
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al-Tasawwuf wa-al-hayah al-diniyah fi Misr al-Mamlukiyah, 648-921 H/1250-1517 M

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al-Tasawwuf wa-al-hayah al-diniyah fi Misr al-Mamlukiyah, 648-921 H/1250-1517 M
Ahmad Subhi Mansur
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Buraydah: Dakhil al-aswar wa-kharijuha, 985-1360 H/1564-1939 M, 1360-1421 H/1939-2000 M

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Buraydah: Dakhil al-aswar wa-kharijuha, 985-1360 H/1564-1939 M, 1360-1421 H/1939-2000 M
Ahmad ibn Hasan Mansur
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The sculpture of India, 3000 B.C.-1300 A.D
Pramod Chandra
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THE SCULPTURE OF INDIA, 3000 B.C. - 1300 A.D.
Pramod CHANDRA
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Sculpture of India: 3000 B.C.-1300 a.D.
Pramod Chandra
Manufacturer: NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000OKGE3S

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Inside this book you will find comprehensive information on every aspect of the K9 unit, from administration to officer safety on the job. R.S. Eden presents training exercises and deployment procedures comprised of nearly two decades of personal knowledge and the practical experience of other officers. Action photos back up his points. In addition, the author examines the attitudes of law enforcement officers from both within and outside the K9 team and analyzes how this affects officer performance and morale.

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K9 Officer's Manual.......2005-09-03

For any officer or department considering becoming a K9 officer or questioning the benefits with use of a K9 addition to the department, this book is a must have. An officer who had first hand experience wrote it and provides adequate information to assist in making a very informed decision regarding the use of K9 with the smallest to the largest organization. This book covers liability to officer and dog selection.
Linda Connor
Director Orting K9 Program

K-9 officer's manual.......2001-11-03

I found this book to give in-depth information in an easy to follow format. Very well written, provides the needed material for current or aspiring canine officers.

Good advice.......2000-04-28

This book has good advice for people interested in the field of law enforcement with canine's. This book has a great wealth of information and is useful to those persuing a career in that field.

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Collectors all over the world prize the distinctive silver jewelry crafted by the Hopi people of northern Arizona. Margaret Wright's comprehensive guide, first published over thirty years ago and updated in 1998 to include new artisans, has long been considered the best available reference on Hopi silversmithing and is now available only from UNM Press.

Beginning with a brief look at the geographic area that helped form Hopi identity and culture, Wright moves on to examine Hopi silversmiths from the late nineteenth century to the end of the twentieth century. Included is the important role played by Mary Russell-Colten of the Museum of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff. Russell-Colten encouraged the Hopis to adopt a unique design style that would set their work apart from other Indian silver work, thereby making it more easily distinguishable and profitable. Wright also provides a survey of the tools utilized by the artisans.

The index of hallmarks utilized by more than 300 Hopi silversmiths, arranged chronologically and by type of symbol, with brief information about each artist is a necessity for anyone collecting Hopi silver work.

"This revised edition includes over 100 new hallmarks as it traces the history of Hopi silversmithing. From early Hopi silversmith experiences to modern jewelry and hallmarks, the book blends black and white and color illustrations with excellent reviews of Hopi history and culture."—Reviewer's Bookwatch

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Same book different cover.......2007-08-01

This is the same 1998 book with a different cover. No new information since the 1998 edition.

Updated in 1998 to include 80 new artisans.......2003-11-17

Back in print is Hopi Silver: The History And Hallmarks Of Hopi Silversmithing, a revised classic covering the history and hallmarks of Hopi silversmithing. This classic appeared over twenty years ago and was updated in 1998 to include 80 new artisans: it not only reveals the history of past and contemporary Hopi silversmithers, but it provides an important reference of unique hallmarks used by other 300 Hopi silversmiths, including designs, silversmith name and clan, and years he or she began their work. Add color photos and you have a memorable coverage.

A valuable and beautifully illustrated resource!.......2000-06-26

For anyone who admires or collects Hopi jewelry, this guide will only serve to deepen your appreciation of this beautiful artwork. After setting the stage geographically, Wright starts at the beginning with a history of Hopi crafts and culture, and early silversmiths. Of particular interest was the role played by Mary-Russell Colter of the Museum of Northern Arizona in encouraging the Hopi artists to create a design style that was uniquely Hopi, distinguishable from other Native American jewelry, and therefore profitable. The color plates of traditional and modern Hopi jewelry designs are stunning. The book closes with an index of the hallmarks of more than 300 Hopi silversmiths-- arranged chronologically and by type of symbol, with brief information about each artist. An invaluable reference for serious or casual collectors!

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The Perennials Book Provides understandable in-depth information on using, selecting and growing perennials with inspiring photographs and detailed instructions. Includes colorful garden plans and 16 complete projects. More than 500 photos and 55 illustrations. 256 pages.

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the complete perennial book.......2006-08-03

it's a beautiful book full of informations and I'll use it for years to come

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Bought it because it was pretty, kept it because it is great
Very thorough reference!!
Great Guide to Annuals & Perennials

The Complete Book of Garden Flowers

Manufacturer: Whitecap Books
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Binding: Paperback

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Simon & Schuster's Guide to Plants and Flowers

ASIN: 1552850749

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A garden is the sum of its plants and with this book's mix of the very best annuals, perennials and bulbs, you can add flower upon flower to create a beautiful, well-planned garden.

This lavishly illustrated, handy reference book gives you everything you need to know about over 300 popular annuals, bulbs and perennials and contains special sections on roses, clematis, tulips and daffodils.

Find the flowers that you are already growing and then choose further exciting plants to complement your flowering display.

Look inside to find out:

- What? Choose from over 300 top garden plants and their best varieties

- Where? Dozens of plants to suit sunny, shady, damp, and dry or combination gardens

- When? A monthly checklist of tasks and treats, from planting to picking, to keep you in control of the garden

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Bought it because it was pretty, kept it because it is great.......2005-06-16

This is a fantastic book, if you want concise information on a wide variety of flowers. I was familiar with a few types of flowers, but I wanted to find out what would grow well around our house, when we moved in a few years ago.
The book is divided into four sections (annuals, perennials, a short section on roses, and bulbs), with general information about each type and using them in a garden, then there is a long encyclopedia section for each type. Each flower gets a page, usually with 2 pictures (one of the flower up close, and one of the entire plant), features of the flower, best planting sites, a monthly calendar describing when to plant and maintenance through the year, how to grow, how it typically flowers, and any additional maintenance or care, if needed.
My mother-in-law is a certified Master Gardener, and she often looks through this book. We're going to buy her a copy for her birthday, this year.

Very thorough reference!!.......2002-08-08

Great comprehensive book of annuals, perennials and bulbs! Being a beginning gardener, I spent quite a bit of time deliberating on a choice for a general flower reference book. This book has proven its worth! There are general overviews of the three flowering categories, explaining how to integrate them into a well-planned garden. There are pages and pages of lavish photographs of individual varieties with info presented in a concise, reader-friendly format. Garden-store tags are often woefully incomplete, so this has been invaluable to me for getting the full scoop. I find myself looking at this book just about every day, if only to dream about the enticing flowers I'd like to plant some day.

Great Guide to Annuals & Perennials.......2002-03-10

This book gives a lot of detailed information and superb pictures of annuals and perennials. It gives information on planting, what to expect and disease and treatment.

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The Complete Book of Perennials
Graham Rice
Manufacturer: Readers Digest
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0762103604
Release Date: 2002-02-14

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Our timeless best-seller is the definitive reference and hands-on guide to selecting, planting, and cultivating perennials. More than 750 perennials are listed alphabetically; includes each plant's characteristics, key cultivating facts, and over 360 vivid color photographs.

Tulips: The Complete Guide to Selecting and Growing (Gardener's Library (Firefly Books))

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Tulips: The Complete Guide to Selecting and Growing (Gardener's Library (Firefly Books))
Sam Benvie
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TULIPS, is full of fascinating and useful information for the avid tulip gardener, including: where tulips came from, the great variety of tulips today, the many different uses to which tulips can be put, and much more.

All About Pruning - The Complete Guide To Pruning Of Trees, Shrubs, Vines And Perennials

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All About Pruning - The Complete Guide To Pruning Of Trees, Shrubs, Vines And Perennials
Created & designed by the editorial staff of Ortho Books
Manufacturer: Ortho Books/Chevron
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ASIN: B000TDGZVG

The Complete Book of Hardy Perennials (Complete Book of)

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The Complete Book of Hardy Perennials (Complete Book of)
Richard Bird
Manufacturer: Ward Lock Ltd
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Petersen's Complete Book of Engines, No 10, Chevy's New 16-Valve for '74: the Twin-Cam Cosworth Vega 4

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Petersen's Complete Book of Engines, No 10, Chevy's New 16-Valve for '74: the Twin-Cam Cosworth Vega 4

Manufacturer: Longman Trade/Caroline House
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ASIN: 0822700603

The book of hardy flowers;: A simple and complete descriptive guide to the cultivation in gardens of the trees and shrubs, perennial and annual flowers, ... in summer in temperate countries

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The book of hardy flowers;: A simple and complete descriptive guide to the cultivation in gardens of the trees and shrubs, perennial and annual flowers, ... in summer in temperate countries
H. H Thomas
Manufacturer: Cassell
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THE COMPLETE GARDEN FLOWER BOOK HOW TO GROW OVER 600 OF THE BEST PERFORMING VARIETIES ANNUALS PERENNIALS BULBS SHRUBS CLIMBERS

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THE COMPLETE GARDEN FLOWER BOOK HOW TO GROW OVER 600 OF THE BEST PERFORMING VARIETIES ANNUALS PERENNIALS BULBS SHRUBS CLIMBERS

Manufacturer: MURDOCH BOOKS
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