Books in Firefly%20Pocket%20series series

A practical guide to identifying, understanding and hunting for fossils. The Firefly Guide to Fossils is a practical, pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated field guide. Its introduction explains how fossils form and the history of ancient life. Fossil classification and distribution are described, providing essential background information for students and collectors. Fossil hunting is described in detail with practical advice on everything from finding sites to displaying specimens. The main part of the book presents major groups of fossils, from trilobites to tree ferns in a wide international range, from the common and easy-to-find, to dinosaur bones that would crown any collection. The entries are illustrated with color images accompanied by clear descriptive text. A quick reference identification key organizes the 400 specimens by the major fossil classification, making it easier to find detailed information for each one.

This revised edition of Firefly World Factbook is arranged in alphabetical order by country and features the following: Concise, cross-referenced articles on geography, climate, vegetation, economy, history and politics Color annotated maps showing principal cities, roads, railroads, and border crossings Locator maps showing countries within their region National flags and stamps, with origins explained Climate graphs for major cities in each country Updated, at-a-glance charts showing area, population, capital city, government, ethnic groups, languages, religions and currency. Special sidebars, "Did You Know," offer interesting and intriguing facts. For example, Icelanders do not have family names and are properly addressed by their first names; Panama hats are made in Ecuador, not Panama; and Germany was the first country to build freeways. Firefly World Factbook is a ready resource of information for the home or office.

The stories of nations as told through their flags. The Firefly Guide to Flags of the World is an authoritative and brightly illustrated guide to 193 national flags of every sovereign state and territory. Organized alphabetically by nation, each flag is shown with accompanying statistics on the flag's ratio, its use, date of adoption, and date of its most recent amendment. The fascinating explanation of a flag's design and symbolism, and the story of how it came into being presents the history and aspirations of the country it represents. A sample stamp from each country adds further insight. The book also features: Brief history of flags Anatomy of flags Illustrated directory of flag styles State flags of the United States Provincial flags of Canada Flags of the United Kingdom Flags of international organizations Signal flags and ensigns World map Quick-reference fact files include the geographical area, population, capital city, languages, religions, ethnic groups, national anthem title and national motto. Compiled by a team of international experts and endorsed by the Flag Institute, Firefly Guide to Flags of the World touches on the geography and history while also being a guide to a country's most important symbol.

Complete guide to astronomers and astronomical terms and theories. The Firefly Astronomy Dictionary is an invaluable reference for understanding the major terms and theories used in astronomy. There are 1,000 up-to-date entries that are extensively cross-referenced. This dictionary also provides concise coverage of the many new developments in space exploration. Two hundred color illustrations and 35 tables provide concise details about the planets and stars. Written in a style that is both interesting and accessible, its compact size is ideal for a handy reference and study guide. As well as defining scientific terms and explaining theories, the dictionary provides brief biographies of over 100 famous astronomers including Ptolemy, Galileo, Johann Kepler, Copernicus and Edwin Hubble. An appendix provides tables of symbols and mathematical units and calculations used in astronomy. From aberration to Zwicky, the Firefly Astronomy Dictionary is an invaluable reference for active observers, armchair enthusiasts and students.

A handy A-Z reference guide to countries around the world. The Firefly World Factbook features concise articles, at-a-glance charts and colorful maps for all the countries in the world. A simple locator map shows the position of each country within its region, and the national flag is illustrated with an explanation of its origins. Arranged in alphabetical order by country, the Firefly World Factbook is a pocket-sized reference that offers immediate data about a nation's climate, vegetation, history, current politics, and economy. Up-to-date statistics are presented in reference tables that include such facts as: Country's size and population Type of government Ethnic groups and languages Religion and currency Did You Know sidebars offer interesting or intriguing facts. For instance, northern Europe's Latvian language is related to Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language. Color annotated maps feature principle cities, roads, railways and border crossings. Firefly World Factbook is an indispensable guide for the curious -- from students to travelers to researchers.

A practical reference of the major terms used in geography. The field of geography covers all aspects of physical, environmental, and human geography. The Firefly Geography Dictionary is an up-to-date A-Z reference with 1,500 concise definitions of geographical terms. The geographical themes covered include atmosphere, weather and climate, coastal formation, geomorphology, settlement and economic development. The terminology defined is as diverse as: Acid rain Chinook Hybridization Incised meander Nucleated settlement Radiocarbon dating Urban decay Extensive cross-referencing links words highlighted within definitions to further definitions so that complex and linked concepts are fully explained. Over 200 illustrations help visualize concepts, such as age-sex pyramid, drainage patterns and green-house effect. The Firefly Geography Dictionary is a convenient quick reference suitable for home or library.