Download or read book Spider s Big Catch written by Gary E. Anderson and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2002-06-24 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Just as he did in his first book, Spider’s Night on the Boom, Gary Anderson takes aim at the both the heart strings and the funny bone in this new collection of stories from one of the Midwest’s premiere humorists. With his latest batch of stories, Anderson turns his unique blend of humor and poignancy to subjects as diverse as the importance of keeping promises to children, the incredible “Don’t Boil Over” diet, the intricacies of Quantum Fishing, and how to get free if you ever find yourself hanging upside down by a boot heel from the top of an eight-foot chain link fence. The laughter and tears will flow as Anderson gently guides you through these forty tales of the silly and sublime.
Download or read book Spider Physiology and Behaviour written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-11-29 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This latest volume in this series contains articles on Arachnid Physiology and Behaviour. The papers in this special issue give rise to key themes for the future. Contributions from the leading researchers in entomology Discusses Arachnid physiology and behavior Includes in-depth reviews with valuable information for a variety of entomology disciplines
Download or read book Spiders Read Along written by Christopher Nicholas and published by Phoenix International Publications, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-01-01 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wonder why spiders don't get trapped in their own webs? Or which female spiders eat their male partners after mating with them? Or how spiders escape their enemies? Explore this exciting book for answers to questions you'll be glad we askedplus Did You Know? fun facts and loads of vivid, dramatic illustrations.
Download or read book Common Spiders of North America written by Richard A. Bradley and published by University of California Press. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spiders are among the most diverse groups of terrestrial invertebrates, yet they are among the least studied and understood. This first comprehensive guide to all 68 spider families in North America beautifully illustrates 469 of the most commonly encountered species. Group keys enable identification by web type and other observable details, and species descriptions include identification tips, typical habitat, geographic distribution, and behavioral notes. A concise illustrated introduction to spider biology and anatomy explains spider relationships. This book is a critical resource for curious naturalists who want to understand this ubiquitous and ecologically critical component of our biosphere.
Download or read book The Book of Knowledge written by and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Book of Knowledge written by Arthur Mee and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Spider Stories written by Hildegunn Hodne and published by Australian Scholarly Publishing. This book was released on 2023-02-03 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book about spiders and arachnophobia. With a touch of humour, deep curiosity and an artist’s eye the author examines her phobia and the object of her fear. What is a spider? What makes these eight-legged creatures so scary? To understand her own reactions to spiders better she describes her past and present encounters with them. The story takes her back to her childhood in Norway and the USA, to holidays in Spain and Portugal, to travels around Australia, and to her relocation in Tasmania. She focuses on Australian spiders while including fine examples of these astonishing creatures from elsewhere. Hildegunn Hodne, originally from Norway, now calls Tasmania home. She works as a freelance illustrator, writer and portrait artist with studio space in the small village of Chudleigh, Northern Tasmania. To ensure she continues to encounter spiders and local wildlife she also works as a gardener. Spider Stories: My Journey from Phobia to Fascination is her first book. She’s currently working on a new book project, focusing on birds and travels. For more examples of Hildegunn’s artwork please visit her website: hildegunnhodne.com
Download or read book Scientific American Supplement written by and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Biology of Spiders written by Rainer Foelix and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2011-05-05 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the only books to treat the whole spider, from its behavior and physiology to its neurobiology and reproductive characteristics, Biology of Spiders is considered a classic in spider literature. First published in German in 1979, the book is now in its third edition, and has established itself as the supreme authority on these fascinating creatures. Containing five hundred new references, this book incorporates the latest research while dispelling many oft-heard myths and misconceptions that surround spiders. Of special interest are chapters on the structure and function of spider webs and silk, as well as those on spider venom. A new subchapter on tarantulas will appeal especially to tarantula keepers and breeders. The highly accessible text is supplemented by exceptional, high-quality photographs, many of them originals, and detailed diagrams. It will be of interest to arachnologists, entomologists, and zoologists, as well as to academics, students of biology, and the general reader curious about spiders.
Download or read book Catching the Wind written by Norman Yee and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-10-08 with total page 728 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspiring memoir, spanning 73 years, from humble beginnings to becoming the head of Fiji's civil aviation regulator, and participating with ICAO in the introduction of new technologies (such as GPS) which made aviation safer and more effi cient locally regionally and internationally. And a rare expose into the personal lives of a Chinese migrant family living in Fiji, of childhood escapades, of love and marriage, as well as Norman's incredible spiritual experiences where in mid-career, God intervened dramatically and changed his whole outlook on life A book to inspire you to ?Catch the Wind? of your dreams of a successful life.
Download or read book Know It Alls Spiders written by Christopher Nicholas and published by Twin Sisters®. This book was released on 2017-03-02 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features stunning covers and engaging text, this book puts the spotlight on Spiders! Did you know that some spiders are big enough to eat frogs, lizards and small birds? Awesome life-like illustrations and informative stat boxes, filled with interesting facts, make this 24-page book fun and exciting for young science enthusiasts age 4 and up! Titles in the Know-It-Alls! Series include: Butterflies, Crocodiles, Dinosaurs, Farm Animals, Safari Babies, Snakes, Sharks, Spiders, Whales, Wolves, Puppies, Wild Cats, Bugs, Birds of Prey, Fish, Frogs, Apes, Seals, Bats, Bears, Predators, Mummies, Volcanoes, Lizards, Kittens and Horses.
Download or read book The Structure and Habits of Spiders written by J. H. Emerton and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Structure and Habits of Spiders" by J. H. Emerton. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Download or read book Effective Grant Writing and Program Evaluation for Human Service Professionals written by Francis K. O. Yuen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-10-09 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A state-of-the-art guide for developing grants witha strong emphasis on using program outcome measurement to underscore need and accountability Based on the authors' many years of experience in the public and nonprofit sectors, Effective Grant Writing and Program Evaluation for Human Service Professionals integrates the topics of grant proposal writing and program evaluation, offering grant seekers the practical guidance they need to develop quality proposals, obtain funding, and demonstrate service results and accountability. The authors clearly and succinctly illustrate and describe each stage of the grant writing and evaluation process. Problems or issues that arise frequently are highlighted and followed by specific advice. In addition, numerous real-world examples and exercises are included throughout the book to give readers the opportunity for reflection and practice. This timely reference incorporates a strengths perspective, providing: An inside look at the grant writing and evaluation processes, with insights from experienced grant writers, agency administrators, foundation program managers, and grant reviewers Specific examples of successful grant proposals and evaluation plans and instruments serving as models for learning and practice Field-tested individual and group exercises that facilitate the development of grant writing and evaluation skills Discussion of electronic technology in grant writing and evaluation, including writing and submitting grant proposals online, and identifying funding sources This grant writing and program evaluation guide follows a needs-driven, evidence-based, result-oriented, and client-centered perspective. Its authoritative discussion equips human service professionals to effectively develop grants with a strong emphasis on measuring program outcomes.
Download or read book Wild in the Backyard written by Arefa Tehsin and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2015-12-23 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the secret world of your wild pets! Ever wondered why this world’s called a rat race? Why does your teacher call you the chatter bird of the class? How did those dratted lice get in your hair? Let's find out the answers to these and more in this exciting one-of-a-kind backyard-jungle book. Wilderness and wildlife aren’t just confined to the forests; there is a whole lot of wild in our own backyards! Some of these critters are awake with you in the day. Others wake up when you go to bed... Discover the hunters and the hunted, the diggers and the tunnellers, the raptors and the roaches, roaming around under our very noses. Say hi to them and take a look at their home, which, incidentally, is also ours.
Download or read book Spiders of Southern Africa written by Astri Leroy and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2012-05-25 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spiders of southern Africa provides sharp insight into the complex, often mysterious and always fascinating world of spiders. This edition has been revised and updated to reflect the latest available taxonomic information. It covers a wide range of topics: informative features on the origins of arachnids, their bewildering variety, their classification into families and genera and their invertebrate relatives; a study of the physical and behavioural characteristics of spiders, the main groups and dangerous species, and a chapter on finding and studying spiders. Species accounts detail the most commonly seen and most interesting spiders of the region. Lavishly illustrated with colour photographs, the body text is supplemented by a variety of special-interest panels, making it both informative and user-friendly.
Download or read book Scientific American written by and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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