Nature of Southeast Alaska : A Guide to Plants, Animals, and Habitats by Richard Carstensen, Robert H. Armstrong and Rita M. O'Clair (2014, Trade Paperback)

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Title : The Nature of Southeast Alaska: A Guide to Plants, Animals, and Habitats (Alaska Geographic). Publisher : Alaska Northwest Books.

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PublisherWest Margin Press
ISBN-100882409905
ISBN-139780882409900
eBay Product ID (ePID)172659141

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Edition3
Book TitleNature of Southeast Alaska : a Guide to Plants, Animals, and Habitats
Number of Pages310 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicPlants / General, Animals / Wildlife, Regional
IllustratorYes
FeaturesRevised
GenreNature
AuthorRichard Carstensen, Robert H. Armstrong, Rita M. O'clair
Book SeriesAlaska Geographic Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2013-045235
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"This is one book you must have along if you're planning to get marooned on a deserted Southeast Alaskan island. Since the authors--longtime Southeast teachers and biologists--have pondered everything in the Tongass from giant glaciers to the smallest no-see-ums, this book is probably the most comprehensive treatment you can get of the flora, fauna, and habitat of Southeast." -- Ketchikan Daily News "The authors write with humor and insight on a range of natural topics--from banana slugs and slime mold to glaciers, old-growth forests, and the reproductive problems of blueberry bushes. . . . This witty reference book goes beyond the traditional field guide, offering in-depth and entertaining insights." -- Fairbanks Daily News-Miner " The Nature of Southeast Alaska does a good job at weaving together scientific research, personal observations, and down-to-earth writing." -- Sitka Sentinel, "Unlike the standard nature guides that explain how to recognize common animals, Nature stresses the web of interrelationships that link the regional flora and fauna. This affectionate examination of some of North America's most spectacular surviving old-growth forests will delight backpackers and armchair naturalists." - Los Angeles Times Book Review "[This book is] the best Alaska regional nature guide. . . . Unlike some more technical field guides, this one can be read with pleasure by nonspecialists. Without sacrificing their concern for facts, the authors conspire to make their text readable by describing their own field ventures in a lively fashion that conveys their enthusiasm." - Anchorage Daily News, "Going beyond the usual descriptions of flora and fauna of a region found in wildlife and nature field guides, the authors of this guide strive to show the interconnectedness of wildlife and plants in an ecosystem and the relationships to each other within the Southeast Alaska region. The authors, who are both Alaskan residents and biologists, start by describing the various habitats found in the region, then go on to describe the various indigenous animals, plants, and fungi that populate the region. Peppered with detailed line art illustrations, this book combines scientific research with personal experiences to make a definitive field guide for residents of or visitors to Southeast Alaska. This, the third edition, includes expanded coverage of old growth forest biology, previously unpublished line art illustrations, and side-bars containing personal reflections from the authors." --Eithne O'Leyne, Editor, ProtoView, "This is one book you must have along if you're planning to get marooned on a deserted Southeast Alaskan island. Since the authors-longtime Southeast teachers and biologists-have pondered everything in the Tongass from giant glaciers to the smallest no-see-ums, this book is probably the most comprehensive treatment you can get of the flora, fauna, and habitat of Southeast." - Ketchikan Daily News "The authors write with humor and insight on a range of natural topics-from banana slugs and slime mold to glaciers, old-growth forests, and the reproductive problems of blueberry bushes. . . . This witty reference book goes beyond the traditional field guide, offering in-depth and entertaining insights." - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner " The Nature of Southeast Alaska does a good job at weaving together scientific research, personal observations, and down-to-earth writing." - Sitka Sentinel, "Unlike the standard nature guides that explain how to recognize common animals, Nature stresses the web of interrelationships that link the regional flora and fauna. This affectionate examination of some of North America's most spectacular surviving old-growth forests will delight backpackers and armchair naturalists." -- Los Angeles Times Book Review "[This book is] the best Alaska regional nature guide. . . . Unlike some more technical field guides, this one can be read with pleasure by nonspecialists. Without sacrificing their concern for facts, the authors conspire to make their text readable by describing their own field ventures in a lively fashion that conveys their enthusiasm." -- Anchorage Daily News
Dewey Decimal508.798/3
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisEverything you ever wanted to know about the flora and fauna of Southeast Alaska is contained in the third edition of this lively field guide to the natural world, from bears to banana slugs, mountains to murrelets. The unique features of the book include In-depth information about how wildlife coexists with the environment Detailed discussions of mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, fungi, and plants Detailed map of wilderness areas in Southeast Alaska More than 200 black-and-white illustrations A bibliography, list of common and scientific names, and an index In-depth guide to Southeast Alaska's flora and fauna; more than an identification manual, Nature explores how the species and habitats encountered in the woods and waters of Southeast Alaska fit into the bigger picture. New to this edition: More than 100 new illustrations than in the previous edition, many never before published, as well as new maps and photos Major expansion of sections on geology, old-growth forests, marine mammals, and amphibians Fifty-two new sidebars--written in the first person to give the text a more personal touch---that describe recent findings or experiences. Sweeping updates and elaborations to chapter narratives--often thanks to technology unknown in 1992., Everything you ever wanted to know about the flora and fauna of Southeast Alaska is contained in the third edition of this lively field guide to the natural world, from bears to banana slugs, mountains to murrelets. The unique features of the book include In-depth information about how wildlife coexists with the environment Detailed discussions of mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, fungi, and plants Detailed map of wilderness areas in Southeast Alaska More than 200 black-and-white illustrations A bibliography, list of common and scientific names, and an index, "Unlike the standard nature guides that explain how to recognize common animals, Nature stresses the web of interrelationships that link the regional flora and fauna. This affectionate examination of some of North America's most spectacular surviving old-growth forests will delight backpackers and armchair naturalists." -- Los Angeles Times Book Review Everything you ever wanted to know about the flora and fauna of Southeast Alaska is contained in the third edition of this lively field guide to the natural world, from bears to banana slugs, mountains to murrelets. The authors, who are both Alaskan residents and biologists, combine scientific research with personal experiences to make a definitive field guide for residents of or visitors to Southeast Alaska. The unique features of the book include: In-depth information about how wildlife coexists with the environment Detailed discussions of mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, fungi, and plants Detailed map of wilderness areas in Southeast Alaska More than 200 black-and-white illustrations A bibliography, list of common and scientific names, and an index New to this edition: More than 100 new illustrations, many never before published, as well as new maps and photos Major expansion of sections on geology, old-growth forests, marine mammals, and amphibians Fifty-two new sidebars--written in the first person to give the text a more personal touch­--that describe recent findings or experiences. Sweeping updates and elaborations to chapter narratives--often thanks to technology unknown in 1992. In-depth guide to Southeast Alaska's flora and fauna; more than an identification manual, Nature explores how the species and habitats encountered in the woods and waters of Southeast Alaska fit into the bigger picture.
LC Classification NumberQH105.A4O35 2014

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