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Featured Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2General Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Mammalogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Paleontology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Herpetology and Ichthyology . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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Books in Life Sciences and Biodiversity 2011–2012

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Featured Books in 2011


Field Guide to the Street Trees of New York CityLeslie Dayillustrated by Trudy smoke

“With wonderful illustrations, photographs, and descriptive text, Day has given us a handbook for naturalists, sidewalk denizens, apartment dwellers, dog-walkers, and bicycle riders. Pick a tree, introduce your-self, shake a branch, and settle on a park bench with Field Guide to the Street Trees of New York City.”

—Wayne Cahilly, New York Botanical Garden

2011 296 pp., 220 color photos, 5 maps, 50 color plates 978-1-4214-0152-2 $24.95 paperback

FrogsThe Animal Answer Guide

Mike Dorcas and Whit GibbonsIn this fun and informative book, herpetologists Dorcas and Gibbons answer common and not-so-common questions people may have about frogs, a fascinating and amazingly diverse group of animals.

2011 192 pp., 27 color photos, 70 b&w photos 978-0-8018-9936-2 $24.95 paperback

FishesThe Animal Answer Guide

Gene Helfman and Bruce Collette“This book is fun, accessible, and informative. In the 30 years that I have been teaching ichthyology and fish ecology, I have been asked almost all of these questions. Here are all the answers in one com-fortable package.”

—Larry G. Allen, director, Southern California Marine Institute

2011 216 pp., 33 color photos, 85 halftones 978-1-4214-0223-9 $24.95 paperback

A Field Guide to Coastal FishesFrom Maine to Texas

Val Kells and Kent CarpenterReliable and up-to-date, A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes is the most complete book ever published on East and Gulf Coast fishes

—perfect for boat, home, or classroom. Its beautiful design and accessible format make it an ideal guide for fishermen, divers, students, scientists, naturalists, and fish enthusiasts alike.

2011 448 pp., 1,079 color illustrations, 192 b&w illustrations, 1 map 978-0-8018-9838-9 $25.00 paperback

RabbitsThe Animal Answer Guide

Susan Lumpkin and John Seidensticker“The one resource you will need to learn about rabbits’ anatomy and physiology, evolutionary history, ecology, behavior, and their relation-ships with humans.” —Northeastern Naturalist

2011 272 pp., 35 color photos, 74 b&w photos, 6 line drawings 978-0-8018-9789-4 $24.95 paperback


Catastrophes!Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Tornadoes, and Other Earth-Shattering Disasters

Donald R . ProtheroDevastating natural disasters have profoundly shaped human history, leav-ing us with a respect for the mighty power of the earth—and a hum-bling view of our future. Paleontologist and geologist Prothero tells the harrowing human stories behind these catastrophic events.

2011 360 pp., 80 b&w photos, 37 line drawings, 16 color plates 978-0-8018-9692-7 $30.00 hardcover

Small Wild CatsThe Animal Answer Guide

James G . Sanderson and Patrick WatsonThis entertaining and informative book reveals hundreds of facts about the behavior, biology, and conservation of the more than thirty small wild cat species.

2011 184 pp., 32 color photos, 76 b&w photos, 9 line drawings 978-0-8018-9885-3 $24.95 paperback

The Vegetarian ImperativeAnand M . SaxenaSaxena, a scientist and lifelong vegetarian, explains why we need to make better choices about what we eat: for better health, to elimi-nate world hunger, and, ultimately, to save the planet. Each of these arguments alone provides reason enough to stop consuming so much animal-based food; taken together, they make an unassailable case for vegetarianism.

2011 272 pp., 6 line drawings 978-1-4214-0242-0 $24.95 hardcover

Saving Sea TurtlesExtraordinary Stories from the Battle against Extinction

James R . SpotilaAward-winning author Spotila has been at the forefront of sea turtle research and conservation for decades. His inspirational story of dedi-cated individuals, creative endeavors, and adventure reveals what is being done and what else we must do in order to ensure that these magnifi-cent animals continue swimming in the oceans.

2011 240 pp., 12 color plates 978-0-8018-9907-2 $24.95 hardcover

Inventing Iron ManThe Possibility of a Human Machine

E . Paul Zehr“Zehr, surely one of the coolest of professors, has done something inter-esting, enlightening, and maybe just a bit quixotic; he has built a bridge between the fantasy science of superhero comics and the eyes-front innovations of real-life technological innovators.”

—Dennis O’Neil, Iron Man writer and editor

2011 232 pp., 29 halftones, 12 line drawings 978-1-4214-0226-0 $24.95 hardcover



General InterestAm I a Monkey?Six Big Questions about Evolution

Francisco J . AyalaAyala cuts to the chase in a daring attempt to address six perennial questions about evolu-tion. Brief, incisive, topical, authoritative, Am I a Monkey? will take you a day to read and a life-time to ponder.


Kingdom of AntsJosé Celestino Mutis and the Dawn of Natural History in the New World

Edward O . Wilson and José M . Gómez DuránA unique glance into the early world of science exploration, Kingdom of Ants is a delight to read and filled with intriguing information.

2010 120 pp. 7 color, 5 b&w illustrations 978-0-8018-9785-6 $24.95 hardcover

The Orgasm Answer GuideBarry R . Komisaruk, Beverly Whipple, Sara Nasserzadeh, and Carlos Beyer-Flores

“The authors hit this one out of the park! Their book answers key questions with a unique com-bination of science, credibility, and caring.”

—Judith Steinhart, co-creator of the website, Go Ask Alice!

2009 176 pp., 11 b&w illustrations 978-0-8018-9396-4 $18.95 paperback

The Evolution of ObesityMichael L . Power and Jay Schulkin

“Goes far beyond anything else that is available on obesity . . . Power and Schulkin deserve much credit for their bold attempt to combine evolu-tionary and reductionist explanations, and for their unflinching acknowledgment of complex-ity.” —Nature


Becoming BatmanThe Possibility of a Superhero

E . Paul Zehr“Zehr evaluates what it would take—physically, psychologically, and scientifically—to replicate Batman’s actions and become a self-made super-hero. His conclusions are sometimes surprising, and often fascinating.” —Baltimore Magazine


Field Guide to the Natural World of New York CityLeslie Dayillustrated by Mark A. klinglerforeword by Michael r. Bloomberg

“This little gem fills you in on everything finned, furred, feathered, or leafed, and how to find it, in all five boroughs.” —House and Garden

2007 356 pp. 15 maps, 101 figures, 100 color plates 978-0-8018-8682-9 $25.95 paperback


Mammalogy

Bats of the United States and Canada

Michael J . Harvey, J . Scott Altenbach, and Troy L . BestWritten by three of the world’s leading bat experts, this vol-

ume is the most comprehensive guide to the bat species of the United States and Canada available.

2011 224 pp., 135 color photos, 47 maps, 2 graphs 978-1-4214-0191-1 $24.95 paperback

Urban CarnivoresEcology, Conflict, and Conservation

edited by Stanley D . Gehrt, Seth P . D . Riley, and Brian L . CypherOutstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“An engaging and informative read for any naturalist with a desire to better understand some of our non-human neighbors, and to cul-tivate an understanding of the issues involved in learning to coexist peacefully with them.” —Discovery


The Biology of Small MammalsJoseph F . MerrittOutstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“Where Dr. Merritt’s book shines and separates itself from other mammalogy books is when he adds the details, examples, and color-ful commentary allowing readers to share his passion and enthusiasm for small mammals.” —Journal of Wildlife Management


Mammal TeethOrigin, Evolution, and Diversity

Peter S . Ungar“In this impressive, comprehensive volume Peter Ungar explores ev-ery aspect of mammalian teeth—their evolutionary origin, histology, development, and fundamental physiological role in fueling a high-energy, endothermic lifestyle. No mammalogist, paleontological or neontological, will want to be without this excellent work.”

—Tom S. Kemp, University of Oxford

2010 320 pp., 6 b&w photos, 6 b&w illustrations, 92 line drawings 978-0-8018-9668-2 $95.00 hardcover

The Eponym Dictionary of MammalsBo Beolens, Michael Watkins, and Michael Grayson

“A small treasure trove of information about the people whose names are immortalized in mammalian nomenclature. Given that we mam-malogists are prone to ancestor worship, I expect it to be a best-seller.”

—Journal of Mammalian Evolution

2009 592 pp. 978-0-8018-9304-9 $65.00 hardcover

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malology

Ecological and Behavioral Methods for the Study of Batssecond edition

edited by Thomas H . Kunz and Stuart Parsons“A highly readable and fascinating discussion that will have broad appeal to anyone interested in the biology, natural history, and conservation of bats.” —PRS Newsletter

2009 920 pp., 285 b&w illustrations 978-0-8018-9147-2 $100.00 hardcover

CapybarasA Natural History of the World’s Largest Rodent

Rexford D . Lord“This is the only volume published that collects in one place most of what is known about this species of rodent. It will be valuable to mam-malogists, those working in conservation and animal husbandry, and zoo personnel.” —Choice

2009 200 pp., 33 color photos, 33 b&w photos, 14 line drawings, 2 maps 978-0-8018-9163-2 $51.00 hardcover

Mountain GorillasBiology, Conservation, and Coexistence

Gene Eckhart and Annette Lanjouw“The survival of mountain gorillas depends wholly on our knowledge, interest, and compassion, forever. This book, with its vivid photographs, brings us up-to-date on the plight and the promise of mountain gorilla conservation.” —George Schaller, Wildlife Conservation Society

2008 320 pp., 199 color photos, 5 line drawings 978-0-8018-9011-6 $35.95 hardcover

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Paleontology

New in 2011

Extinction and RadiationHow the Fall of Dinosaurs Led to the Rise of Mammals

J . David ArchibaldIn the geological blink of an eye, mammals moved from an obscure group of vertebrates into a class of planetary dominance. Why? Archibald’s pro-vocative study identifies the fall of dinosaurs as the factor that changed the “genetic clock” and allowed mammals to evolve into a dominant form.

2011 120 pp., 41 illustrations 978-0-8018-9805-1 $65.00 hardcover

The Other Saber-toothsScimitar-tooth Cats of the Western Hemisphere

edited by Virginia L . Nap les, Larry D . Martin, and John P . BabiarzRichly illustrated and featuring the latest infor-mation on scimitar-tooth cats of the New World, this book is an engaging and comprehensive collection of information about these fascinat-ing felines.


Transylvanian DinosaursDavid B . Weishampel and Coralia-Maria Jianu

“It is rare to find a book on dinosaurs so literate, well-written, and full of insight and synthesis—particularly when the dinosaurs are so unusual.”

—Kevin Padian, University of California Museum of Paleontology


Dinosaurs of the East CoastDavid B . Weishampel and Luther Young

“A wealth of information about the Eastern sea-board’s scattered dinosaur fossils, the area’s sur-prisingly common fossil footprints and tracks, and the collectors, both professional and amateur, who have discovered so much in an apparently unpromising region.” —Philadelphia Inquirer

1996 296 pp., 110 halftones 978-0-8018-5217-6 $27.00 paperback

The Rise of Fishes500 Million Years of Evolutionsecond edition

John A . Long“One could almost take this for a coffee-table book at first glance, so profusely and well is it il-lustrated . . . [It] is not just a scientific and edu-cational tool; it is also a visual celebration of the glories of biological diversity as seen in the fossil record.” —Nature


The Rise of Amphibians365 Million Years of Evolution

Robert CarrollHonorable Mention, Biological and Life Sciences, PROSE Awards, Professional and Scholarly Publishing Division, Association of American Publishers

“Should be on the bookshelf of anyone involved in vertebrate evolution . . . It is a first-choice ref-erence book that stimulates further studies and research.” —Systematic Biology




Herpetology and Ichthyology

The Rise of Horses55 Million Years of Evolution

Jens Lorenz Franzentranslated by kirsten M. Brown

One of the world’s leading experts on horse evolution traces the rise of the domesticated horse and its extant relatives and extinct ances-tors. Accessibly written and featuring full-color photographs and il-lustrations throughout, The Rise of Horses is the complete chronicle of the evolution of the equids.

2010 224 pp. 83 color photos, 27 color illustrations, 19 b&w photos, 41 line drawings 978-0-8018-9373-5 $65.00 hardcover

The Rise of AnimalsEvolution and Diversification of the Kingdom Animalia

Mikhail A . Fedonkin, James G . Gehling, Kathleen Grey, Guy M . Narbonne, and Patricia Vickers-Richforeword by Arthur C. Clarke

Winner, Victorian Premier’s Literary Prize for Science Writing

“It’s a beautiful book and the definitive account of the period . . . I love it and expect it to become a classic.” —New Scientist

2008 344 pp., 677 color illustrations 978-0-8018-8679-9 $77.00 hardcover

The Evolution of Artiodactylsedited by Donald R . Prothero and Scott E . Foss

“Without a doubt, for anyone working on artiodactyls this is an essential reference. This is the most up to date collection of work on fossil artio-dactyls, including those outside North America, published in decades.”

—PalArch’s Journal of Vertebrate Palaeontology


The Eponym Dictionary of ReptilesBo Beolens, Michael Watkins, and Michael GraysonEasy to use and filled with addictive—and highly useful—informa-tion about the people whose names will be carried into the future on the backs of the world’s reptiles, The Eponym Dictionary of Reptiles is a handy and fun book for professional and amateur herpetologists alike.

2011 312 pp. 978-1-4214-0135-5 $100.00 hardcover

Venomous Reptiles of the United States, Canada, and Northern MexicoHeloderma, Micruroides, Micrurus, Pelamis, Agkistrodon, SistrurusVolume 1

Carl H . Ernst and Evelyn M . ErnstThis book represents the latest research on these animals and includes the most extensive bibliography of literature on the subject. Anyone with an interest in venom, snakes, or herpetology in general will find a wealth of information within the pages of these impressive volumes.

2011 392 pp., 32 color photos, 58 b&w photos, 10 line drawings, 14 maps 978-0-8018-9875-4 $75.00 hardcover

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Ecology of Estuarine FishesTemperate Waters of the Western North Atlantic

Kenneth W . Able and Michael P . FahayThis comprehensive reference details the life history and ecology of the fish species that occupy the estuarine and coastal habitats along the eastern United States and Canada.


The Chinese AlligatorEcology, Behavior, Conservation, and Culture

John Thorbjarnarson and Xiaoming Wangforeword by George B. schaller

“Drs. Thorbjarnarson and Wang are the ideal scientists—and truly the best qualified—to write this book. The story of the Chinese alligator is interesting on its own, and it primes those new to crocodilian con-servation with what caused global declines of crocodilians and how crocodilian conservation has worked in many areas.”

—Lee Fitzgerald, Texas A&M University


TurtlesThe Animal Answer Guide

Whit Gibbons and Judy Greene“Gibbons and Greene have done a masterful job of assembling questions of great interest to many readers and providing detailed, interesting, and informative answers . . . Highly recommended.”

—Choice

2009 184 pp., 35 color photos, 64 halftones, 1 line drawing 978-0-8018-9350-6 $24.95 paperback

Turtles of the United States and Canadasecond edition

Carl H . Ernst and Jeffrey E . LovichOutstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“Ernst and Lovich have outdone themselves this time. The terms ‘monumental’ and of ‘epic proportions’ certainly come to mind . . . Truly amazing . . . This book is a real gem.”

—Turtle and Tortoise Newsletter

2009 840 pp., 240 color photos, 11 line drawings, 52 maps 978-0-8018-9121-2 $95.00 hardcover

Biology of AmphibiansWilliam E . Duellman and Linda Trueb“Duellman and Trueb truly review the biology of amphibians, cover-ing most conceivable topics from cytogenetics and development to biogeography and phylogeny . . . There is no recent textbook on amphibian biology that is worthy of comparison.” —Science

1994 696 pp. 978-0-8018-4780-6 $56.00 paperback

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Evolution

Ungulate TaxonomyColin Groves and Peter GrubbA group of special interest to mammalogists, taxonomists, and

systemicists, ungulates have proven difficult to classify. This compre-hensive review of the taxonomic relationships of artiodactyls and pe-rissodactyls brings forth new evidence in order to propose a theory of ungulate taxonomy.

2011 416 pp. 978-1-4214-0093-8 $100.00 hardcover

Animal Tool BehaviorThe Use and Manufacture of Tools by Animalsrevised and updated edition

Robert W . Shumaker, Kristina R . Walkup, and Benjamin B . Beckforeword by Gordon M. Burghardt

When published in 1980, Benjamin B. Beck’s Animal Tool Behavior was the first volume to catalog and analyze the complete literature on tool use and manufacture in non-human animals. In this revised and updated edition of the landmark publication, Shumaker and Walkup join Beck to reveal the current state of knowledge regarding animal tool behavior.

2011 304 pp., 94 b&w photos, 15 line drawings 978-0-8018-9853-2 $65.00 hardcover

What about Darwin?All Species of Opinion from Scientists, Sages, Friends, and Enemies Who Met, Read, and Discussed the Naturalist Who Changed the World

Thomas F . GlickOutstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“An invaluable source book on the reactions of important thinkers to Darwin’s ideas and to the man himself. In addition, [Glick] has created an entertaining volume that lends itself to browsing and to sparking un-likely connections.” —Choice

2010 552 pp. 978-0-8018-9462-6 $29.95 paperback

The Prism and the RainbowA Christian Explains Why Evolution Is Not a Threat

Joel W . MartinGod or Darwin? It is one of the most contentious conflicts of our time. It is also completely unnecessary, according to Joel W. Martin, an evolu-tionary biologist and ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church USA. In this slim but powerful book, Martin argues that it is not contradictory to be a practicing, faithful Christian who accepts the science of evolution.

2010 192 pp. 978-0-8018-9478-7 $20.00 hardcover

Charles DarwinThe Concise Story of an Extraordinary Man

Tim M . Berra“The ensemble of text and illustrations will render an indelible image of Darwin for those beginning to study him, and evolution, while a brief bibliography points the way to further exploration.” —Booklist

2008 144 pp., 16 color photos, 60 halftones 978-0-8018-9104-5 $19.95 hardcover

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Ecology

Ecology of Fragmented LandscapesSharon K . Collingeforeword by richard T. T. Forman

Not since Richard T. T. Forman’s classic Land Mosaics has there been a more comprehensive ex-amination of landscape fragmentation. Collinge defines fragmentation, explains its various causes, and suggests ways that we can put our lands back together.


The Nature of Being HumanFrom Environmentalism to Consciousness

Harold Fromm“Here is an utterly engrossing first-person account of a harrowing pilgrimage into the 21st century and its disturbing revelations about humankind’s truest nature.” —Joyce Carol Oates

2009 312 pp. 978-0-8018-9129-8 $35.00 hardcover

Lives of ConifersA Comparative Account of the Coniferous Trees

Graham R . Powell“A must read for anyone interested in exploring or teaching about the lives of conifers.”

—The Quarterly Review of Biology

2009 288 pp., 685 color photos 978-0-8018-9243-1 $52.00 hardcover

Terrestrial Vertebrates of PennsylvaniaA Complete Guide to Species of Conservation Concern

edited by Michael A . Steele, Margaret C . Brittingham, Timothy J . Maret, and Joseph F . MerrittA roadmap that reveals the Keystone State’s most sensitive species and what can be done to manage and conserve these important natural resources.


Gene Flow between Crops and Their Wild RelativesMeike S . Andersson and M . Carmen de Vicenteforeword by norman C. ellstrand

“A must-have book for anyone who is developing or regulating a transgenic crop.”

—Norman C. Ellstrand, author of Dangerous Liaisons?


Modern American EnvironmentalistsA Biographical Encyclopedia

edited by George A . Cevasco and Richard P . Harmondforeword by everett i. Mendelsohn

“A handy and in-depth reference work on American environmental leaders.”

—The Quarterly Review of Biology

2009 576 pp. 978-0-8018-9152-6 $110.00 hardcover


Ecology

Nested EcologyThe Place of Humans in the Ecological Hierarchy

Edward T . Wimberleyforeword by John F. haught

A pragmatic and functional approach to realizing a sustainable environmental ethic. Wimberley as-serts that a practical ecological ethic must focus on human decision making within the context of larger social and environmental systems.

2009 264 pp. 978-0-8018-9289-9 $30.00 paperback

Forest Ecosystemssecond edition

David A . Perry, Ram Oren, and Stephen C . HartOutstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“One of the truly major contributions to ecosys-tem science . . . Using straightforward language and simple, clear diagrams and tables, Perry high-lights significant concepts and theories of eco-system science and comprehensively reviews literature on forest ecosystems from the past 25 years.” —Choice

2008 632 pp. 17 color photos, 135 halftones, 244 line drawings 978-0-8018-8840-3 $85.00 hardcover

Life in the Chesapeake Baythird edition

Alice Jane Lippson and Robert L . Lippson“The region’s quintessential field and reference guide.” —Chesapeake Life Magazine

2006 344 pp., 10 illustrations, 16-page color insert 978-0-8018-8338-5 $27.00 paperback

Ornithology & Entomology

Second Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Maryland and the District of Columbia

edited by Walter G . Ellisonforeword by Chandler s. robbins

“An invaluable reference . . . A must have for bird-ers of the region!” —Guardian


Damselfly Genera of the New WorldAn Illustrated and Annotated Key to the Zygoptera

Rosser W . Garrison, Natalia von Ellenrieder, and Jerry A . Louton

“Makes readily available, for specialists and ama-teurs alike, access to one of the most beautiful groups of insects in nature.” —Edward O. Wilson

2010 528 pp., 2,788 illustrations 978-0-8018-9670-5 $125.00 hardcover

Dragonfly Genera of the New WorldAn Illustrated and Annotated Key to the Anisoptera

Rosser W . Garrison, Natalia von Ellenrieder, and Jerry A . LoutonWinner, Single Volume Reference/ Science, Professional and Scholarly Publishing Awards, Association of American Publishers

Outstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“The authors have produced original keys that are richly illustrated . . . An outstanding volume that will be a long-standing contribution.”

—American Entomologist

2006 384 pp., 1,650 illustrations 978-0-8018-8446-7 $100.00 hardcover


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2011 192 pp. 14 b&w photos, 40 line drawings, 14 graphs 978-0-8018-9985-0 $45.00 paperback

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Favorite Titles

Chimpanzee PoliticsPower and Sex among Apes25th anniversary editionFrans de Waal2007 256 pp., 135 b&w illustrations 978-0-8018-8656-0 $26.95 paperback

MammalogyAdaptation, Diversity, Ecologythird editionGeorge A . Feldhamer, Lee C . Drickamer, Stephen H . Vessey, Joseph F . Merritt, and Carey Krajewski2007 672 pp., 160 halftones, 350 line drawings 978-0-8018-8695-9 $99.50 hardcover

Owls of the United States and CanadaA Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior

Wayne Lynch2007 264 pp., 207 color photos, 19 maps 978-0-8018-8687-4 $39.95 hardcover

Turtles of the WorldFranck Bonin, Bernard Devaux, and Alain Duprétranslated by peter C. h. pritchard2006 416 pp., 300 color photos, 320 color maps 978-0-8018-8496-2 $52.00 hardcover

The Science of OrgasmBarry R . Komisaruk, Carlos Beyer-Flores, and Beverly Whipple2006 376 pp., 13 halftones, 2 line drawings 978-0-8018-8490-0 $27.00 hardcover

SquirrelsThe Animal Answer Guide

Richard W . Thorington, Jr ., and Katie E . Ferrell2006 208 pp., 116 illustrations 978-0-8018-8403-0 $25.95 paperback

Nature RevealedSelected Writings, 1949–2006

Edward O . Wilson


The Evolution of American Ecology, 1890–2000Sharon E . Kingsland2005 328 pp., 13 halftones 978-0-8018-9087-1 $25.00 paperback

Walker’s Marsupials of the WorldRonald M . Nowakintroduction by Christopher r. Dickman2005 240 pp., 137 halftones 978-0-8018-8211-1 $31.00 paperback

Walker’s Carnivores of the WorldRonald M . Nowakintroduction by David W. Macdonald and roland W. kays2005 328 pp., 225 illustrations 978-0-8018-8032-2 $31.00 paperback

Walker’s Marine Mammals of the WorldRonald M . Nowakforeword by John e. heyning. introduction by randall r. reeves and Brent s. stewart

2003 280 pp., 145 halftones 978-0-8018-7343-0 $31.00 paperback

Walker’s Mammals of the Worldsixth edition2-volume setRonald M . Nowak1999 2,015 pp., 1,550 illustrations 978-0-8018-5789-8 $157.00 hardcover

Walker’s Bats of the WorldRonald M . Nowakintroduction by Thomas h. kunz and elizabeth D. pierson1994 296 pp., 423 b&w photographs 978-0-8018-4986-2 $31.00 paperback

PlatypusThe Extraordinary Story of How a Curious Creature Baffled the World

Ann Moyal2004 248 pp. 8 color illustrations, 3 halftones, 25 line drawings 978-0-8018-8052-0 $20.00 paperback

Human WildlifeThe Life That Lives on Us

Dr . Robert Buckman2003 208 pp., 270 color photos 978-0-8018-7407-9 $26.00 paperback

Nature’s FlyersBirds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight

David E . Alexanderforeword by steven vogel2002 384 pp., 30 halftones, 67 line drawings 978-0-8018-8059-9 $35.00 paperback

Oak Forest EcosystemsEcology and Management for Wildlife

edited by William J . McShea and William M . Healy



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Able, Ecology of Estuarine Fishes 9Alexander, Nature’s Flyers 14Andersson, Gene Flow between Crops and Their Wild Relatives 11Archibald, Extinction and Radiation 7Ayala, Am I a Monkey? 4Benson, Wired Wilderness 13Beolens, The Eponym Dictionary of Mammals 5Beolens, The Eponym Dictionary of Reptiles 8Berra, Charles Darwin 10Bonin, Turtles of the World 14Buckman, Human Wildlife 14Carroll, The Rise of Amphibians 7Cevasco, Modern American Environmentalists 11Collinge, Ecology of Fragmented Landscapes 11Day, Field Guide to the Natural World of New York City 4Day, Field Guide to the Street Trees of New York City 2de Waal, Chimpanzee Politics 14Dorcas, Frogs 2Doty, The Great Pheromone Myth 13Duellman, Biology of Amphibians 9Eckhart, Mountain Gorillas 6Ellison, Second Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Maryland and the District of Columbia 12Ernst, Turtles of the United States and Canada 9Ernst, Venomous Reptiles of the United States, Canada, and Northern Mexico 8Fedonkin, The Rise of Animals 8Feldhamer, Mammalogy 14Franzen, The Rise of Horses 8Fromm, The Nature of Being Human 11Garrison, Damselfly Genera of the New World 12Garrison, Dragonfly Genera of the New World 12Gehrt, Urban Carnivores 5Gibbons, Turtles 9Glick, What about Darwin? 10Gregson, Understanding Mathematics 13Groves, Ungulate Taxonomy 10Harvey, Bats of the United States and Canada 5Helfman, Fishes 2Kells, A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes 2Kingsland, The Evolution of American Ecology, 1890–2000 14

Komisaruk, The Orgasm Answer Guide 4Komisaruk, The Science of Orgasm 14Kunz, Ecological and Behavioral Methods for the Study of Bats 6Lippson, Life in the Chesapeake Bay 12Long, The Rise of Fishes 7Lord, Capybaras 6Lumpkin, Rabbits 2Lynch, Owls of the United States and Canada 14Martin, The Prism and the Rainbow 10McCall, Physics of the Human Body 13McShea, Oak Forest Ecosystems 14Merritt, The Biology of Small Mammals 5Mouton, Unbiased Stereology 13Moyal, Platypus 14Naples, The Other Saber-tooths 7Nowak, Walker’s Bats of the World 14Nowak, Walker’s Carnivores of the World 14Nowak, Walker’s Mammals of the World 14Nowak, Walker’s Marine Mammals of the World 14Nowak, Walker’s Marsupials of the World 14Perry, Forest Ecosystems 12Powell, Lives of Conifers 11Power, The Evolution of Obesity 4Prothero, Catastrophes! 3Prothero, The Evolution of Artiodactyls 8Sanderson, Small Wild Cats 3Saxena, The Vegetarian Imperative 3Shumaker, Animal Tool Behavior 10Spotila, Saving Sea Turtles 3Steele, Terrestrial Vertebrates of Pennsylvania 11Thorbjarnarson, The Chinese Alligator 9Thorington, Squirrels 14Ungar, Mammal Teeth 5Walters, Write an Effective Funding Application 13Weishampel, Dinosaurs of the East Coast 7Weishampel, Transylvanian Dinosaurs 7Wilson, Kingdom of Ants 4Wilson, Nature Revealed 14Wimberley, Nested Ecology 12Zehr, Becoming Batman 4Zehr, Inventing Iron Man 3


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