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From Toxicodendron diversilobum (poison oak) to Zannichellia palustris (horned pondweed), this book will help every outdoor enthusiast identify, and possibly avoid certain plants in the Sierra. Covers wildflowers, ferns, shrubs, and trees. This edition strictly follows the nomenclature presented in The Jepson Manual as the basis for scientific names.
Customer Reviews:
Disappointing.......2007-07-13
This book is valuable because it's complete and compact enough to carry in a backpack. Unfortunately, it has enough drawbacks that I wish someone else would write a better book to compete with it.
One example of its problems is when I tried to use it to identify a daisy. The index showed no listing for daisy, so I looked through the Aster family section the hard way, and eventually found the genus Erigeron (which turned out to be indexed under "wild daisy"). Unlike most genera, the book only provides a key for this genus, and omits the usual species description that includes things like plant height that I rely on to confirm the guesses that I make from the key.
I've found an unusually large number of anomalies where I suspect the book is simply wrong. For instance, it says Lupinus adsurgens leaflets are 2-5 mm long, whereas Jepsen says they're 20-50 mm long (I suspect Jepsen is right).
Experienced botanists will find this book to be a worthwhile supplement to Jepsen. Amateurs should look elsewhere, and probably settle for something that only tries to cover the most interesting flowers.
Another Press Run Please.......2004-08-29
This book is great. It is a concise reference on an interesting flora. The botanical keys are easy enough for amateurs to use and for professionals to key plants from memory. The size and weight make it easy to include in a backpack or field press, although I would like a hardback for my reference shelf. This book is valuable to anyone interested in natural history of the region.
A Sierra Nevada Flora Reviewed.......2000-07-10
I found this book to be a great help identifying plants in the field. Most can be identified without magnification. Plants are identified using dichotomous keys.
I also use The Jepson Manual, Higher Plants of California and the old Munz's. But both are heavy and difficult to use in the field for many of the genera though I did use them when I got home to check my identifications. The second great feature of this book is that the plants are specific to the area that I was traveling through. I didn't have to separate out plants that only live in the desert or at the coast. Eliminating that many choices made the effort much easier.
I recommend the book heartily, understanding the plants and animals around us greatly enhances the experience of enjoying nature.
Many of the plants that I found can be seen at californiagardens.com
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Flora de la tundra de Sierra Nevada (Coleccion monografica / Universidad de Granada)
Pablo Prieto Fernandez
Manufacturer: Estacion Experimental del Zaidin, Universidad de Granada
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ASIN: 8460018105 |
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La flora de Sierra Nevada: Avance sobre el catalogo floristico nevadense
Joaquin Molero-Mesa
Manufacturer: Universidad de Granada
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Get an eyeful of elephants on a bush drive, glide on a mokoro boat past hippos and crocs, visit some of the southern hemisphere's best vineyards, honor the historic struggle against apartheid, or take a side trip to the world's largest waterfall—
Fodor's South Arica, 3rd Edition offers all these experiences and more, including the best sarfari destinations in Namibia & Botswana! Our local writers have traveled throughout the area to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best —"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."
-New compact trim size make these guides even more portable
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-Fodor's Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures
-Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets
-Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family
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Visit www.fodors.com to find up-to-date travel bargains, mini-guides to worldwide destinations, information on local festivals, dazzling drives, maps, vacation planning tips and much more!
And, for more insider secrets, visit “Travel Talk” and “Rants and Raves” online at www.fodors.com/forums to get advice from other travelers like you.
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- The other book is better.
- Colorful, but not very functional
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Fodor's Exploring South Africa, 3rd Edition (Exploring Guides)
Fodor's
Manufacturer: Fodor's
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Release Date: 2001-01-16 |
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Fodor's Exploring South Africa 3rd ed.
"Authoritatively written and superbly presented...Worthy reading before, during, or after a trip." -- Philadelphia Inquirer
"Absolutely gorgeous. Fun, colorful, and sophisticated." -- Chicago Tribune
Fodor's Exploring Guides are the most up-to-date, full-color guidebooks available. Covering destinations around the world, these guides are loaded with photos, essays on culture and history, descriptions of sights, and practical information. Full-color photos make these great guides to buy if you're still planning your itinerary (let the photos help you choose!), and they are perfect companions to general guidebooks, like Fodor's Gold Guides.
What to SeeExtraordinary coverage of history and cultureItineraries, walks and excursions, on and off the beaten pathArchitecture and art
Where to StayQuick tips in every price range
Where to EatSavvy picks for all budgets
The BasicsGetting there and getting aroundWhen to go & what to pack
Customer Reviews:
The other book is better........2004-03-08
This is the short review: buy the Frommer's.
Colorful, but not very functional.......2001-05-13
I bought this book to plan a family vacation to South Africa. I was hoping to get something as well organized and chock-full of information as Fodor's standard travel guides. I was disappointed.
Unfortunately, this book is more like a big brochure, with lots of colorful pictures (which is great) but text that is not laid out well and plenty of annoying sidebars and boxes that often make it hard to follow the main text. I'm pretty sure that much of the necessary information is there, but it's not nearly as accessible as it is in the other guides. And without that, what's the point?
I would probably buy this book as a supplemental guide, but not as a central vacation-planning tool.
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The compelling story of American history since reconstruction
The American Republic Since 1877 presents the rich saga of American history after the Civil War. Adapted from the modern history portion of The American Vision, this program features the same exceptional scholarship, accurate maps, peerless resources, and unique strategies found in The American Vision.
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The story of American history from the beginning to 1877
The American Republic to 1877 is a student-friendly presentation of American history, from pre-exploration to 1877. Its unparalleled author team, including National Geographic, ensures accuracy in every detail of the narrative, maps, and charts. The program emphasizes skill development—from reading maps to analyzing primary and secondary sources to exploring the connections between history and geography, economics, government, citizenship, and current events.
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Reading Essentials, Student Edition provides concise content of the Student Edition written at a lower grade level, making it perfect for struggling readers and ELL students.
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The American Republic Since 1877, Spanish Reading Essentials and Study Guide, Student Edition
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Reading Essentials, Student Edition provides concise content of the Student Edition written at a lower grade level, making it perfect for struggling readers and ELL students.
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American Republic to 1877, Activity Workbook, Student Edition
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An experience in color sensations.......1999-12-13
If you are unfamiliar with the glass arts of Chihuly, this colorful gem will fill you with awe and wonder. Chihuly's creative daring, skills and kinetic style with team artisans is world renowned and celebrated. HIs works are jewel-like with an explosion of color and this book puts it all before you in a very intimate size.
An experience in color sensations.......1999-12-13
If you are unfamiliar with the glass arts of Chihuly, this colorful gem will fill you with awe and wonder. Chihuly's creative daring, skills and kinetic style with team artisans is world renowned and celebrated. His works are an explosion of shapes and color, and this book puts it all before you in a very intimate size.
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Chihuly: The George R. Stroemple Collection
Dale Chihuly ,
Donald B. Kuspit , and
Kathryn Kanjo
Manufacturer: Portland Pr
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Amazing Works.......2000-06-25
This book features an exhibition at the Portland art museum in 1997. George R. Stoemple's collection is an excellent representation of two and a half decades of Chihuly's work, and it shows some pieces rarely seen by the public. I highly recommend this book.
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