Illus. in full color. A fascinating introduction to the world of wolves, one of nature's most enduring and misunderstood creatures. Wolf-pack behavior, body language, and the meaning of howls are all demystified in this natural history.
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This highly acclaimed book -- hailed as the definitive account of the Julius and Ethel Rosenberg case -- now includes a new introduction and epilogue that discuss the most recent evidence. It provides information from the Khruschev and Molotov memoirs, the Venona papers, and material contained in a [...]
Did you know that bats are not blind? That the smallest bat is the size of a bee? That bats won't" really" fly into your hair? Kids will learn all this and more in this exciting book about one of nature's most misunderstood creatures.
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From tigers to cougars and leopards to lions, this book is a great introduction to big cats. Topics discussed include hunting techniques, sleeping habits, color patterns, and the importance of preserving the cats' habitats.[...]
Offering a look at his childhood years, his acting days in Hollywood, and his various political roles, including being twice elected as president, an illustrated biography provides an in-depth look at the life, times, and many accomplishments of this celebrated American figure. Simultaneous.[...]
What should you do if a gorilla charges right at you? Run away, climb a tree, or make a scary face? Find out the surprising answer and much more in this nonfiction book packed with amazing gorilla facts.[...]
A guide to reading "To Kill A Mockingbird" with a critical and appreciative mind. Includes background on the author's life and times, sample tests, term paper suggestions, and a reading list.[...]
Cultural history tends to elude positive definition. It deals in some sense with culture, and with history, combined in a creative and often critical analysis. But its strength and analytical potential is to be found in its slipperiness, in its critical attitude to authoritative categorization, and [...]