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Birds of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands - Lisa D. Yntema - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Birds of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands - Lisa D. Yntema - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

The only fully illustrated guide to feature all the bird species of Puerto Rico and the Virgin IslandsThis portable and informative field guide describes the bird species found on Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Fully updated, the guide presents all 347 species, both naturally occurring as well as introduced, and highlights 19 endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Species are sorted by habitat to facilitate identification and extra illustrations are provided for birds similar in appearance. The only fully illustrated guide to feature all 347 bird species in Puerto Rico and the Virgin IslandsSpecies sorted by habitat for easier identificationText and illustrations on facing pages for ease of identificationExtensive introduction covering taxonomy, migration, biogeography, and conservationUseful information on birding hotspots throughout the region

DKK 212.00
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What Is World Literature? - David Damrosch - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

What Is World Literature? - David Damrosch - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

World literature was long defined in North America as an established canon of European masterpieces, but an emerging global perspective has challenged both this European focus and the very category of "the masterpiece." The first book to look broadly at the contemporary scope and purposes of world literature, What Is World Literature? probes the uses and abuses of world literature in a rapidly changing world.In case studies ranging from the Sumerians to the Aztecs and from medieval mysticism to postmodern metafiction, David Damrosch looks at the ways works change as they move from national to global contexts. Presenting world literature not as a canon of texts but as a mode of circulation and of reading, Damrosch argues that world literature is work that gains in translation. When it is effectively presented, a work of world literature moves into an elliptical space created between the source and receiving cultures, shaped by both but circumscribed by neither alone. Established classics and new discoveries alike participate in this mode of circulation, but they can be seriously mishandled in the process. From the rediscovered Epic of Gilgamesh in the nineteenth century to Rigoberta Menchú''s writing today, foreign works have often been distorted by the immediate needs of their own editors and translators.Eloquently written, argued largely by example, and replete with insightful close readings, this book is both an essay in definition and a series of cautionary tales.

DKK 389.00
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British and Irish Wild Flowers and Plants - Robert Still - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

British and Irish Wild Flowers and Plants - Robert Still - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A highly illustrated and portable identification guide to the most common wild flowers and other plantsThis innovative photographic guide covers the most common wild flowers and other plants found in Britain and Ireland, as defined by the very latest distribution maps. It is designed so that anyone faced with an unfamiliar wild plant can confidently put a name to the species or recognise that it is a less common plant needing further investigation. The identification process is based on standard botanical features that are straightforwardly described, clearly illustrated and supported by a simple visual key to families. This book can be your springboard into the wider world of botanical identification, wherever you are, and of plants both common and rare. Covers the plants most likely to be seen, including those in coastal areasIncludes more than 3,800 colour photographs, with macro images of key features when neededFeatures a friendly, easy-to-use design and text written in plain English, with essential botanical terms described and illustrated

DKK 150.00
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Seeds of Amazonian Plants - John Janovec - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Seeds of Amazonian Plants - John Janovec - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Seeds of Amazonian Plants is the first field guide to treat the extraordinary diversity of seeds and diaspores of plants commonly encountered in the Amazon and other lowland moist forests of the American tropics. This stunningly illustrated guide features an easy-to-use whole-plant approach to seed identification that provides detailed descriptions not only of the seeds but also of the habit, trunk, bark, leaves, infructescence, and fruit of Amazonian plants, as well as information about the known uses and distribution of each genus. Presenting these descriptions together with 750 full-color photos and a unique identification key, this premier field guide enables users to identify seeds of 544 genera and 131 families of plants. - - The most comprehensive field guide to Amazonian seeds - - Features 750 full-color photos that make identification easy - - Covers 544 genera and 131 families of Amazonian plants - - Describes seeds, habit, trunk, bark, leaves, infructescence, and fruit - - Includes unique seed identification key - - Compact, portable, and beautifully illustrated--the ideal field guide

DKK 309.00
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On Stalin's Team - Sheila Fitzpatrick - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

On Stalin's Team - Sheila Fitzpatrick - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Stalin was the unchallenged dictator of the Soviet Union for so long that most historians have dismissed the officials surrounding him as mere yes-men and political window dressing. On Stalin's Team overturns this view, revealing that behind Stalin was a group of loyal men who formed a remarkably effective team with him from the late 1920s until his death in 1953. Drawing on extensive original research, Sheila Fitzpatrick provides the first in-depth account of this inner circle and their families. She vividly describes how these dedicated comrades-in-arms not only worked closely with Stalin, but also constituted his social circle. Stalin's team included the wily security chief Beria; Andreev, who traveled to provincial purges while listening to Beethoven on a portable gramophone; and Khrushchev, who finally disbanded the team four years after Stalin's death. Taking readers from the cataclysms of the Great Purges and World War II to the paranoia of Stalin's final years, On Stalin's Team paints an entirely new picture of Stalin within his milieu--one that transforms our understanding of how the Soviet Union was ruled during much of its existence.

DKK 209.00
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Treepedia - Joan Maloof - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Treepedia - Joan Maloof - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A captivating A–Z treasury for the tree hugger in all of usTreepedia is an entertaining and fact-filled illustrated compendium of tree lore. Featuring nearly 100 entries—on topics ranging from tree ecology and conservation to the role of trees in religion, literature, art, and movies—this enticing collection is a celebration of all things arboreal. In this charming book, Joan Maloof explains the difference between a cedar and a cypress, and reveals where to find the most remarkable trees on the planet. She tells the story behind the venerable Bodhi Tree, and describes peculiar species like baobabs and Fitzroya. Maloof profiles legendary conservationists such as Julia "Butterfly" Hill, John Muir, Wangari Maathai, and Ken Wu. She discusses reforestation, proforestation, emerald ash borers, the ents from The Lord of the Rings, culturally modified trees, the ill-fated and controversial Redwood Summer, and much more. The book's portable size makes it the perfect travel companion no matter where your love of the forest may lead you. With enchanting illustrations by Maren Westfall, Treepedia is a fun and informative book that is guaranteed to inspire anyone who has ever enjoyed a walk in the woods. Features a cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped designUses 100 percent recycled, uncoated, wood-free paper

DKK 148.00
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Common Bees of Eastern North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Common Bees of Eastern North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

The only portable full-color photographic guide to the most commonly seen bees east of the Mississippi River Bees play a vitally important role in the pollination of native plants and agricultural crops around the globe. Common Bees of Eastern North America is the first species-level photographic field guide to the most commonly seen bees in the eastern United States and Canada. Identifying bees to species is challenging even for taxonomists. This book walks you through the process of bee identification using breathtaking high-resolution color photos that highlight the unique characteristics of each species, making identification easier. Full of essential facts about the natural history of these magnificent creatures, this is the must-have field guide for naturalists and backyard gardeners alike. - Covers 125 of the most commonly seen species in the eastern United States and Canada - Features 500 stunning close-up photos in full color - Shows multiple images for each species, with arrows highlighting key identifying marks - Provides silhouette images depicting the actual size of each species - Describes key identification features, size, phenology, floral preference, nesting, and related species - Includes a range map for every species - Contains a taxonomic key to the bee genera of the eastern United States and Canada

DKK 228.00
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Common Bees of Eastern North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Common Bees of Eastern North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

The only portable full-color photographic guide to the most commonly seen bees east of the Mississippi River Bees play a vitally important role in the pollination of native plants and agricultural crops around the globe. Common Bees of Eastern North America is the first species-level photographic field guide to the most commonly seen bees in the eastern United States and Canada. Identifying bees to species is challenging even for taxonomists. This book walks you through the process of bee identification using breathtaking high-resolution color photos that highlight the unique characteristics of each species, making identification easier. Full of essential facts about the natural history of these magnificent creatures, this is the must-have field guide for naturalists and backyard gardeners alike. - Covers 125 of the most commonly seen species in the eastern United States and Canada - Features 500 stunning close-up photos in full color - Shows multiple images for each species, with arrows highlighting key identifying marks - Provides silhouette images depicting the actual size of each species - Describes key identification features, size, phenology, floral preference, nesting, and related species - Includes a range map for every species - Contains a taxonomic key to the bee genera of the eastern United States and Canada

DKK 709.00
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Insectpedia - Eric R. Eaton - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Insectpedia - Eric R. Eaton - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A fun and fact-filled A–Z treasury for the insect lover in all of usInsectpedia introduces you to the wonders of the insect world while inviting you to make discoveries of your own. Featuring dozens of entries on topics ranging from murder hornets and the “insect apocalypse” to pioneering entomologists such as Margaret James Strickland Collins and Douglas Tallamy, this beautifully illustrated, pocket-friendly encyclopedia dispels many common myths about insects while offering new perspectives on the vital relationships we share with these incredible creatures. This entertaining collection celebrates the long and storied history of entomology, highlights our dependence on insects for food and ecosystem services, and explains the meaning behind various entomological terms. With Eric Eaton as your guide, you will circle the globe in search of African Toktokkies and Australian beer bottle beetles, and witness the peculiar spectacle of cricket fighting in Asia. Profiles of influential figures in entomology provide insights into the curious minds that animate this extraordinarily broad field of scientific inquiry, while the book’s portable size makes it the perfect travel companion no matter where your own entomological adventures may lead you. With captivating illustrations by Amy Jean Porter, Insectpedia is an engaging blend of insect facts and folklore that will inspire anyone who delights in the marvels of nature. Features a cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped design

DKK 148.00
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Birds of Kruger National Park - Keith Barnes - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Birds of Kruger National Park - Keith Barnes - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

South Africa''s Kruger National Park is one of the largest and most iconic conservation areas in Africa. Habitats range from wide-open savannah and rugged thornveld to broadleaved mopani woodland. This microhabitat variation gives Kruger a phenomenal diversity of some 520 bird species, half of which are resident. From Africa''s most extraordinary eagles, like the scarlet-faced Bateleur, to electric-colored glossy-starlings and jewel-like finches, Kruger offers an avian celebration of form and color. It is also a crucial conservation area, supporting South Africa''s largest viable populations of vultures, eagles, and large terrestrial birds.This field guide offers a unique window into the world of Kruger''s birds. More than 500 stunning color photographs illustrate the 259 most frequently encountered species, and a habitat-based approach assists in identification. The authoritative text provides key information about identification, habitat, behavior, biology, and conservation. The guide contains information likely to be new to even the most experienced birders, but is written in a nontechnical style that makes it accessible to anyone. - An essential guide to Kruger''s birds - Perfect for new and experienced birders alike - Small, portable format ideal for field use - Unique attractive layout with more than 500 stunning color photographs - Covers the 259 most frequently seen species - Uses a habitat-based approach to aid identification - Authoritative and accessible text provides key information about identification, behavior, biology, and conservation Distributed by Princeton University Press

DKK 256.00
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Common Bees of Western North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Common Bees of Western North America - Joseph S. Wilson - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A portable, full-color photographic guide to the most commonly seen bees in the western United States and Canada Bees play a vitally important role in the pollination of native plants and agricultural crops around the globe. These stunningly beautiful insects come in a wide range of sizes, shapes, and colors. There are more than 3,000 species in western North America, and identifying them is a challenging task even for taxonomists. Common Bees of Western North America is the first species-level photographic field guide to the most commonly seen bees in the western United States and Canada, focusing on those that are found in urban environments, specialize on unique plants, or are especially distinctive in appearance. This book walks you through the process of bee identification using breathtaking high-resolution color photos that highlight the key characteristics of each species, making identification easier. Full of essential facts about the natural history of these magnificent creatures, this is a must-have field guide for naturalists and backyard gardeners alike. - Covers more than 200 species - Features more than 1,100 stunning close-up color photos - Shows multiple images of each species, with arrows indicating key features - Includes a range map for every species - Provides silhouette images depicting the actual size of each species - Describes key identification features, size, phenology, floral preference, nesting, and related species - Contains a taxonomic key to the bee genera of the region

DKK 293.00
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Field Guide to North American Flycatchers - Cin Ty Lee - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Field Guide to North American Flycatchers - Cin Ty Lee - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A richly illustrated, portable field guide to flycatcher identification The identification of Empidonax flycatchers and pewees can be a daunting challenge for even the most seasoned birder. Field Guide to North American Flycatchers takes bird identification to an entirely new level by training readers to observe subtle differences in structure, color patterns, and vocalizations before delving into the finer details of a particular species. Because the plumages of flycatchers are so similar, this one-of-a-kind guide uses illustrations that highlight slight variances among species that photos often miss. One of the last frontiers of bird identification is now accessible to everyone—once one knows what to look for. - Uses a holistic approach that makes flycatcher identification possible even for beginners - Features a wealth of beautiful illustrations that depict every species in North America - Shows how to observe subtle differences in structure, plumage contrasts, and vocalizations, which together create a distinctive overall impression of the bird - Includes detailed audio spectrograms and seasonal distribution maps for each species - Shares invaluable tips for successful identification in all kinds of field settings - Its compact size and field-friendly layout make it the ideal travel companion for any birder Combined with the second volume in the Field Guide to North American Flycatchers series, which focuses on kingbirds and Myiarchus flycatchers, these companion guides are the most comprehensive and accessible treatments of flycatcher identification to date.

DKK 188.00
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Field Guide to North American Flycatchers - Cin Ty Lee - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Field Guide to North American Flycatchers - Cin Ty Lee - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

A richly illustrated, portable guide to two of the most challenging groups of flycatchers to identify in the field The identification of flycatchers can be a daunting challenge for even the most seasoned birder. The Field Guide to North American Flycatchers series takes bird identification to an entirely new level by training readers to observe subtle differences in structure, color patterns, and vocalizations before delving into the finer details of a particular species.Because the plumages of flycatchers are so similar, this innovative guide uses illustrations that highlight slight variations among species that photos often miss. One of the last frontiers of bird identification is now accessible to everyone—once one knows what to look for. - Uses a holistic approach that makes flycatcher identification possible even for beginners - Features a wealth of beautiful illustrations that depict every species in North America - Shows how to observe subtle differences in structure, plumage contrasts, and vocalizations, which together create a distinctive overall impression of the bird - Includes detailed audio spectrograms and seasonal distribution maps for each species - Shares invaluable tips for successful identification in all kinds of field settings - Compact and field-friendly—the ideal travel companion for any birder This guide is dedicated to kingbirds and Myiarchus flycatchers. Combined with the first volume in this identification series, which focuses on Empidonax flycatchers and pewees, these companion guides are the most comprehensive and accessible treatments of flycatcher identification to date.

DKK 188.00
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Tales Things Tell - Finbarr Barry Flood - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

Tales Things Tell - Finbarr Barry Flood - Bog - Princeton University Press - Plusbog.dk

New perspectives on early globalisms from objects and imagesTales Things Tell offers new perspectives on histories of connectivity between Africa, Asia, and Europe in the period before the Mongol conquests of the thirteenth century. Reflected in objects and materials whose circulation and reception defined aesthetic, economic, and technological networks that existed outside established political and sectarian boundaries, many of these histories are not documented in the written sources on which historians usually rely. Tales Things Tell charts bold new directions in art history, making a compelling case for the archival value of mobile artifacts and images in reconstructing the past. In this beautifully illustrated book, Finbarr Barry Flood and Beate Fricke present six illuminating case studies from the sixth to the thirteenth centuries to show how portable objects mediated the mobility of concepts, iconographies, and techniques. The case studies range from metalwork to stone reliefs, manuscript paintings, and objects using natural materials such as coconut and rock crystal. Whether as booty, commodities, gifts, or souvenirs, many of the objects discussed in Tales Things Tell functioned as sources of aesthetic, iconographic, or technical knowledge in the lands in which they came to rest. Remapping the histories of exchange between medieval Islam and Christendom, from Europe to the Indian Ocean, Tales Things Tell ventures beyond standard narratives drawn from written archival records to demonstrate the value of objects and images as documents of early globalisms.

DKK 405.00
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