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Books in Whitman world library series

  • Insects in our world,

    Roy D Shenefelt

    Hardcover (Whitman Pub. Co, March 15, 1964)
    None
  • Manatees

    Dr. James Powell

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, Nov. 25, 2002)
    This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.
  • Dogs of the world,

    Patrick Lawson

    Hardcover (Whitman Pub, March 15, 1965)
    None
  • Nature: An introduction to our world

    Mary Refoy

    Unknown Binding (Whitman Pub. Co, March 15, 1964)
    None
  • This room is mine

    Betty Ren Wright, Judy Stang

    Hardcover (Whitman Pub. Co, March 15, 1966)
    Chris claims half the bedroom as her own private property, but realizes it is the half without a door--she will have to stay there forever unless she can find a graceful way out of her predicament.
  • Coral Reefs

    Charles Sheppard

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, Nov. 25, 2002)
    This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.
  • Sea Otters

    G. R. Vanblaricom

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, Nov. 15, 2001)
    Sea otters are one of the most charismatic marine mammals. Capable of living their entire lives free of contact with land, they eat, sleep, and give birth at sea. Hunted relentlessly for centuries, these appealing creatures were brought back from the brink of extinction in the twentieth century: an achievement that is being championed as one of the great success stories in marine conservation. Glenn VanBlaricom traces the turbulent history of the species and discusses their fascinating behavior. World-class photographers capture the spirit of this most lovable animal.
    Y
  • Right Whales

    Phil Clapham

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, Nov. 29, 2004)
    Right Whales covers the characteristics (life history, group life, reproduction, mortality) and ecology of these creatures. Phil Clapham also discusses the serious threats that right whales face, and informs readers about what can be done to protect them. Right Whales is a must-have for nature enthusiasts, environmentalists, and marine life lovers. This book is an excellent general introduction that’s full of fascinating facts and fabulous four-color photographs. It presents scientific insights and information in a way that is both readable and highly enjoyable for a popular audience.
  • Southeast Asia,

    Stanley Karnow

    Hardcover (Time, inc, March 15, 1962)
    1960tys view of Southeast Asia and where it stood in the world then (post WWII).
  • Minke Whales

    A. Rus Hoelzel, S. Jonathan Stern

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, April 15, 2000)
    This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.
  • Foxes

    David Macdonald

    Paperback (Voyageur Pr, April 15, 2000)
    Describes the smallest and most widespread of the wild dog family, its evolution, habitat, and behavior.
    Z+
  • Alligators and Crocodiles

    John Behler, Deborah Behler

    Paperback (Voyageur Press, June 13, 1998)
    Alligators and crocodiles are among the oldest largest and most advanced reptiles on earth. Lurid accounts of encounters between humans and crocodilians have fascinated and horrified people over the centuries, and some truly monstrous creatures exist today. John and Deborah Behler have spent more than twenty years working with reptiles, and describe the history, habits and prospects for survival of the remaining twenty-three species of alligator, caiman, crocodile and gharial. Here too are breathtaking pictures of these awesome creatures by some of the world’s leading wildlife photographers.