Ordered by the King to rebuild their castle for use against the rebellious Welsh, Lady Eiluned and her husband borrow from Bonomy, a handsome moneylender with whom Eiluned soon falls in love

Eleven years after her young son mysteriously disappeared, Paul is miraculously returned, but Anna Lange and her family find their joy taking a dark turn because of Paul's odd behavior and by someone who will do anything to keep the truth a secret. Reprint.

Product Description: Produced in cooperation with the Smithsonian Institution University Press, this up-to-date and extensive work covers the turtles of the world with over 1000 unique full-colour photographs and video movies. All 288 species and 195 subspecies known to date - both aquatic and terrestrial - are included, with revised taxonomy...read more

Exploring Southeast Asia is made easy in Frommer's guide to the region, which includes the most up-to-date maps, etiquette tips and cultural insights, basic stats on the ten nations of the region, and advice on how to plan everything from a tour of ancient ruins in Cambodia to a trek through a Philippine rain forest. Original.

Providing a sensible, objective, consumer's guide to travel, these easy-to-use travel handbooks provide useful evaluations of local hotels, attractions, and restaurants in all price ranges, honest advice on local attractions that are worth the time and money, detailed maps, tips on special events and festivals, and extensive information on local shopping, sports, nightlife, and other activities.

An illustrated study of the biological characteristics, habits, and habitats of seventy-nine turtle species and subspecies

An informative series that provides, in a concise format, better understanding of animals and their habitats. Fascinating in its diversity, the natural world comes to life on the pages of these spec tacularly illustrated volumes.

Based on more than twenty years of research in the field and in museum collections, Reptiles of North Carolina is the definitive work on the 71 reptile species found in the state. It is an indispensable resource for herpetologists, zoologists, ecologists, and wildlife managers, and it will be enjoyed by amateur naturalists as well. For each species the authors offer a description that includes characteristics useful in distinguishing the species from similar ones and information on the variation, distribution, and natural history of the species in the state. Each account is accompanied by a range map and at least one detailed drawing that shows characteristics important for identification. A section of color photographs aids in identification of reptiles.

Product Description: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process...read more

Product Description: A new year. A new millennium. And a new set of Total Horoscopes with all the predictions you need...For nearly two decades, Total Horoscopes have given readers a glimpse of the year ahead, in individual books for each sign which include:* 18 months of daily forecasts* Complete yearly, daily, and weekly overviews for 2000* A bonus section on lucky numbers* A sneak preview of the 21st century* Advice on romance, money and health matter...read more

Product Description: This book showcases over forty of the most fascinating nonvenomous and venomous snakes from North America and throughout the world.  In addition to John Netherton's spectacular color photographs, David Badger's vivid, nontechnical text brings you into the world of snakes by detailing their behavior and characteristics, the curious relationship between snakes and humans, and the threats facing snakes...read more

Exploring Southeast Asia is made easy in Frommer's guide to the region, which includes the most up-to-date maps, etiquette tips and cultural insights, basic stats on the ten nations of the region, and advice on how to plan everything from a tour of ancient ruins in Cambodia to a trek through a Philippine rain forest. Original.

Situated at the junction of four major physiographic divisions of North America, Texas provides many varied habitats for amphibians and reptiles.In this new edition of Amphibians and Reptiles of Texas, James R. Dixon adds to and updates the extensive information given in the highly valued first edition published in 1987. The many helpful features of this book include an updated listing of the literature on Texas amphibians and reptiles and a brief history of important herpetological publications, investigators, and authors.This volume covers more than 150 years of inquiry and is testimony to the careers of many distinguished herpetologists, including French botanist Jean Louis Berlandier, who encountered Texas herpetofauna during his travels from 1828 to 1834.More than 150 maps show the distribution records for Texas herpetofauna. The book also contains an identification key supplemented by drawings, photographs, a glossary, and scientific and common names to aid both professional and amateur herpetologists.For this new edition Dixon has added a section on conservation issues that highlights the threats to the continued survival of amphibians and reptiles, particularly commercial collecting and habitat destruction.Herpetologists, environmentalists, wildlife specialists, and all those who love the outdoors will find this guide invaluable for identifying and understanding the species they encounter.