Les Epoques de la nature
de Buffon (Ed. Paléo Editions) Isbn : 2913944108
45.00 € / 295.18 FF
“ Mais comme il s'agit ici de percer la nuit des temps ; de reconnaître par l'inspection des choses actuelles l'ancienne existence des choses anéanties, & de remonter par la seule force des faits subsistans à la vérité historique des faits ensévelis ; comme il s'agit en un mot de juger, non seulement le passé moderne, mais le passé le plus ancien, par le seul présent, & que pour nous élever jusqu'à ce point de vue, nous avons besoin de...

Les oiseaux du Proche et Moyen-Orient
de Hue, Etchecopar (Ed. Editions Boubée) Isbn : 2850041076
24.00 € / 157.43 FF
“ Ce que peut la vertu d'un homme ne se doit pas mesurer par ses efforts mais par son ordinaire. “ Il faut donc s'interroger, d'une part sur le sens des mots vertu ou ordinaire et, de l'autre, sur le choix du style à adopter dans un essai autobiographique. Beaucoup plus modestement, au terme d'une longue vie, Un homme ordinaire, que les hasards de l'histoire contemporaine (l'histoire avec un h minuscule) ont amené à vivre, et à suivre au jour le jour, les mouvements de décolonisation et leurs effets ; un homme qui a vécu les événements, sans prétendre influer sur leur déroulement, est pris du désir de conter son existence. Celle-ci, en effet, s'est écoulée pendant l'une des périodes de l'histoire des hommes et des institutions qui, dans sa brièveté, fut l'une des plus mouvementées qu'ait c...

Raptors of the Pacific Northwest
de Tom, PH.D. Bosakowski, Dwight G. Smith, Thomas Bos (Ed. Frank Amato Publications) Isbn : 1571882367
13.46 € / 88.29 FF
Written by two raptor biologists, this book discusses 35 species of these majestic birds. Informative text, maps, and spectacular photography make this book a must for all homes in the Pacific Northwest including British Columbia. Over the centuries, raptors have become both symbolic and metaphor for beauty, courage, swiftness, and above all, ferocity. In the U.S., raptors have been displayed as an emblem of strength, freedom, and power.«Raptors of the Northwest»features the following information on 35 species found throughout the Pacific Northwest range ; life history ; behavior ; conservation status ; habitat requirements ; nesting ; eggs and young ; hunting behavior and diet ; territory and density ; survey methods ; conservation and management. 145 crisp photographs capture the beauty ...

Avian Biology
de Donald S. Farner (Ed. Academic Pr) Isbn : 0122494075
145.08 € / 951.66 FF
Written by international experts from many disciplines, this multi-volume treatise is a comprehensive survey of the established data and principles of avian biology. The volumes thoroughly review knowledge of the 8600 living species of birds-knowledge resulting from advances in instrumentation and technology and improved transportation facilities that permit more detailed, far-ranging field studies than ever before. The emphasis is on the significance of avian biological research to such areas...

A Field Guide to Bird Photography
de Steve Young (Ed. Guild of Master Craftsman Publications) Isbn : 1861082525
17.38 € / 114.01 FF
Written by a top bird photographer, this must-have field guide is illustrated by the author's spectacular work and features everything you need to know to photograph birds successfully and artistically. Begin with a look at the best cameras, lenses, accessories, and film for trouble-free picture taking in the field. Next, find out how to select the correct exposure and meter for a variety of weather and lighting conditions ; there's plenty of technical advice on shutter speeds, depth of field, and when to use manual or autofocus. Tips are included for taking photographs in every season, and beginners will appreciate suggestions for taking their first great pictures. A handy bird photography notebook offers a place to keep track of crucial information in the field.

Bird Life of Woodland and Forest
de Robert J. Fuller (Ed. Cambridge University Press) Isbn : 0521331188
50.61 € / 331.98 FF
Woodlands offer birds an extremely wide range of habitats. In this book, the variation in bird life in woodlands and the factors that influence bird numbers and distributions are examined. What birds are found in which habitats, what effect forestry and woodland management have and how we can enhance bird populations by habitat management are all issues to be examined. The gamut of British woodland is covered from ancient coppice and wood-pasture in the lowlands to recently-planted conifer forests in the uplands, and comparisons are drawn with mainland Europe and North America. The book discusses the effects of factors such as increased deer numbers, air pollution, and new wood creation on lowland farms, which are changing the face of our woodlands today. This book is a must for all those ...

Bird Life of Woodland and Forest
de Robert J. Fuller (Ed. Cambridge University Press) Isbn : 0521543479
33.74 € / 221.32 FF
Woodlands offer birds an extremely wide range of habitats. In this book, the variation in bird life in woodlands and the factors that influence bird numbers and distributions are examined. What birds are found in which habitats, what effect forestry and woodland management have and how we can enhance bird populations by habitat management are all issues to be examined. The gamut of British woodland is covered from ancient coppice and wood-pasture in the lowlands to recently-planted conifer forests in the uplands, and comparisons are drawn with mainland Europe and North America. The book discusses the effects of factors such as increased deer numbers, air pollution, and new wood creation on lowland farms, which are changing the face of our woodlands today. This book is a must for all those ...

Lion Tamarins: Biology and Conservation
de Devra G. Kleiman (Ed. Smithsonian Books) Isbn : 1588340724
30.36 € / 199.15 FF
Without the extraordinary efforts of the editors and authors of this book, three of the four lion tamarin species (golden, golden-headed, black-faced, and black) would most likely be extinct. The contributors' hard work set international standards and became the model for the preservation of other endangered species. There is, of course, still much to be done, and this comprehensive assessment of research findings and conservation efforts leads the way. The first section of the book covers the...

Backyard Bird Song
de Richard K. Walton, Robert W. Lawson (Ed. Houghton Mifflin (a)) Isbn : 0395712564
16.87 € / 110.66 FF
With this audio guide, you can learn to identify your favorite birds by their songs and calls alone. Backyard Bird Song includes 28 of the most common backyard birds, such as the American Robin, the Song Sparrow, and the Downy Woodpecker, arranged in groups with similar vocalizations.

Backyard Bird Song
de Richard K. Walton, Robert W. Lawson (Ed. Houghton Mifflin Company) Isbn : 0395975271
15.30 € / 100.36 FF
With this audio guide, you can learn to identify your favorite birds by their songs and calls alone. Backyard Bird Song includes 28 of the most common backyard birds, such as the American Robin, the Song Sparrow, and the Downy Woodpecker, arranged in groups with similar vocalizations.