Macmillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia

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Beautifully detailed illustrations.......2005-09-02

I've been enjoying this book for over ten years. Highly recommended for the naturalist in your life, especially the young ones. The illustrations are spectacular. The amphibian section is mindblowingly realistic and they are all works of art. It's a great reference book and an interesting addition to your coffee table. The main animal phyla are covered: mammals, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and fish. Subsequent orders are all found. I wish they'd make an encyclopedia that would cover lower forms--I bet that would be amazing! This is a useful guide for any traveler encountering new beasties.

This is the most valuable nature book in our library!.......1999-08-06

The illustrations in this book are fantastic! The artist's renderings of animals are colorful, refined and better than photographs. The book is divided into five sections, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fishes. Each page offers illustrations and a discription of the animal, it's habitat, and behaviour. If we see an animal and don't know what it is, the first thing we do is look in this book. A wonderful addition to any home library.

MacMillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia

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MacMillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
Philip Whitfield
Manufacturer: Macmillan co.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: B000GXB16S

The Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals: A Visual Who's Who of Prehistoric Life

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Very interesting reading
informative; makes an interesting coffee table book too :-)

The Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals: A Visual Who's Who of Prehistoric Life
Dougal Dixon , Barry Cox , R. J. G. Savage , and Brian Gardiner
Manufacturer: Macmillan General Reference
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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The Simon & Schuster Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures: A Visual Who's Who of Prehistoric Life
The Complete Guide to Prehistoric Life
Walking with Monsters - Life Before Dinosaurs

ASIN: 0020429819

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Very interesting reading.......2005-03-26

Tracing the history of vertebrates, this interesting book provides good information about animals and how they evolved. The illustrations are also very good and interesting. I've read parts of this book to my little daughter and she loves looking at the pictures and imagining living back in time when these animals roamed the earth.

Young earth creationists might want to avoid this book like the plague. The timelines are very heretical and all those intermediate species show a solid pattern of evolution of life on this planet.

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informative; makes an interesting coffee table book too :-).......1998-04-06

This informative and well-illustrated book would be a useful adition to any nature- or science-lover's personal library, or an interesting coffee table book

I've only seen and read the 1988 edition so I don't know how many changes have been made in the new edition, but I assume the format's still the same. Basically this is a very good non-technical introduction to prehistoric vertebrates (animals with backbones - fish, amphbians, reptiles, birds & mammals). Although there are some pages that provide the basic background - how fossils form, continental drift, etc - by the far the most interesting, and indeed the bulk, of the book is the coverage it gives to a large number of individual genera, each of which is illustrated by a color painting. It is the sheer number and diversity of creatures covered here, rather than simply a few dozen types of dinosaurs, that makes this book so interesting. I find the realism of the art work tends to vary - some drawings seem more realistic than others, but I suppose that's just personal taste. The art work is still of good quality thoughout though. The accompanying text is brief but clear and informative, and gives a basic introduction to that type of animal. The best thing about this book is that it's not just about dinosaurs (although these are covered in detail) but also deals with many other types of vertebrate creatures as well. My only real criticism is that despite the title - "animals" - no invertebrate animals were included, no trilobites, eurypterids, nautiloids etc. Still, you can only cover so much in the space available, and this book does a pretty good job.

Animals - Birds (A Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia, Volume 2)
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Animals - Birds (A Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia, Volume 2)

Manufacturer: Macmillan Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0028654188

Animals: A Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia (3 vol. set)(MacMillan Illustrated Encyclopedia)
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Animals: A Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia (3 vol. set)(MacMillan Illustrated Encyclopedia)
Philip, Ed. Whitefield
Manufacturer: INFORMATIO/REFERENCE GROUP
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Macmillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
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Macmillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
Philip (Ed) WHITFIELD
Manufacturer: see notes for publisher info
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: B000RJMBC4

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Macmillan Illustrated Animal Encyclopedia
Philip (Ed) WHITFIELD
Manufacturer: Publisher Unknown
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000WBKN2W

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Macmillan illustrated animal encyclopedia. American consultant: Edward S. Ayensu. Foreword by Gerald Durrell.
Philip, editor. WHITFIELD
Manufacturer: Macmillan
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: B000TOKB8I

MACMILLAN ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DINOSAURS AND PREHISTORIC ANIMALS.
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MACMILLAN ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DINOSAURS AND PREHISTORIC ANIMALS.
Prof. Barry and Prof. R.J.G. Savage, & others. Cox
Manufacturer: Guild
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: B000O75EO6

Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals: A Visual Who's Who of Prehistoric Life
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Macmillan Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals: A Visual Who's Who of Prehistoric Life
Dougal; Cox, Barry; Gardiner, Brian; Savage, R.J.G. Dixon
Manufacturer: Macmillan General Reference
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000WBS432

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Superb.......2007-01-05

Contained everything I needed to know for a one-week jaunt in Sin City. Where to stay, where to eat, where to gamble and what shows to see. Lonely Planet never disappoints!

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Part of the Coming Alive series, this book describes an important event in history, capturing the action in a fictional account based on the historical facts.

History Alive: The Ancient World - Interactive Notebook

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History Alive: The Ancient World - Interactive Notebook

Manufacturer: Teachers Curriculum Inst
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1583713700

Staying Alive in Ancient Rome: Life in Ancient Rome (Raintree Fusion: World History)

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Staying Alive in Ancient Rome: Life in Ancient Rome (Raintree Fusion: World History)
Brian Williams
Manufacturer: Raintree
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1410928977

The Finest Pharoah of All! (Coming Alive)

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The Finest Pharoah of All! (Coming Alive)
Stewart Ross
Manufacturer: Evans Brothers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0237519607

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Part of the Coming Alive series, this book describes an important event in history, capturing the action in a fictional account based on the historical facts.

History Alive: The Ancient World Lesson Guide 1 - Early Humans and the Rise of Civilization - Ancient Egypt and the Near East - Ancient India

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History Alive: The Ancient World Lesson Guide 1 - Early Humans and the Rise of Civilization - Ancient Egypt and the Near East - Ancient India
Bert, Etal. Bower
Manufacturer: Teacher's Curriculum Institute
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 1583713522

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Who knew you could do so much with brick, concrete, stone, and even asphalt? Forget the plain old, unadorned concrete slabs of the past! Todays landscape designers add curb appeal and value to homes using a wide pallet of colorful and textural products. This practical guidebook will help anyone looking for ways to improve the appearance of their home through hardscaping. These beautiful images will help you to: Choose a style that complements your home. Learn the technical terminology for hardscaping and speak your contractors language. Pick a plan that fits your budget and style. Create containers and border areas for dynamic gardens and landscaping displays.

A Grand Entrance: Scenes and Monologues for Mature Actors

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A Grand Entrance: Scenes and Monologues for Mature Actors

Manufacturer: Dramatic Pub.
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 087129933X

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Provides a closeup color portrait
A great gift book!
a grand book!

Grand Entrances
Terry Hamburg
Manufacturer: Studio
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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This is a bright, sprightly collage, in text and images, of San Francisco's storefronts and their entrancing come-hither look that promises the fulfillment of shoppers' dreams. From leather boutiques to vinyl meccas to auto-body shops, drama, color, and creativity run wild--demonstrating that "as a proscenium sets the stage for the play, the storefront sets the stage for the sale."

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Provides a closeup color portrait.......2001-02-15

Terry Hamburg'sGrand Entrances is an informative and compelling survey of attractive, artistic retail storefronts in San Francisco provides a closeup color portrait of some of the city's most colorful creations. Over eight color illustrations and photos capture everything from signage to murals and exceptional presentations. Art and architecture schools with sections on commercial art will find this a 'must'.

A great gift book!.......2000-10-03

This book has heart and soul. The imagination and humor these storeowners and artists display is amazing! I especially appreciated the captions which tell the story of each storefront. The details are unexpected and funny. I also liked the Introduction which gives a great history of how San Francisco came to have so many "grand entrances." I know which book I will be giving to friends and family this holiday season!

a grand book!.......2000-08-05

Grand Entrances opens the door to the whimsy that is in the heart of San Francisco. The superb photographs capture the spirit of the artists, the shopkeepers who proudly display the creations, and the climate of the people who live in the area. This book rather reminded me of the children's book about the man who painted his house purple in a neighborhood where all the houses looked alike. However, in this case, everyone painted his or her storefront with wild imagination. Indeed, looking at the photos and reading the background about this era, I wondered if people at that time appreciated the beauty and creativity of the times. Personally, I savored the diversity of San Francisco. San Francisco encompasses all kinds of spirits, and this book captures that unique strength. Grand Entrances was fun!

Carlos Ponce: entra por la puerta ancha. (cantante y actor puertorriqueño)(TT: Carlos Ponce: makes a grand entrance) (TA: Puerto Rican actor and singer): An article from: Semana

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Carlos Ponce: entra por la puerta ancha. (cantante y actor puertorriqueño)(TT: Carlos Ponce: makes a grand entrance) (TA: Puerto Rican actor and singer): An article from: Semana
Olivia P. Tallet
Manufacturer: Spanish Publications, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from Semana, published by Spanish Publications, Inc. on June 11, 1998. The length of the article is 553 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Carlos Ponce: entra por la puerta ancha. (cantante y actor puertorriqueño)(TT: Carlos Ponce: makes a grand entrance) (TA: Puerto Rican actor and singer)
Author: Olivia P. Tallet
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 11, 1998
Publisher: Spanish Publications, Inc.
Volume: v5 Issue: n277 Page: p11(1)

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Grand Canyon East Tour
Bonnie Kline
Manufacturer: audible.com
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Download
ASIN: B0002P0GS4

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This Grand Canyon Audio CD Waypoint Tour is your personal tour guide unlocking the history, geology, and nature of the Grand Canyon South Rim's East Tour waypoints. A portion of the proceeds goes to support the Grand Canyon National Park through the Grand Canyon Association and the Grand Canyon National Park Foundation. Audio CD is 36 minutes in length. We hope you enjoy your Waypoint Tour and we look forward to your feedback. Please contact us and let us know your ideas for future Waypoint Tours as well.

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Grand Canyon Village and West Tour
Bonnie Kline
Manufacturer: audible.com
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Download
ASIN: B0002P0GRU

Grand Entrance Garden Gate: Woodworking Plan

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Grand Entrance Garden Gate: Woodworking Plan

Manufacturer: Meredith Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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ASIN: B0002OZF9K
Release Date: 2004-05-18

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Build an inviting approach to your backyard with this arbored garden gate. To provide you with a clear picture of what you'll receive when you purchase one of our shop-built downloadable plans, we've provided a brief summary of all the elements that this electronic plan includes:
1. Professional color photography of the finished product taken after we've finished building the project ourselves in the WOOD® magazine shop. You can even zoom in on the screen to see those little details.
2. For a clear idea of how our projects go together, we provide an exploded-view drawing with helpful details. All drawings are done professionally by our own staff off woodworkers/illustrators.
3. Large color photos and step-by-step instructions show exactly how we built the project in the WOOD® magazine shop. We build each project ourselves to work out any bugs before you ever get the plan.
4. Detail drawings and step-by-step illustrations provide necessary dimensions a nd machining processes you'll need to make the building process as straightforward as possible.
5. For error free construction, each plan includes a bill of materials; a cutting diagram; a detailed supplies listing; and, when necessary, a mail-order buying guide for hard-to-find hardware.
6. Parts-view drawings are used to dimension individual pieces to guarantee your building success.

Products make a 'grand entrance' at Olympic stadium.: An article from: Wood & Wood Products

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Products make a 'grand entrance' at Olympic stadium.: An article from: Wood & Wood Products

Manufacturer: Vance Publishing Corp.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00096JPKG
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Wood & Wood Products, published by Vance Publishing Corp. on March 1, 1996. The length of the article is 427 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Horizon CNC Products has been selected to provide 928 off-white doors for the Olympic stadium. The Olympic Stadium Committee has approved Horizon's proposal to use rigid thermofoil (RTF) instead of paint on a standard raised panel door with true square inside corners. The color desired by the committee required Horizon to have the RTF custom made. The stadium is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 1996.

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Title: Products make a 'grand entrance' at Olympic stadium.
Publication: Wood & Wood Products (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 1996
Publisher: Vance Publishing Corp.
Volume: v101 Issue: n3 Page: p60(1)

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UO makes a grand entrance.(Sports)(New plaza provides a modern-looking welcome to venerable Hayward Field): An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)

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UO makes a grand entrance.(Sports)(New plaza provides a modern-looking welcome to venerable Hayward Field): An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)

Manufacturer: The Register Guard
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000ALQ71K
Release Date: 2006-07-14

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This digital document is an article from The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), published by The Register Guard on May 5, 2005. The length of the article is 1317 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: UO makes a grand entrance.(Sports)(New plaza provides a modern-looking welcome to venerable Hayward Field)
Publication: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR) (Newspaper)
Date: May 5, 2005
Publisher: The Register Guard
Page: e1

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USI announces 802.11g wireless ADSL gateway; making grand entrance into broadband market.: An article from: Federal Computer Market Report

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USI announces 802.11g wireless ADSL gateway; making grand entrance into broadband market.: An article from: Federal Computer Market Report

Manufacturer: Millin Publishing, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

Wireless Networks | Networking | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

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This digital document is an article from Federal Computer Market Report, published by Millin Publishing, Inc. on February 9, 2004. The length of the article is 867 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: USI announces 802.11g wireless ADSL gateway; making grand entrance into broadband market.
Publication: Federal Computer Market Report (Newsletter)
Date: February 9, 2004
Publisher: Millin Publishing, Inc.
Volume: 28 Issue: 3 Page: 8

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