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  • Spirals in Time

    The Secret Life and Curious Afterlife of Seashells

    by Helen Scales ...
    The beautifully written story of shells and their makers, and our relationships with them.Seashells are the sculpted homes of a remarkable group of animals: the molluscs. These are some of the most ancient and successful animals on the planet.But watch out. Some molluscs can kill you if you eat them. Some will kill you if you stand too close.That hasn't stopped people using shells in many ways ... Read more

    R243,44

  • A Photographic Guide to Seashore Life in the North Atlantic

    Canada to Cape Cod

    by J. Duane Sept ...
    The tides of the North Atlantic are the world's highest, and they reveal a world of amazing seashore life--from jellies and sea anemones, to clams and crabs, to seaweeds and lichens. With some 300 crisp, vibrant color photographs and brief, precise descriptions, this field guide makes it easier than ever to identify Atlantic seashore life from Canada to Cape Cod. Duane Sept covers more than 225 ... Read more

    R300,94

  • The Changing Planet

    The Planetary System, #2

    Series Book 2 - The Planetary System
    The planet is not static. It never has been.But now, we are watching it change, live.The Changing Planet is Book Two in The Planetary System Series, a clear and rigorous exploration of Earth as a dynamic, interconnected system undergoing measurable transformation.Where Book One explained the physics of the climate system, this volume moves into a new era, an era of direct observation. Satellites, ... Read more

    R360,66 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • L'eloquenza delle sardine

    Translated by Barbara Ponti ...
    Storie incredibili dal mondo sotto il mare«Una dichiarazione d’amore eloquente e poetica al mondo delle profondità marine.» Le MondeE se sott’acqua riuscissimo a parlarci e a sentirci? Sembra un’idea bizzarra, eppure nel «mondo del silenzio» i pesci comunicano fra di loro e ne hanno di cose da dirsi…Giovane scienziato e divulgatore dallo straordinario talento, Bill François ci accompagna in un ... Read more

    R224,24

  • Pearls and Pearling Life

    Pearls are glistening, solid object created within the tissue of a living mollusc or other shelled animals. Pearls of the highest quality are categorised as gemstones and considered to be objects of beauty in many cultures. This vintage book explores the world of pearls and pearl farming, giving an outline of its history from ancient times to the developments of modern pearling life. Contents ... Read more

    R146,61 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Collecting Fossils and Minerals

    The complete guide for enthusiasts and collectors

    A complete, practical guide to collecting fossils and minerals, written for beginners and for collectors who want to sharpen their skills. Learn how to identify minerals and fossils by colour, structure and geological context, assess authenticity and condition, use catalogues and collector's tools, and understand how market value is formed. A clear path covering collecting criteria, field ... Read more

    R257,53 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Shells

    Series series DK Handbooks
    The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashell from around the worldAuthoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise e-guide to seashells of the world. Includes more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference ebook is designed to cut through the complex ... Read more

    R184,45

  • The Sound of the Sea

    Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans

    **A Science Friday Best Science Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Science and Technology Book of the YearA Tampa Bay Times Best Book of the YearA stunning history of seashells and the animals that make them that "will have you marveling at nature…Barnett’s account remarkably spirals out, appropriately, to become a much larger story about the ... Read more

    R271,50

  • Seashell Beauty and the Concept of Nature at Play

    The poet Pablo Neruda kept a box of seashells on his desk for inspiration and was in awe of their beauty.But does that beauty serve a survival function for the mollusk that produced it? Does it help to attract a mate, to capture prey, to ward off predators? If not, does that very beauty defy the principle that 'Nature does nothing in vain'? In addressing these basic questions, Raskin discusses a ... Read more

    R114,59 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • MARES E OCEANOS 1

    CARAÍBAS, SEYCHELLES, MAR VERMELHO

    Uma jornada visual fascinante pelas profundezas do Planeta Azul. "Mares e Oceanos 1" desvenda a extraordinária biodiversidade das Caraíbas, Seychelles e do Mar Vermelho. Com fotos em ambiente natural, este guia descreve 96 espécies, de peixes exóticos e corais a mamíferos marinhos. A obra explora a importância dos recifes, o papel do fitoplâncton na produção de oxigênio e as estratégias de ... Read more

    R139,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Marine Life of the Maldives, 2nd Edition

    Divers and Snorkellers Guide

    Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful world of extraordinary sea creatures. This truly magnificent spectacle is captured in 344 pages of vivid photographs with authoritative text by one of Australia’s leading Marine Naturalists.Although this book is based on scientific classification, its primary function is to encourage greater awareness among divers on a level that ... Read more

    R264,69 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Elija su pez. Guía para el comprador de peces de agua marina

    Comprar un pez para un acuario marino tropical puede ser un quebradero de cabeza. Este libro proporciona información básica sobre una gran variedad de peces. Incluye indicaciones sobre el tamaño, la alimentación, el lugar de procedencia, las diferencias morfológicas entre macho y hembra, el tipo de acuario que necesita cada especie, la convivencia con otros peces, la compatibilidad con especies de ... Read more

    R195,95 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Die Eloquenz der Sardine

    Unglaubliche Geschichten aus der Welt der Flüsse und Meere

    Translated by Frank Sievers ...
    «Die einzigen Tiere, denen ich auf gar keinen Fall begegnen wollte, waren Fische.» Eine Sardine, strahlend und zerbrechlich, befreite Bill François einst als Kind von seiner Angst vor den Fischen und dem offenen Meer. «Sie bat mich, sie zu begleiten, und hob an, mir ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.» Seither ist er nie wieder vollständig auf festen Boden zurückgekehrt. Seither lauscht er den ... Read more

    R241,99

  • Contributo alla conoscenza della Malacofauna Marina della Riviera del Conero e dintorni

    by Andrea Capici ...
    Contributo alla conoscenza dei molluschi marini ed in particolare delle loro conchiglie, trovate nel litorale marchigiano e mare prospiciente, compreso tra Senigallia (Ancona) e Numana (Ancona). Il libro, frutto di ricerche effettuate in oltre mezzo secolo, include una parte descrittiva iniziale contenente brevi cenni sul phylum dei molluschi, l'areale di studio, i metodi di ricerca ed i risultati ... Read more

    R114,59 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • La mer et les poissons

    En considérant l’immensité de la mer et la fécondité prodigieuse, excessive, des animaux qui peuplent ce domaine, on s’imagine facilement qu’il y a là le siège d’une vie non moins étendue que le réceptacle où elle se déroule. C’est une erreur.À l’inverse des continents, dont la flore et la faune étalent leur splendeur à peu près partout, les mers renferment leur production dans une zone ... Read more

    R100,00

  • Beautiful Shells of New Zealand

    Enriched edition. An Illustrated Work for Amateur Collectors of New Zealand Marine Shells, with Directions for Collecting and Cleaning them

    In "Beautiful Shells of New Zealand," Edward George Britton Moss embarks on an intricate exploration of the diverse and exquisite shell species found along the New Zealand coastline. Moss employs a meticulous literary style that blends scientific observation with poetic description, allowing readers to appreciate not only the biology but also the ethereal beauty of these natural wonders. Richly ... Read more

    R39,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Little Book of Shells

    Gems of Nature

    Series series The Little Book of
    Dip into the intriguing world of shells with this beautifully illustrated guide to 75 weird and wonderful examples.When we pick up a shell on the beach, we notice its beautiful shape or attractive colours, but how often do we consider what it tells us about the creature that made it, and the evolutionary journey that led to its particular characteristics?This book introduces you to the <str... ... Read more

    R229,07

  • The Wonder of Seashells

    Discover the Meaning & Magic of the Ocean’s Treasures

    Series series Ocean Wonders
    Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean’s diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells.This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty of seashells reveals how shells enhance and inform the world around us. Exploring coasts and shells from across the globe, each unique shell ... Read more

    R256,67

  • Океанология: Как устроен океан и почему от него зависит наша жизнь

    In Twelve Evenings, #6

    by Vita Harwood ...
    Series Book 6 - In Twelve Evenings
    Океанология: Как устроен океан и почему от него зависит наша жизньКнига 6, Серия "За Двенадцать Вечеров"Вита ХарвудПроверь свои знания!Что я уже знаю об этом?Что на самом деле происходит под поверхностью океана?Океан покрывает большую часть нашей планеты, переносит огромные объёмы тепла, обменивается углеродом с атмосферой, влияет на климат и поддерживает уди... ... Read more

    R80,33 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ornaments and Other Ambiguous Artifacts from Franchthi

    Volume 2, The Neolithic

    Series series Excavations at Franchthi Cave, Greece
    The famous Franchthi Cave excavations in Greece brought to light an exceptionally long sequence of ornaments, spanning from the earliest Upper Paleolithic to the end of the Neolithic. This volume focuses on the Neolithic, whose assemblages are far more diversified than those of earlier times. The introduction during the Neolithic of entirely artificial shapes, geometric and anthropomorphic, ... Read more

    R1 055,69

  • Marine Life of the Maldives, 3rd Edition

    Divers and Snorkellers Guide

    A comprehensive marine life identification guide on the Maldives with over 1000 photographs. An easy to use visual reference for reef walkers, snorkelers, and scuba divers. This book covers a wide range of the most commonly seen invertebrates and illustrates the extraordinary diversity and color of the Maldives natural environment.Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful ... Read more

    R449,68 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Seashells of Cape Cod and the Islands

    Identify and Learn About the Shells You Find on the Beaches of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket

    A go-to identification guide for beachcombers on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket, providing color photos of seashells and information about the animals that lived in them.Ideal for beachgoers who want to know more about the shells they find, this well-organized book will help readers identify more than 30 seashells that can be found on Cape Cod's 559.6 miles of coastline, including Cape ... Read more

    R213,43 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Shells

    Series series A Guide For the Curious
    As the world becomes more uncertain and life more stressful, getting outside and connecting with nature is an easy and affordable way to boost our mental and physical health.In Shells, trained biologist and wellness writer Susan E. Clark introduces the curious reader to this wonderful world. In the first part of the book, you will learn fascinating facts about shells and the creatures that leave ... Read more

    R184,45

  • The Beachcomber's Companion

    An Illustrated Guide to Collecting and Identifying Beach Treasures

    A field guide to shells, sand dollars, sea glass, and more that "inspires a new appreciation for the wonders of the shore" ( Providence Journal).The Beachcomber's Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures. Each of the entries includes fascinating descriptions, fun tidbits, and detailed artwork that makes it easy to identify your own ... Read more

    R248,16 or Free with Kobo Plus