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A Friend Like Ben: The True Story Of The Little Black And White Cat That Saved My Son
by Julia RompOriginally published as Ben’s Gift. The heart-warming true story of a little boy and the cat that changed his life.
From Death Row To Glory: Caesar
by Isabel GeorgeAn inspiring and heart-warming short story of canine devotion and bravery.
Fundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health
by Helen E. RobertsFundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health is a complete guide to managing the health and well-being of ornamental aquatic animals. Grounded in the foundations of fish medical care, the book summarizes nonlethal aquatic diagnostics and medicine, putting the information within a clinical context. Providing a comprehensive overview of the subject, Fundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health equips aquatic animal health professionals with all the information needed to competently and effectively treat these patients, from transporting and examining fish to diagnostic techniques and the identification and treatment of specific diseases and syndromes.
Galanin (Experientia Supplementum #102)
by Tomas HökfeltGalanin is a neuropeptide found both in the central and peripheral nervous system. The 29-amino acid peptide (named after its N-terminal glycine and C-terminal alanine) was identified in 1983 by its C-terminal amidation. This 'reverse' approach, that is to discover a substance through a distinct chemical feature, and only subsequently to characterize its biological activity, was novel and has been successful in the identification of several other peptides. After the structure of galanin was determined in 1983, functional studies were performed with material purified from natural sources until the synthetic form of the peptide became available. Galanin can act as transmitter, modulator and trophic factor, and is involved in a number of physiological processes such as hormone secretion, cardiovascular mechanisms, feeding and cognition. This peptide may also be of significance for a number of pathological processes/disorders including pain, depression, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, addiction and cancer. This wide diversity of actions is mediated by three galanin receptor subtypes. The studies reviewed in this volume give a fairly complete overview of the spectrum of the biological actions and functions of galanin and its receptors and on possible therapeutic applications in a number of pathological conditions.
The Gannet (Poyser Monographs)
by Bryan NelsonThe author is internationally known for his work on the North Atlantic gannet and the boobies. His studies of the gannetry on the Bass Rock over many years have formed the basis for most of our knowledge of the gannet's ecology, its breeding cycle and behaviour. The present work is a distillation of the studies and researches on Sula bassana in Europe and North America, with frequent reference to the African and Australasian gannets. There is also a chapter on the boobies, all of which have been studied at first hand by the author. Chapter topics are plumage, shape, structure and voice; numbers and distribution; behaviour; ecology; the bird at sea; the gannet family and the order; the gannet and man. There are many tables, maps and a full bibliography. The authoritative text is complemented by John Busby's brilliant and evocative drawings, plus 32 pages of photographs, many unpublished hitherto.
General Pathology for Veterinary Nurses
by Harriet BrooksA good understanding of pathology will turn a competent veterinary nurse into an outstanding one. Harriet Brooks. This is one of the first books on general pathology designed specifically for veterinary nurses and veterinary nursing students. Pathology underpins all you do as a veterinary nurse. Knowledge of the general pathological processes will give you a deeper understanding of every aspect of an animal’s health. Building on your prior knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, the book explains the pathological changes that occur in sick animals. It describes the various disease processes and shows you how to relate them to clinical presentation, diagnosis and prognosis, and treatment rationales. This book will give you the knowledge and confidence to develop your role within the veterinary team. Designed as a concise, easy to read textbook, it includes: Detailed illustrations to explain the science behind the pathological processes Summary boxes of key information to aid revision A ‘test yourself’ section at the end of each chapter
General Pathology for Veterinary Nurses
by Harriet BrooksA good understanding of pathology will turn a competent veterinary nurse into an outstanding one. Harriet Brooks. This is one of the first books on general pathology designed specifically for veterinary nurses and veterinary nursing students. Pathology underpins all you do as a veterinary nurse. Knowledge of the general pathological processes will give you a deeper understanding of every aspect of an animal’s health. Building on your prior knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, the book explains the pathological changes that occur in sick animals. It describes the various disease processes and shows you how to relate them to clinical presentation, diagnosis and prognosis, and treatment rationales. This book will give you the knowledge and confidence to develop your role within the veterinary team. Designed as a concise, easy to read textbook, it includes: Detailed illustrations to explain the science behind the pathological processes Summary boxes of key information to aid revision A ‘test yourself’ section at the end of each chapter
Genetik (Springer-Lehrbuch)
by Jochen GrawDer Band bietet eine umfassende und präzise Darstellung der klassischen wie der modernen Genetik: Entwicklungsbiologie und –genetik, Humangenetik, Neuro- und Verhaltensgenetik sowie Chromosomenforschung. Für die 5. Auflage wurde das Lehrbuch grundlegend überarbeitet und aktualisiert. Es beinhaltet das Grundlagenwissen der Genetik für das gesamte Studium. Die Inhalte werden durch zahlreiche Lernhilfen und Beispiele aus allen Bereichen der Genetik vermittelt. Alle Abbildungen sind im Internet frei verfügbar.
Get Started in Beekeeping: A practical, illustrated guide to running hives of all sizes in any location (Teach Yourself)
by Adrian Waring Claire WaringWritten by two of the UK's most well-known and respected experts in the beekeeping community, this is a new and updated edition of a popular reference title which contains everything the beginner, or even intermediate, beekeeper could need.Suitable both for those just considering the prospect and those who are already fascinated beekeepers, this guide to setting up, maintaining and maximising bees in the back garden is an indispensable and readable bible of information and practical advice. It covers everything from bee behaviour to what to do with honey, and balances all the background context on bee biology with the day-to-day and seasonal practicalities of running hives in any location, in the country or the city, and for colonies of all sizes. Resources include a 'bee calendar', troubleshooting section, illustrations, a glossary and details of courses and organizations, in an essential guide for anyone who is fascinated by the ancient ways of the apiarist.
Girl's Best Friend (A\maggie Brooklyn Mystery Ser.)
by Leslie MargolisNancy Drew fans will fall for the first title in Leslie Margolis's pitch-perfect middle-grade series, The Maggie Brooklyn Mysteries. Dogs are disappearing in her neighborhood, and Maggie Brooklyn Sinclair knows all about it. After all, she has a semi-secret after-school gig as a professional (ok, amateur) dog-walker. Maggie hates to see a pup in trouble, so she's even willing to help her ex-best friend Ivy recover her rescue-dog, Kermit. Kermit's being held for ransom, and Maggie has noticed some suspicious behavior lately. But she never suspected her crush Milo could be involved . . .Don't miss these other stories by Leslie Margolis:The Maggie Brooklyn MysteriesGirl's Best FriendVanishing ActsSecrets at the Chocolate MansionThe Annabelle Unleashed seriesBoys Are DogsGirls Acting CattyEverybody Bugs OutOne Tough ChickMonkey Business
Give a Dog a Home: How to Make Your Rescue Dog a Happy Dog
by Graeme SimsGraeme Sims discloses his gentle techniques for making any dog confident, happy and well behaved.Graeme Sims - the man who 'speaks dog' - is hailed as one of the world's most respected dog trainers. His approach depends on his matchless ability to get into the mind of the dog - to be truly a 'dog whisperer'. He explains how our misinterpretation of dogs' reactions can cause them unhappiness and contribute to behavioural problems. In a series of case studies, he shows how, with understanding and patience, we can reach the nervous, the difficult or the disturbed rescue dog, and help them finally to feel that they have a real home. His book gives you a chance to look at life from the dog's point of view and to understand thoroughly what you see; it is for anyone who wants to earn the right to be their dog's best friend.
Global Change and the Terrestrial Biosphere: Achievements and Challenges
by H. H. Shugart F. I. WoodwardGlobal climate change challenges ecologists to synthesize what we know to solve a problem with deep historical roots in our discipline. In ecology, the question, “How do terrestrial ecosystems interact with the other earth systems to produce planetary change?” has sufficient depth to be the focal challenge. This central question is sharpened further as the changes that we may be manifesting upon our planet’s systems of land, sea, air and ice can have potential consequences for the future of human civilization. This book provides the depth of the history of global ecology and reviews the breadth of the ideas being studied today. Each chapter starts with a brief narrative about a scientist whose work traces forward into today’s issues in global ecosystems. The discussions are framed in a growing realization that we may be altering the way our planet functions almost before we have gained the necessary knowledge of how it works at all.
Goat Science and Production
by Sandra G. SolaimanGoat Science and Production is the first text in several decades to present comprehensive, state of the art information on goat science and production practices from an international perspective. Including information on meat, dairy, and fiber goats, chapters are organized logically to facilitate fundamental understanding of goat anatomy and physiology as well as practical production applications. Goat Science and Production begins with an overview of current global production, giving the reader necessary context to enhance subsequent chapters on breed variety, genetics, animal evaluation, and functional anatomy and physiology. Later chapters expand on these concepts highlighting practical application affecting feeding practices, health and disease management, and housing requirements. Information on milk, meat, and fiber production is also addressed, along with a key chapter on formulating a business plan and marketing strategy. The book concludes with a thorough discussion on further needs in research and education providing direction for future progress. Goat Science and Production is globally contributed and provides an essential introduction and reference for students, researchers, outreach personnel, and producers world-wide. Key Features: Provides current information on science and production of meat, dairy, and fiber goats Reviews domestic and international production systems Discusses environmental impacts of goat production Includes coverage of economics and marketing of goat production
GoD and DoG
by Wendy FranciscoGOD AND DOG is a phenomenon. First appearing on YouTube, the video of Wendy Francisco's charming animated illustrations and moving song tells of the unconditional love of both God and Dog. With over 2 million YouTube viewings to date, Francisco's story appeals to all ages, to animal enthusiasts, to people of religious persuasions, and especially to anyone who has been loved by a dog.Now in book format, Wendy's touching narrative will be expanded on through additional lyrics, illustrations, photographs and some of the powerful mail that is continually being sent to Francisco.
The Golden Eagle: Second Edition (Poyser Monographs #No. 56)
by Jeff WatsonThis comprehensive monograph is a second edition of one of the mostpopular Poyser monographs; it covers all aspects of this spectaculareagle's biology and ecology, including a full review of the literatureand incorporating the considerable body of research on the speciessince the publication of the first edition in 1997. The late JeffWatson was one of Scotland's foremost eagle experts, with more than 20years of research on the birds; following Jeff's untimely death, thebook is being completed by his colleagues Des Thompson and Helen Riley.Scottish studies provide the foundation for a treatment that alsoincludes up-to-date information from work in North America, continentalEurope and elsewhere. This global view allows fascinating insights intothe species' relationships with a variety of different habitats andleads to many new and important conclusions regarding its ecology. Thishighly readable and authoritative account is destined to become thestandard reference on the species, both in Scotland and elsewhere inthe world. The text is enriched with many superb pictures of thismajestic bird and additional wash landscapes capture the very specialatmosphere of Scotland's Golden Eagle country.
The Goshawk (Poyser Monographs)
by Robert KenwardA large and spectacular bird of prey, the Goshawk lives in borealforests throughout the Northern hemisphere. A powerful hunter of largebirds and woodland mammals, it was persecuted for many years by gamekeepers to the point of extinction in the UK. However, escaped falconrybirds led to the establishment of a new population in the 1960s, thoughthe species remains rare and elusive - birders need a combination of hard work and a little luck to see this magnificent raptor. The Goshawk is an authoritative yet highly readable monograph ofthe species. It includes chapters on nomenclature, races and morphs,biometrics, nesting, incubation and chick-rearing, migration, feedingecology, population dynamics, and conservation, punctuated throughoutwith illuminating tales from author Robert Kenward's extensive fieldresearch. The book is packed with illustrations, figures and maps, andcontains a selection of the author's superb photographs of the birds.The product of almost 30 years work, this title is a classic Poyser monograph;birders will enjoy the fascinating insights into the biology of thebird, while academics will appreciate the book's comprehensiveliterature review.
The Goshawk (Poyser Monographs #42)
by Robert KenwardA large and spectacular bird of prey, the Goshawk lives in borealforests throughout the Northern hemisphere. A powerful hunter of largebirds and woodland mammals, it was persecuted for many years by gamekeepers to the point of extinction in the UK. However, escaped falconrybirds led to the establishment of a new population in the 1960s, thoughthe species remains rare and elusive - birders need a combination of hard work and a little luck to see this magnificent raptor. The Goshawk is an authoritative yet highly readable monograph ofthe species. It includes chapters on nomenclature, races and morphs,biometrics, nesting, incubation and chick-rearing, migration, feedingecology, population dynamics, and conservation, punctuated throughoutwith illuminating tales from author Robert Kenward's extensive fieldresearch. The book is packed with illustrations, figures and maps, andcontains a selection of the author's superb photographs of the birds.The product of almost 30 years work, this title is a classic Poyser monograph;birders will enjoy the fascinating insights into the biology of thebird, while academics will appreciate the book's comprehensiveliterature review.
The Greater Flamingo (Poyser Monographs)
by Alan Johnson Frank CézillyWith their curious feeding behaviour, peculiar elongated body,gregarious social lives and exotic pink plumage, flamingos are amongthe most familiar and popular of all the world's birds. They haveinspired artists, poets and amateur naturalists for centuries, butuntil 50 years ago very little was known about their biology. A growingnumber of scientistshave directed their attention to these magnificent birds over recentyears; this book summarises current understanding of flamingo biology,with detailed discussion of population dynamics, ecology, movements,feeding, breeding biology and conservation, with emphasis placed on theauthors' work on the famous population of Greater Flamingos in theCamargue region of southern France. There is also a detailed guide tobreeding areas, and an outline of future challenges for research.
The Greater Flamingo (Poyser Monographs #25)
by Alan Johnson Frank CézillyWith their curious feeding behaviour, peculiar elongated body,gregarious social lives and exotic pink plumage, flamingos are amongthe most familiar and popular of all the world's birds. They haveinspired artists, poets and amateur naturalists for centuries, butuntil 50 years ago very little was known about their biology. A growingnumber of scientistshave directed their attention to these magnificent birds over recentyears; this book summarises current understanding of flamingo biology,with detailed discussion of population dynamics, ecology, movements,feeding, breeding biology and conservation, with emphasis placed on theauthors' work on the famous population of Greater Flamingos in theCamargue region of southern France. There is also a detailed guide tobreeding areas, and an outline of future challenges for research.
Grundlagen der Mikrobiologie (Springer-Lehrbuch)
by Heribert CypionkaWeshalb ist ein Frosch grün? Wie viel Energie benötigt ein Bakterium, um sich zu verdoppeln? Von den Grundlagen des Stoffwechsels über die Vielfalt der Mikroorganismen bis hin zu den Prozessen, die sich im Meer oder bei einer Infektionskrankheit abspielen, erläutert der Autor anhand von Beispielen die grundlegenden Zusammenhänge der Mikrobiologie. Kompakt und doch anspruchsvoll, bietet das Buch einen idealen Einstieg in das Fachgebiet. Die 4. Auflage wurde gründlich überarbeitet und erstmals mit vielen farbigen Bildern ausgestattet.
A Guide to the Identification and Natural History of the Sparrows of the United States and Canada
by James D. Rising David D. BeadleA Guide to the Identification and Natural History of the Sparrows of the United States and Canada provides comprehensive and up-to-date information on all the features that make possible identification of all 62 species of sparrows that occur in North America. The text gives detailed descriptions of the summer, winter, and juvenile plumages of each species, as well as comparisons with similar species. The species accounts are illustrated with range maps and superb line drawings showing behavioral postures and, where useful, fine features of tail feather patterns. The 27 color plates splendidly illustrate the various plumages of each species with the emphasis on the distinctive appearance of birds of different sex, age, and geographic regions. This beautiful and authoritative book will be a must for the library of all keen birders living in and visiting North America. Species accounts include discussions of species': * Identification * Measurements * Voice * Habitat * Ecology * Nesting biology * Distribution * Taxonomy * Geographic variations * Historical and present status
Gulls: A Guide To Identification (Poyser Monographs)
by P.J GrantThis second edition of Peter Grant's guide has been extensively revisedand has been reset throughout. Importantly, a further eight species ofgulls occurring on the west coasts of Canada and the USA have beenadded. Thebook now covers 31 species and has been increased in length from 280 to352 pages. More than 280 new photographs have been added orsubstituted, bringing the total to 544, including 79 photographs forthe eight North American additional species. The greatincrease in interest in gull identification since the publication ofthe first edition (and the author's series on that topic in BritishBirds) has helped bring much new information to light. As a result somerevision was made to almost every text page and most of theidentification drawings were improved in some way; in addition, changeswere made to many of the distribution maps. These revisions andimprovements were often quite minor, but others were substantial andimportant (see the author's Introduction). Until recentlygulls were widely regarded as a difficult group and identification andageing was often inaccurate or uncertain. This was largely due to thecomplexities of immature plumages, which of necessity were generallyunrepresented in standard field guides. Birdwatchers need no longer bedeterred or confounded by that deficiency. The book offers them theopportunity to advance their skill in field identification by acceptingthe challenge rather than shrinking from the difficulties.
Gulls of Europe, Asia and North America: Of Europe, Asia, And North America (Helm Identification Guides)
by Klaus Malling Olsen Hans LarssonThe standard text on the identification of the northern hemisphere's gulls, this book covers the plumage variation through age and subspecies of all 80 species in the region. With exhaustive coverage, detailed maps, and superb plates and photos, this book remains the definitive work on these birds, which represent the trickiest of all ID challenges.
The Gyrfalcon (Poyser Monographs)
by Eugene Potapov Richard SaleThis book is the first monograph on one of the most beautiful and admired birds in the world. The Gyrfalcon is the world's largest and most powerful falcon - a truly awe-inspiring bird which inhabits the ferociously inhospitable Arctic taiga, from Greenland and Iceland right across Siberia and northern Canada. Its plumage varies from a dark mottled grey to pure white - the white birds in particular are coveted by birders and falconers. Like other titles in the series, it covers all aspects of the species' biology, taxonomy, distribution, status and historical associations with mankind. The result is an exhaustively researched and enthrallingly readable biography of a spectacular bird, illustrated throughout with photographs and line drawings. "a good read, presenting much previously inaccessible information, as well as some interesting insights into some of the most remote and inhospitable places on earth." British Birds
Hammy the Wonder Hamster: Hammy The Wonder Hamster (Hammy The Wonder Hamster Ser. #2)
by Poppy HarrisHAMMY: the cleverest hamster the world has ever seen!Bethany is thrilled with her fluffed-up furry new pet and can’t wait to get him home. But there’s something different about Hammy, something very special. Not only is he super cute, he’s got amazing brains and an incredible secret. The question is – how did Hammy become so brilliant? The first in a wildly fun new series that will appeal to animal lovers aged 7 and up.