Nature Encyclopedia

Dorling Kindersley, London, 1998. First Edition. Hardcover (Laminated Boards). Very Good Condition/No Dust Jacket (as issued). Second impression. Size: Quarto. 304 pages. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. No foxing in this copy. All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. The corners are bumped.. This book is available and ready to be shipped.. Guaranteed to spark the interest in nature of any child, this beautifully illustrated volume will be a welcome addition to most reference collections. In each two-page spread, a brief paragraph introduces a particular topic, while several short blocks of text and illustrations provide more detail. The spreads are appealing, with an eclectic mix of finely detailed color drawings, color photographs, anatomical diagrams, and maps. All of the illustrations are labeled and most species shown are identified by both common and scientific names. The book is divided into six sections. "The Natural World" describes the origins and evolution of life on Earth. "How Living Things Work" examines the basic characteristics shared by all living things' respiration, reproduction, life cycles, etc. "Ecology" surveys the major types of habitats around the world and discusses topics such as food chains and endangered species.Profile boxes offer facts about and a small photo of a particular species. An appendix includes classification charts, a useful glossary, and a detailed index. Well organized, clearly written, and with an amazing scope, this encyclopedia makes a valuable guide to nature. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Children; Britain/UK; Animals & Birds. ISBN: 0751357979. ISBN/EAN: 9780751357974. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 6549. . 9780751357974 This book weighs over one kilogram, and may involve extra shipping charges if posted to some countries..