Books with author David Burnette

Where did dinosaurs come from, and what killed them off? How good were their senses, and how did their coloring help them in the wild? And how do we know what they looked like anyway? These questions and dozens more are answered in this fascinating look at all things dinosaur. Using a combination of the latest information and eye-popping digital artwork, as well as web links, movie and book quotes to take the learning beyond the book, this reference is perfect for today's aspiring paleontologists.

Full-color photos. "Here is everything readers will ever desire to know about trees. Every imaginable aspect of the life of a tree is examined. Anatomy, physiology, reproduction, growth, and development are described using the best photos in botanical literature and succinct, lively captions. Each page is a delight to the eye. Of particular note is the coverage of tree diseases, including acid rain. An excellent reference, a valuable addition to any school or public library."--(starred) Science Books & Films.

The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia is the most compact and comprehensive volume available for all the family. This portable encyclopedia uses a highly visual approach to a popular subject, with show-stopping artwork of dinosaurs in action. The book combines hard facts with interesting and intriguing feature spreads detailing dinosaur lifestyle, behavior, families, and habitat. From how life on earth began and how animals evolved to the catastrophic events that brought about the end of the dinosaurs, this book is a must for every dinosaur enthusiast. Timelines, a detailed glossary, and a comprehensive index help guide the reader through the book.

Navigate your way through a fantastic range of subjects with this visually spectacular new series. Every spread is brimming with lively text, amazing photographs and artworks, and weblinks and quotes. Panels throughout offer focused information on specific topics. Mammals can be found on every continent, and in every environment on Earth. Come along on a journey through an amazing array of habitats from the top to the bottom of the globe to examine mammals' incredible diversity and adaptation for survival. Join a pack of wolves on their chase for prey across a wintry landscape, glide through an underwater kelp forest with otters and sea lions, and shrink down into the miniature underground world of burrowing rodents. Special features and links throughout the book draw connections to related media for further exploration, and cutting-edge visual design ensures that this book will hold the attention of even the most sophisticated reader