Amphibians & Reptiles in 3-D

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See the colorful, comical, and creepy characters of the reptile and amphibian kingdom as you've never seen them before. The emperor newt, boa constrictor, prairie king snake, panther chameleon, poison dart frog, and many others come to life in eye-popping stereoscopic detail and dazzling color in this foolproof 3-D viewing experience. Complete with lenses conveniently bound into the front cover at precisely the right viewing distance, Amphibians & Reptiles in 3-D lets viewers safely observe these intriguing creatures as they crawl, hop, and slither right off the page. With informative captions and a fun glossary of terms, this collection of extraordinary photographs will amaze and delight nature lovers of all ages.

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Another winner by Mark Blum.......2003-03-07

It would be difficult to assemble a finer 3-D book. Everything works. Until you see this book, you have not seen a frog, a snake or a gecko. The detail in the eyes, feet and tongues are amaizing. This book really puts things in perspective. For children AND adults.

Amphibians & reptiles in 3-D.......2002-11-16

Fabulous book with stereo 3-D photos!

I highly recommended this book for school children and adults alike.

I was introduced to one of Blum's books by a friend and liked it so much that I sought out and bought all of his 3D books. I find the price so reasonable that I've since bought more to give as gifts.

I enjoy looking at the 3-D photos as much as my seven year old son so I already know several adults as well as children who will be getting this book as a gift.

The technical quality of the photos and printing of the books is very good. A magnifying, stereo viewer is built into a unique bi-fold cover of the book A little research showed that this idea is well over a hundred years old (like stereo photography) but I still find it very innovative because it is so rare and unusual.

The photographer has an inspired eye and top technical skill. The close-up photography is wild. I wonder how he got those frogs to hold still like that. Some of them are beautifully colored too.

The writing accompanying each image adds to the photos with just the right amount of scientific and general information to serve both young and old reader. I like this book very much and I hope you find this review helpful. I recommend looking for the other 3-D books by Blum. They are all great!

GREAT FUN for ALL Ages!!.......2001-11-09

Well, I am running out of superlatives for Mark Blum's work! I just have to repeat myself - AMPHIBIANS AND REPTILES IN 3-D is simply FABULOUS!! One of the MANY wonderful aspects of this book is how it takes you right INTO the world of these creatures. YOU get shrunk down to the size of a tree frog to meet one! AMAZING!

The content quality is excellent!
The production quality is excellent!
The overall experience is excellent!
And all for this price!?!? How DO they do it?

Can't I give it 10 stars? 20?
BUY IT!

Not just for Kids!.......2001-09-07

The publisher has unfortunately tried to market these fabulous works as childrens books (not that they aren't wonderful for kids as well), but these photos are truely amazing both in the quality of the photography, but also in the presentation. They are printed on very high quality coated paper with a STURDY set of lenses built right into the hard cover, which allows you to view them in all their splendor without any additional equipment.

These are not red/blue lenses! The images are presented in true color stereo pairs and when viewed, merge into a single, dynamic 3D image - WOW! I can't say enough about the overall quality of viewing for ADULTS as well as children.

The price is another thing that confuses me. I don't know why these are so inexpensive? I urge anyone who loves nature to buy all of the books in this series!

So, good. Don't miss it........1999-12-30

All I can say is that you will be amazed at this book, and I have spent the last week since I got it doing nothing but using it.

Jake and the Snake (Get Ready, Get Set, Read!/Set 3)

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Jake and the Snake (Get Ready, Get Set, Read!/Set 3)
Gina Erickson M.A. , and Kelli C. Foster Ph.D.
Manufacturer: Barron's Educational Series
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0812017323

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This reader teaches the long-a, with words that include snake, fake, lake, and pancake.

Eye to Eye Snakes and Lizards: Snakes and Lizards (3-D Focus on Nature)

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Eye to Eye Snakes and Lizards: Snakes and Lizards (3-D Focus on Nature)
Unauthored
Manufacturer: Dutton Juvenile
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Binding: Hardcover

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All About Iguanas
Outdated Information Dangerous for Iguanas
it was so good I could not put it down

All About Iguanas
Mervin F. Roberts , and Martha D. Roberts
Manufacturer: TFH Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0866227474

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All About Iguanas.......2005-03-21

From the back cover:
"Iguanas are amoung the most popular of all reptiles, and with good reason. Fascinating in both looks and behavior, they are highly interesting to keep and observe. This excellent text provides a useful guide to the selection and care of iguanas of all types and is especially useful for it's fine portrayal of different species in both full color and black and white photos."

Outdated Information Dangerous for Iguanas.......2000-04-24

This book suggests two things that condemn it as being an unreliable source. It suggests that hatchling iguanas eat insects as a part of their diet. This has been shown not to be true. Iguanas eat only vegetable matter their whole lives and diets with high animal protein can kill them by age 6 (the process is slow and unnoticeable). The second suggestion that iguanas need to ingest gravel to aid digestion will be much more quickly fatal to an iguana. Iguanas are not birds and do not have any requirement for gravel. This book was published in 1976 and the information has been since proven harmful.

it was so good I could not put it down.......1999-02-14

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Dr. Skincrawls (Screamin 3-D)
Chris Angelilli
Manufacturer: Golden Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Way cool!

3-D Outrageous Reptiles
Ian Boyd
Manufacturer: Troll Communications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0816741425

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Way cool!.......2000-04-30

"Outrageous 3-D Reptiles" is a "very cool book" in the opinion of my 5-year old. Including a pair of 3-D "glasses", this book has 3-dimensional pictures of reptiles ranging from chameleons to crocodiles. Each photo is accompanied by a breif description of the animal, including what it eats and where it lives. A great book for children, especially those interested in reptiles.

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Alligators & Crocodiles
Erik D Stoops , and Debbie Lynne Stone
Manufacturer: Sterling
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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"The pages are studded with full-color photographs...."--School Library Journal. "The most familiar members of the crocodilian family, but...also...information about caimans and gharials....The chapters consist of question-and-answer sequences and are illustrated with clear, full-color photographs. The authors attend to both animal behavior and anatomy, and there's some discussion of conservation issues as well as an assortment of interesting tidbits."--Booklist.

Catch Me If You Can (Creatures All Around Us)

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Catch Me If You Can (Creatures All Around Us)
D. M. Souza
Manufacturer: Carolrhoda Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0876147139

Frog: My First Wildlife Book/Includes 3-D from (Life Cycles)

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Frog: My First Wildlife Book/Includes 3-D from (Life Cycles)
Keith Faulkner
Manufacturer: Harperfestival
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0694004642

Frogs, Frogs Everywhere (Creatures All Around Us)

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Frogs, Frogs Everywhere (Creatures All Around Us)
D. M. Souza
Manufacturer: Carolrhoda Books
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0876148259

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Provides a thorough understanding of the key features and properties of the genetic exchange systems that occur in prokaryotic cells and explains how genes in these systems are expressed and regulated. It also provides a range of techniques used in
microbial genetics. Particular emphasis is placed on gene structure and the regulation of prokaryotic genes. The role of bacteriophages as mediators of genetic exchange is also discussed.

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Insight Guides, the world's largest visual travel guide series, in association with Discovery Channel, the world's premier source of nonfiction entertainment, provides more insight than ever. From the most popular resort cities to the most exotic villages, Insight Guides capture the unique character of each culture with an insider's perspective. Inside every Insight Guide you'll find: .Evocative, full-colour photography on every page .Cross-referenced, full-colour maps throughout .A brief introduction including a historical timeline .Lively, essays by local writers on the culture, history, and people .Expert evaluations on the sights really worth seeing .Special features spotlighting particular topics of interest .A comprehensive Travel Tips section with listings of the best restaurants, hotels, and attractions, as well as practical information on getting around and advice for travel with children

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A feast for the eye and spirit!.......2004-01-11

As a travel writer focusing on the New England States, I am always on the look out for informative and well-written guides concerning these interesting states.
A well- researched book can provide an excellent window into a particular geographical area's history, culture, attractions, and its people.
Not surprisingly, Insight Guides New England guidebook effectively synthesizes an understanding of the culture, history, institutions and people of this rich region.

A look at what the book offers will assure you that you will not be disappointed with its contents.
Commencing with the chapter entitled America's Attic, the guide book exposes how the traditions of Old England were blended with the New World's values creating six distinctive states, each with its own character.

Drawing upon the vast knowledge of the book's contributors, these six states, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine, are more fully explored providing the reader with a better sense of place and understanding of their distinctness.
In addition, there is an entire chapter devoted uniquely to Boston, its history, diverse neighborhoods, attractions, and daytrips you can enjoy if your home base is here.

Fascinating tidbits pertaining to such "must see" attractions as Newport Rhode Island's "Gilded Age" Mansions, Old Sturbridge Village, Hancock Shaker Village, Harvard University, Mystic Seaport, Quincy Market, Tanglewood, Yale University, and Gillette Castle, are scattered throughout the book.

In addition, the book contains useful tips that will enhance your visits to New England. Did you know that North Conway's outlet shops are especially attractive because New Hampshire has not sales tax? However, you are also cautioned that this commercial strip is prone to bottlenecks. From my personal experience, this is advice well taken.
If you are visiting the White Mountain region you might want to take a boat trip on Squam Lake, the setting for the movie On Golden Pond.

The back flap of the book contains an index pointing out the page numbers that will immediately provide information about getting acquainted, planning the trip, practical tips, getting around, where to stay, and activities.
The front flap of the book indexes the main cities, popular attractions, heritage sites museums, alluring islands, waterside venues, and the principal maps.

Best of all are the well-selected photographs of places and people enliven every page.
These photos are a visual delight- stunning, superb, clear and sharp of the highest quality depicting scenes of amazing color and beauty.
Just look at the image of the quintessential fall when you first open the book-a scene that would be worthy to a shortlist of the Audubon Society calendar.

As in all of the Inquest Guides, the main places of interest in the Places section are coordinated by number with a full-color map and a symbol at the top of every right-hand page telling the reader where to find the map.

Beyond doubt, this guide- book will prove to be a feast for eye and spirit for those interested in traveling to the New England States.

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Good way to see Boston.......2004-06-16

I found the suggested routes and hotel/gallery/hotel listings espacially useful. This is the only guide I used for my vist to Boston, and it worked well for me.

Really useful.......2004-06-09

This is a great compact guide, which is easy to tote around and refer to. The travel tips section suggested a great variety of galleries and restaurants, and was helpful in planning how to get around the city (my first time in Boston). I used Insight Guide: Boston to plan my trip, and then carried the compact guide around in my purse when touring the city. Both the Insight Guide and the Insight Compact Guide to Boston were great fo rme, and I would recommed either or both to anyone planning a trip to (the really nice) city of Boston.

Insight Guide England (Insight Guides England)

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Insight Guide England (Insight Guides England)

Manufacturer: Insight Guides
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Oxford Insight Guide (Insight Guides)

Manufacturer: APA Publications Pte Ltd,Singapore
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Insight Fleximap Boston (Insight Fleximaps)

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Insight Fleximap Boston (Insight Fleximaps)
Insight Guides
Manufacturer: Insight Guides
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Map

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ASIN: 9812583629

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Boston Insight FlexiMap features detailed city, street and road maps clearly marked with all the sites and services of particular interest to travelers. Text and photographs offer a wealth of valuable tourist information including "10 sights you shouldn't miss", plus information on transportation, visas, currency, important telephone numbers, emergency services, and more.

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Very pretty, but occasionally wrong and incomplete
Oxford for any traveller

Insight Guides Oxford (Insight Guides)
Insight Guides
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Very pretty, but occasionally wrong and incomplete.......2005-01-19

This book is certainly heavy on the eye-candy - it has lots of great pictures (though perhaps dated... very late-80's hair styles) and nice listings describing the colleges and whatnot. If you're looking for something that gives a feel for the look of the place (or at least the look on nice early-summer days when all the students are wearing their gowns), this is a lovely place to look.

Unfortunately, glaring factual errors and odd 'stereotypes' really detracted from the quality of this guide. Included is a brief summary of the Oxford colleges. Unfortunately, many are left out (seemingly at random - the maps also leave out several important sites while including other entirely mundane ones) and the descriptions of others are factually quite incorrect (and sometimes contradictory - All Souls is described as being the only graduate college [it is not a graduate college], then Nuffield is also described as being a graduate college [it is]). There are also odd little tidbits of information that seem to represent a story of the colleges frozen sometime in the past (and not a nifty 1920's past - presumably the late 1980's or early '90's when the first edition was published) - 'excellent darts team?' ok, so they may have once, but that's rather useless information today. My own college's description, though quite pleasant, is not a very good representation of the place today. Some of the college descriptions are also really just mean, representing some undefined antipathy on the part of the author (did someone from that college steal his girlfriend or something?).

Overall, it's a very pretty publication that certainly had a very good team of photographers and graphic designers, but as it's not so strong on the facts and could do with some updates - Oxford isn't as unchanging as it may seem.

Oxford for any traveller.......2001-06-26

This guide is the kind of tour book I love; richly descriptive, and it doesn't hold back on the details. It is filled with pictures and historical exerpts as well as great pub guides and college information. Having spent some time in Oxford I can honestly say that the book was true to the feel of the old town, and was a clear and vivid portrait of the sights and sounds of one of my favorite places in the world!! The practical information in the back caters to the tourist; the college guide caters to future students, the nearly 100-page section at the beginning is perfect for the ameteur historian with it's pages on the monarchy of old and the origins of each custom, building, and college. The founding of the colleges, events, and other features are detailed, and interests of every kind can be researched in this compact text. Maps abound throughout and illustrate different aspects of the college for a walker, driver, or bicyclist with great clarity. I was amazed to realise that I had read the entire book in one sitting. I may never go back to the travel books full of text, because they don't excite the reader for his/her trip, they are hard to get through, and they are downright dull to read.

Insight Compact Guide Bath & Surroundings

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Insight Compact Guide Bath & Surroundings
Dorothy Stannard
Manufacturer: Langenscheidt Publishers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0887299873

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Compact Guide Bath and Surroundings This 80-page book includes a chapter detailing Bath's history and culture, 10 tours and excursions taking in sights ranging from its Roman city centre to ancient Stonehenge, leisure-time suggestions, and a comprehensive information section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. Plus around 150 quality photographs and 5 maps.

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Insight City Guide Boston

Manufacturer: Insight Guides
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ASIN: 9812585087

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Compact Guide Boston includes a chapter detailing Boston's history and culture, 6 tours and 4 excursions taking in sights ranging from the 8-mile Freedom Trail to richly historical Salem, leisure-time suggestions, and a comprehensive information section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. Plus detailed maps and many high quality photographs.

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Insight Compact Guide Cape Cod
Carlotta Junger
Manufacturer: Langenscheidt Publishers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0887295045

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One of over 400 titles in the Insight series,

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Whether you're looking for a history of one of the city's world-class museums or for a fascinating story about Boston's popular North End, Susan Wilson covers it all in Boston Sites and Insights. Divided into six sections that reflect the diversity of people, activities, and landmarks within the city, this fascinating book leaves no stone unturned. With practical, up-to-date information in an "Essentials" section at the end of each chapter as well as fresh retellings of popular legends and lore, Wilson provides everything the modern visitor or current resident needs to know to enjoy the multicultural city of Boston, Massachusetts.

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short and sweet, not boring.......2007-01-10

I got this book because I need it for a class, but I actually started reading it before the class started. It's a great book to give you the basic info about a lot of popular and historic places in Boston. Each site has about 4 pages of info, including websites, phone numbers, and other tourist info. I wish I had known about this before my senior year of college in Boston.

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Cute and Fun!.......2000-06-23

This is a cute little coloring book for youngsters who have Native American blood! It teaches them information about the Dakota Indians as well as creating a fun way to learn. Since coloring is a childhood favorite, this is a great way to get some information across to youngsters.

Cute and Fun!.......2000-06-23

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Northern Plains Indian coloring book
Charlene Peterson
Manufacturer: Varia Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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