Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:22:52 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-tiger-:-soul-of-india-349-113816.html From time immemorial, the tiger, India’s national animal, has been represented in various art forms. Valmik Thapar delves deep into the cult of the tiger to show how the animal resides in the very soul of the country’s cultural beliefs, myths, and legends. Exploring the close relationship between man and tiger forged over thousands of years, this book reveals almost every facet of this amazing animal: from 10,000-year-old cave paintings in Madhya Pradesh to Mohenjodaro seals, Mughal miniature paintings, and contemporary art to wild tigers today. Focusing on various depictions of the animal—on stone, wood, metal, paper, and more—Thapar reveals how the tiger was vital to the life of people across India. With close to 250 photographs showcasing the tiger in various art forms, this book for the first time enables the pursuit of research in different cultural facets of tiger imagery. Alongside art forms, there are spectacular pictures of wild tigers—the source of inspiration for countless generations. A testimony to the power and beauty of this majestic animal, this book reveals everything you ever wanted to know about the cultural history of the tiger from a man who spent 35 years following the tiger’s footsteps.

Author: VALMIK THAPAR  Publisher: OUP]]> Sun, 14 Nov 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/devil-s-teeth-349-99386.html Great white sharks are enigmas. They ruled the oceans long before dinosaurs inhabited the earth. Yet we know nothing about them. Scientists speculate they can live for 60 years and grow to a massive 20 feet long. They heal miraculously from severe injuries and can sense a heartbeat from miles. There is one place on earth where it is possible to study great whites in the wild: a spooky outcrop of jagged rocks off the coast of San Francisco. This wretched place plays home to a handful of shark-obsessed scientists. One man dives with the sharks, another plans to surf there. This is the riveting adventure about great white sharks, and men so obsessed that they will endanger their lives to get close.

Author: Casey, Susan  Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/naturalist-on-the-prowl-a-349-97320.html EHA, while being as knowledgeable as any naturalist, will make you smile or chuckle or laugh out loud. This was what made his books so entertaining, and so readable today, a hundred years after they first appeared. Ruskin Bond By pedigree the crab, I admit, is but a prawn which has curled its tail under its stomach and taken to walking; but no one who has lived much among crabs and associated with them, so to speak, can lump them with prawns and other shell-fish good for curry EHA Ruskin Bond reintroduces one of his favourite authors to readers in this beautiful new edition. One of the most popular naturalist-writers of his time, EHA (1851 1909) was one of the founding members of the Bombay Natural History Society. A Naturalist on the Prowl is full of delightful observations on the flora and fauna of the Western Ghats.

Author: EHA (Intro. by Ruskin Bond)  Publisher: VIKING]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/elephas-maximus-349-97319.html A vivid portrait of an animal that has captured the imagination of humans for millennia Elephas maximus, the majestic Asian elephant, is still revered in Indian religion and culture. Yet, unabated ivory poaching conjures up fears of a future when tuskless males may be all that survive and conservationists are fighting to preserve its endangered habitat as settlements expand. Fascinated by this regal animal and its unique relationship with humankind, Stephen Alter travelled extensively across India to explore its natural home, and its place in history and myth. Alter's search takes him from national parks where he observes elephants in the wild to the annual Sonepur Mela where they are bought and sold, to Kota where they once played a unique role in royal festivals. He charts the elephant in art, religion, folklore and the everyday world of India, bringing to life the complex past and troubled present of this majestic creature while offering hope for its future.

Author: Alter, Stephen  Publisher: PENGUIN]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/tribes-on-my-frontier-the-349-97321.html EHA, while being as knowledgeable as any naturalist, will make you smile or chuckle or laugh out loud. This was what made his books so entertaining, and so readable today, a hundred years after they first appeared. Ruskin Bond A parrot never forgets its dignity, and is in that unlike the monkey, which has no dignity to forget EHA Ruskin Bond reintroduces one of his favourite authors to readers in this beautiful new edition. One of the most popular naturalist-writers of his time, EHA (1851 1909) was one of the founding members of the Bombay Natural History Society. The Tribes on My Frontier is the author s witty and entertaining take on the tribes on his frontier the birds, beasts and insects that inhabited the general vicinity of his house in Dustypore .

Author: EHA (Intro. by Ruskin Bond)  Publisher: VIKING]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/running-sky-the-349-90966.html so he brilliantly restores us to the primacy of looking, the thrill of watching, and takes us outside, again and again, to stand – with or without binoculars – under the storm of life over our heads, and to marvel once more at what is flying about us.

Author: Dee, Tim  Publisher: Vintage]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/life-in-the-undergrowth-349-90967.html David Attenborough reveals a secret universe it is teeming with life and is all around us, yet we never see it. It is the world of the very small, and it is a world of sex, drugs and violence. Here David shows us not just bugs, beetles and creepy-crawlies, but scorpions and centipedes, mites and mantids, spiders and dragonflies. And not just life in the undergrowth, but the dramatic battles between predator and prey that are happening in the corner of your living room and in your larder. See magnificent spectacles: swarming antler moths; millions of desert locusts; a mountain of locusts. For every pound of humans on Earth, there are 300 pounds of insects.

Author: David Attenborough Productions Ltd  Publisher: BBC Books]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hippo-with-toothache-the-349-90968.html Meet Mohan, a rhino with painfully sore feet. And Patch, a falcon with a broken wishbone. And Kachina, a bear cub with brittle bones. Not to mention Alfredito, a hippo suffering from a sever bout of toothache. All these animals owe their lives to the dedicated zoo and wild animal vets who employ boundless ingenuity and expertise to care for them and who, in this beguiling book, tell the stories of their most memorable cases. They describe not only the meticulous detective work that goes into making a diagnosis but also the pioneering techniques they have developed. And they talk freely and movingly about the bonds they form with their exotic patients.. Whether it's one doctor's determined effort to save a critically ill lemur, the neurosurgeon who was persuaded to operate on a paralysed kangaroo, or the vet who refused to give up on an orphaned baby beluga whale, these are acts of rescue, kindness and co-operation that will warm every animal lover's heart.

Author: Mashima, Ted Y,Spelman, Lucy H  Publisher: Random House Books]]> Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/bharatpur-349-57262.html BHARATPUR

Author: EWANS MARTIN  Publisher: LUSTRE]]> Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/be-the-pack-leader-349-16148.html BE THE PACK LEADER

Author: MILLAN, CESAR  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/cats:-500-questions-answered-349-47566.html Cat lovers will appreciate the latest expert answers to over 500 questions about their pets, such as: What makes cats so different temperamentally from dogs? Why are cats territorial? Why are cats feature so prominently in religion and superstition? What accounts for the difference between day and night behavior? Along with the feline facts comes a dream portrait gallery featuring hundreds of photos of award-winners, chosen by a respected international judge. The accompanying text details the history, physical characteristics, personalities, and special features of each breed. Other candid photos show cats with their kittens, striking poses, jumping, playing, or just looking spoiled in the arms of their adoring owners.

Author: SANDS, DR DAVID  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/choosing-the-right-dog-for-you-349-47574.html Create wonderful rooms that will make your children the envy of all their friends! Rooms to suit all ages, from babies through to teenagers. Over 45 step-by-step projects, ranging from a toy-box train and a patchwork quilt to a space-motif mobile and an alcove desk. Includes handy storage tips and pointers on how children can help with the DIY. Features innovative decorating schemes and finishing touches so that you can get the look just right. Packed with practical advice on designing and decorating rooms for children of all ages, Creative Spaces for Kids offers: Great designs ranging from nurseries to teenage dens. Fresh and innovative ideas for spaces to sleep, play and learn in. Over 45 imaginative step-by-step projects, ranging from a lighthouse headboard and a rocket cupboard to a jungle wall mural and alphabet storage boxes. Advice on colours, materials, furniture, storage, flooring, lighting and more. Stylish tips for adding finishing touches to every room.

Author: BAILEY, GWEN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/choosing-the-right-fish-for-your-aquarium-349-47575.html Don' t put those White Cloud Mountain Minnows in with the Shubunkins And while both Yellow Longnose Butterflyfish and Common Clownfish love temperate, alkaline saltwater, the latter' s decidedly unfunny territorialism means they' ll peacefully coexist only in a larger tank. Deciding what fish to keep in your aquarium has never been easier, with this colorful, user-friendly guide to the world' s best fresh and saltwater aquarium fish. More than 200 species are profiled, encompassing everything from overall hardiness and life expectancy to compatibility with other fish, preferred habitats, water temperature and pH, and reproductive behavior. There are also dozens of species-specific tips for promoting health, equipment recommendations, and more.

Author: GAY, JEREMY  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/complete-guide-to-dog-breeds-349-47589.html COMPLETE GUIDE TO DOG BREEDS

Author: NA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/complete-guide-to-horse-breeds-349-47590.html COMPLETE GUIDE TO HORSE BREEDS

Author: NA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/dancing-with-dogs-349-47630.html Heelwork training is a rewarding experience that will help you bond with your best friend whilst creating an imaginative and fun show. This easy-to-follow book teaches you how to train your dog to perform simple but elaborate-looking dance routines. Teach him basic tricks, learn how to pick the music and choreograph the routine and try one of 15 dances. Step-by-step instructions are clearly illustrated to show you and your pooch how to enjoy this exciting new sport.

Author: RAY, MARY AND MCHUGH, ANDREA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/encyclopedia-of-the-horse-349-47652.html ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE HORSE

Author: NA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/essential-dog-349-47655.html With this empowering manual, we can learn how to tune in to the conversations we have with ourselves, change the negatives into positives, and transform our lives using our "inner coach." By modifying our "self-talk," we can learn to boost self-esteem, overcome self-limiting beliefs, encourage our best qualities, and attain the success and happiness we now only dream of. Recognizing your inner coach means separating out the unhelpful inner voices ("I need to be right," "I'm not good enough," "I'm afraid") and focusing on your inner champions ("I can handle this," "It's OK to make mistakes," "I own my own life"). With these strategies we can alter ingrained mental habits from the inside out, and build the ideal life we've always wanted.

Author: NA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/essential-horse-349-47656.html For the best practical advice on all aspects of horse ownership, "Essential Horse" is filled with expert guidance to help you truly care for your pet. As well as simple, clear advice on how best to look after your horse, this book contains a step-by-step guide to riding skills and detailed explanations of anatomy and physiology to help you understand your horse's needs and avoid potential injuries. With key stable skills, health and dietary advice and detailed analysis of dressage, showjumping and eventing for the advanced rider, "Essential Horse" will help to keep your pet healthy and happy throughout his life and keep you firmly in the saddle.

Author: MCBRANE, SUSAN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/fat-dog-thin-349-47660.html To maintain a good quality of life, dogs--like humans--need to stay in shape. But modern-day Fidos often eat too much and exercise too little. This holistic approach to canine weight control can solve the problem...for good. It's the first guide of its kind, easily accessible and practical, and filled with charts and checklists to monitor your pup's progress. Best-selling writer David Alderton explains how to maintain a dog's optimum health, what kinds of foods and feeding work best, and how to go about exercising your pet. Find out how age affects weight, how to plan for fitness, and how to prevent a relapse once the goal is reached. A listing of ideal weight by breed tells you what's right for your best friend.

Author: ALDERTON, DAVID  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/frogs-toads-of-the-world-349-47686.html 501 Must-Read Books is like the wisest, cleverest, best-read and most trusted friend you have ever had. The recommendations for inclusion in this book were made by bibliophile and writer with a peerless reputation. The reviews themselves were compiled by lecturers, writers and book lovers, sharing their pleasure, surprise or even indignation with the rest of us. Reading is of course subjective, but the reviewers have set aside their personal preferences to share their thoughts and impressions with bookmlovers everywhere. This comprehensive guide will inspire you to read more widely than you could have imagined and to explore previously untrodden aisles in your bookstore or library. In these pages you will find travel rubbing shoulders with memoir, modern and classic fiction nesting together, sci-fi and thrillers, children's books and history all gathered and reviewed in sometimes surprising but always stimulating essays.

Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-dog-tricks-349-47701.html Takes you through the various steps of the training process, showing you how to teach your dog to perform over 30 stunts.

Author: RAY, MARY  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-games-to-play-with-your-dog-349-47702.html HAC GAMES TO PLAY WITH YOUR DOG

Author: SANDS, DAVID  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-kitten-taming-349-47703.html Presents effective methods of kitten-proofing your home. This work offers instructions that show you how to deal with common behavioural hurdles, such as toilet training, using the cat flap and claw sharpening.

Author: DAVIS, TAYLOR  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-puppy-taming-349-47704.html A guide to raise a happy and obedient dog. It offers effective ways to train your dog and instructions that take you through topics ranging from housetraining to advanced obedience.

Author: DAVIS, CAROLINE  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-test-your-dogs-iq-349-47705.html HAC TEST YOUR DOGS IQ

Author: DAVIS, TAYLOR  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/hac-the-dog-directory-349-47706.html Suitable for dog-lovers of all ages, this book contains the important characteristics, key facts and unusual features of over 100 breeds of dogs.

Author: NEWKEY-BURDEN ,CHAS  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/horse-breeds-of-the-world-349-47735.html This title presents fascinating histories of 150 world horse and pony breeds, with everything you need to know from height to temperament. Horses and ponies from 50 countries are profiled, including detailed descriptions of their physique, personality, history and interesting facts. With stunning photography capturing these magnificent animals in their natural surroundings, this comprehensive guide is essential for any horse enthusiast.

Author: SWINNEY, NICOLA J  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/horse-riding-in-a-weekend-349-47736.html In as little as a single weekend, aspiring equestrians can begin a lifetime of enjoyment with help from this fully illustrated beginners' guide. From getting to know the horse to improving balance and coordination, every step in the novice rider' s education is patiently explained. The topics include building a bond of friendship and trust between horse and rider, the parts of a horse and its equipment, understanding the horse' s behavior, working with an instructor, safety issues, and basic health and grooming. Each lesson builds upon the ones before, so new riders gain confidence quickly. And once these riding basics have been mastered, it' s time to move onto more advance

Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-have-a-happy-cat-349-47741.html How can cat owners really be sure that their beloved kitty has the most "purr"-fect life possible? By using this information- and illustration-packed guide that contains the latest research into feline health and nutrition, and explains how to meet a cat's every important need. Find out how to read a cat's meows, tail flicks, and curious behaviors. Discover fun ideas for keeping him active and mentally stimulated. Learn how to deal with such vexing situations as visiting the vet or introducing a new animal to the family. Create a cat-friendly house and garden, try out delicious recipes to keep kitty fit, and see how to care for him as he ages. Your pet will enjoy the pampered life he so richly deserves.

Author: MCHUGH, ANDREA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/how-to-have-a-happy-dog-349-47743.html What makes a happy dog? An owner who understands Fido's wants and needs and can accurately read the animal's behavior. Andrea McHugh, co-author of the bestselling "Dog Tricks," provides sensitive guidance on how to ensure that man's best friend feels secure and welcome in his home. Using the most up-to-date research available, she offers advice for those with a new puppy, taking on a rescue dog, moving to a new house, expecting a baby, or introducing a pet to the pack, as well as for those who simply want to pamper their pooch. There's information on exercise and grooming, feeding a dog properly, providing human and canine companionship, training, veterinary care, and more. Every chapter includes important "pullout" quotes that are musts to remember.

Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/know-your-dog-jkt-plc--349-47778.html Why does your dog bark at strangers and lick your face? This book reveals the secrets of your dog's behaviour and helps you understand his mind. It helps you understand what effect training, petting and other interactions have on your dog.

Author: SANDS, DAVID  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-dog-is-a-genius-349-47812.html Whether you have a prize-winning poodle or a much-loved mongrel this practical, fascinating and fun book shows you how to bring out the inner genius in your dog. Begin by learning to understand his natural abilities and in-bred talents, then assess how clever he really is with the relevant step-by-step tests and experiments provided by each chapter, such as proving your dog can count, testing your pet's memory and improving his obedience to words and commands. Filled with useful advice on how to improve your dog's faculties and featuring great games for you and your pet to enjoy, "My Dog is a Genius" helps keep his brain sharp and you both entertained.

Author: TAYLOR, DAVID  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-dog-s-journal-349-47813.html From the moment you bring your pet pooch home, this action-packed activity album grows week by week into a cool, unique and totally personal record of your best friend's fun-filled days. Part journal, part filing cabinet, part training manual, it's kind of like the scrapbook your dog would keep if he/she wasn't too busy chewing the furniture, chasing cats and digging holes in your garden There is also lots of helpful advice about how to keep him healthy and happy. There are plenty of fun activities, from making your canine companion the star of his/her own home movie to doggie games and makeovers, plus bagfuls of essential training tips

Author: POWELL, MICHAEL  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/pamper-your-pooch-349-47837.html PAMPER YOUR POOCH

Author: WHITEHEAD, SARAH  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-city-dog-349-47919.html The city hound faces many challenges. He may have to adapt to a small living space and face a myriad of distracting sights and sounds, including traffic, shopping malls and public transport. Raising a happy and obedient city dog requires planning, training and this book! Choose the right canine companion for your city home, train him for every situation that modern urban life can throw at him and turn him into the perfect dog-about-town.

Author: WHITEHEAD, SARAH  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-perfect-aquarium-349-47937.html Everything the first time fish-keeper needs to know to set up a tank. Clear, easy-to-follow instructions help you create and develop your aquarium - whether it's coldwater, tropical or marine. Charts and tables show how to deal with ailments and diseases, and there's a guide to the most common fish. There are profiles of over 100 tropical, marine and coldwater fish, as well as plants and invertebrates.

Author: GAY, JEREMY  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-perfect-puppy-349-47938.html Gwen Bailey's bestselling puppy care guide has helped hundreds of thousands of owners throughout the world raise a problem-free dog. Now, updated with the latest findings in canine behaviour and a completely new user-friendly design, this revised edition will teach you how to raise a problem-free dog. From housetraining to playing games, it will show you how to teach your dog good manners and build his confidence with the world around him. There are step-by-step training and socialization plans as well as a guide to understanding and preventing biting, chewing and other problems. If you want your puppy to develop into a happy, well-behaved and friendly adult dog, you cannot afford to be without this book.

Author: BAILEY, GWEN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-child-s-dog-349-47988.html YOUR CHILD'S DOG

Author: MCHUGH, ANDREA  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/your-dog-349-47989.html You can' t teach an old dog new tricks-- but he can teach us a thing or two Here' s an entertaining and insightful appreciation of man' s (and woman' s) best friend with a simple premise: if we based our behavior more closely on Fido' s wonderful qualities, we could live better, happier, more spiritual lives. The many ways dogs relate to their human friends are explored, from the days of puppy love to lasting loyal companionship. Discover ways to enjoy life more and " wag our tails; " let loose with some " hot diggity dog" enthusiasm; or just " work like a dog" and get the job done right. Full of endearing photographs and quotes that capture the essence of our dog buddies, this gift is perfect for anyone who' s ever played fetch.

Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-complete-guide-to-cat-breeds-349-76650.html THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO CAT BREEDS

Author: VIV FOSTER  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/my-dog-things-he-s-human-349-76946.html It's been said that you shouldn't make the mistake of treating your dogs like a human, or they'll treat you like a dog. Nevertheless, lots of pooches are picky eaters or couch potatoes, as well as best friend and confident. In MY DOG THINKS HE'S HUMAN, a veterinarian offers ideas for keeping dogs active and content, without offering them the master bedroom. From choosing a puppy to training Rover to ignore the postman, here are a vet's best tips and tricks for keeping a happy, healthy pet.

Author: PETER WEDDERBURN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/why-is-my-cat-doing-that--349-78534.html Whether it's drinking from inappropriate places, abusing furniture, playing with things she shouldn't or toileting indoors, your cat is bound to do something that you find odd or antisocial. Understanding this behaviour is the first step to curing naughty habits and achieving a happy cat. Written by Britain's foremost feline behavioural expert, this book focuses on troublesome cat behaviour. It gives clear explanations about what your cat's thinking when she acts in the way she does, explains those actions you might find unusual and provides advice on how to prevent and cure her 'bad' habits. Can you really afford to be without it?

Author: BAILEY, GWEN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/why-is-my-dog-doing-that--349-78535.html Whether it's chewing inappropriate things, stealing food, chasing cyclists or being over-possessive with toys, all dogs do something that their owner finds strange or antisocial. Understanding this behaviour is the first step to curing naughty habits and achieving a happy household hound. From the author of the bestselling "What is My Dog Thinking?", this book focuses on troublesome and odd behaviour in the same easy-to-use format. It gives clear explanations about what your dog's thinking when he acts in the way he does and provides tips on how to prevent and cure his 'bad' habits. Can you really afford to be without it?

Author: BAILEY, GWEN  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-joy-of-cats-349-78573.html al for feline devotees, this feast of cat worship gathers together the numerous authors and thinkers from throughout the ages who have written about cats. From Darwin, Twain, and Wordsworth to Lewis Carroll, T. S. Eliot, and Edward Lear, an astounding range of personalities have not only had deep relationships with cats, but also put pen to paper to explain just how wonderful that relationship can be. Cats have padded silently into our hearts, bringing with them their grace, independence, and essential mystery, and this enthralling collection seeks to unveil how and why humans have become so fond of these delightful creatures.

Author: HADDON, CELIA  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/a-puppy-called-aero-349-78846.html About the Book Struggling with ADHD and always in trouble, Liam felt like a lost cause. Until a puppy called Aero turned his life around. Liam Creed seemed like a lost cause. He was excluded from school more times than he can remember, his outbursts got him into trouble, he faced a constant struggle with medication, and his family were driven to despair. All because he was born with an inability to sit still and concentrate: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Liam thought his life was destined for failure. Until, one life-changing day, he met a mischievous bundle of energy called Aero. Aero and Liam developed a special bond. As Liam struggled to train the mischievous dog, for once he didn’t feel useless and afflicted. Against the odds, Liam made an inspirational breakthrough in his own condition and learned to believe in the future.

Author: CREED, LIAM  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/puppy-parenting-349-78847.html Give your dog the best start to life with Dr Scott Miller's guide to raising the perfect puppy. All your questions are answered and concerns quelled with this friendly and authoritative guide to puppy care, which also contains features on puppy psychology and debunking popular myths. Follow "Puppy Parenting's" clear chronological format and learn what to expect at each stage of your pet's development, as well as how you can deal with behavioural and health issues. Case studies demonstrate real life problems and solutions and allow you to compare your experiences to those of other's, including Dr Miller's, as he raises his own troublesome terrier, Betty.

Author: MILLER, DR SCOTT  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-joy-of-cats-349-79100.html al for feline devotees, this feast of cat worship gathers together the numerous authors and thinkers from throughout the ages who have written about cats. From Darwin, Twain, and Wordsworth to Lewis Carroll, T. S. Eliot, and Edward Lear, an astounding range of personalities have not only had deep relationships with cats, but also put pen to paper to explain just how wonderful that relationship can be. Cats have padded silently into our hearts, bringing with them their grace, independence, and essential mystery, and this enthralling collection seeks to unveil how and why humans have become so fond of these delightful creatures.

Author: HADDON, CELIA  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/dewey-349-79101.html How many lives can one abandoned kitten touch? This is the heart-warming and unforgettable story of a truly idiosyncratic cat with a strong sense of loyalty and love, and a taste for fast-food. When he was just a few weeks old, Dewey Readmore Books was shoved through the book returns slot of his local library in a sleepy town. Starving, terrified and bruised after being battered by falling books, Dewey curled up into the arms of the library director Vicky. Vicky was a single mother who had escaped a violent husband and was struggling to bring up her little girl Jodi alone. Vicky fell in love with the little bundle of fur in her arms and campaigned to allow Dewey to stay and become the library cat. She didnt know what she was letting herself in for Deweys arrival transformed Vicky and Jodis lives, as well as the staff at the library and eventually the fortunes of an entire town. Dewey was an instant hit with the library regulars and had an amazing instinct to cuddle up close to visitors that were going through a tough time.Vicky tells the incredible story of one severely disabled, wheelchair bound girl that Dewey took a shine to and how he would climb inside her jacket as she giggled hysterically and her eyes, usually almost catatonic, burst into life. He supervised childrens reading groups and ensured no child felt left out by snuggling into the laps of any outsiders. He was a ball of mischievous energy and relished in turning the hitherto quiet and predictable routines of the library upside down. Dewey became the towns number one attraction and he began regularly appearing in the national and international media. Fans from all over the world visited the small town to pay homage to the world's most beloved cat.

Author: MYRON, VICKI  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/dewey-349-79983.html How many lives can one abandoned kitten touch? This is the heart-warming and unforgettable story of a truly idiosyncratic cat with a strong sense of loyalty and love, and a taste for fast-food. When he was just a few weeks old, Dewey Readmore Books was shoved through the book returns slot of his local library in a sleepy town. Starving, terrified and bruised after being battered by falling books, Dewey curled up into the arms of the library director Vicky. Vicky was a single mother who had escaped a violent husband and was struggling to bring up her little girl Jodi alone. Vicky fell in love with the little bundle of fur in her arms and campaigned to allow Dewey to stay and become the library cat. She didnt know what she was letting herself in for Deweys arrival transformed Vicky and Jodis lives, as well as the staff at the library and eventually the fortunes of an entire town. Dewey was an instant hit with the library regulars and had an amazing instinct to cuddle up close to visitors that were going through a tough time.Vicky tells the incredible story of one severely disabled, wheelchair bound girl that Dewey took a shine to and how he would climb inside her jacket as she giggled hysterically and her eyes, usually almost catatonic, burst into life. He supervised childrens reading groups and ensured no child felt left out by snuggling into the laps of any outsiders. He was a ball of mischievous energy and relished in turning the hitherto quiet and predictable routines of the library upside down. Dewey became the towns number one attraction and he began regularly appearing in the national and international media. Fans from all over the world visited the small town to pay homage to the world's most beloved cat.

Author: MYRON, VICKI  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/a-dog-s-life-349-80216.html tin Clunes is happy to admit that with Mary, it was love at first sight; her soft, brown eyes, her perfect figure and that unstoppable wagging tail. As cocker spaniels go, she was perfect. Mary was soon joined in the Clunes' household by Tina, another cocker, and Arthur, a black Labrador. Reminiscent of "Marley & Me," the dynamics between the three dogs makes hilarious reading--puppy classes, Scrufts, and the competition for top dog status (and even Martin has to fight for this), which leads to visits from a dog psychologist. His passion for dogs inspired Martin to embark on a journey of discovery about their ancestors, both wild--the painted dogs of Tanzania--and extremely tame--the members of the Beverley Hills Mutt Club. With his trademark warmth and humor, Martin describes meeting a worldwide cast of doggie characters, and how humans have shaped the dog world as we know it today. One thing is certain--he will never see Mary, Tina, and Arthur in quite the same way again.

Author: CLUNES, MARTIN  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/a-member-of-the-family-349-80217.html A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY

Author: MILLAN, CESAR  Publisher: H&S]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/wild-horses-of-the-world-349-80326.html A beautifully illustrated celebration of the wild horses of the world. From herds of mustang on the North American plains to the hardy Brumby of Australia, throughout the globe there are horses that roam free. Discover a whole new world and read the fascinating stories of these breeds: their history, the landscape they live in, how they survive and the efforts made to protect them. Each breed is illustrated with stunning photography that captures the true nature of these beautiful

Author: HARRIS, MOIRA C.  Publisher: OPG]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/sprint-of-the-blackbuck-349-62986.html The Blackbuck is the quarterly journal of the Madras Naturalists’ Society—a group of wildlife enthusiasts, both amateur and professional—and first appeared in the early 1980s. Devoted to the preservation of species whose natural habitats are threatened by relentless urbanization, it has over the years provided a forum for members to authentically document their observations and share their views. This collection of pieces, selected by Theodore Baskaran, celebrates twenty-five years of Blackbuck’s publication. The articles are presented under the four main sections: Wildlife, Habitats, Conservation Issues and Documenting Wildlife. Brimming with perceptive insights, the essays range from M. Krishnan’s engaging account of the rapidly vanishing sloth bear to Janaki Lenin’s compelling narration of her experiences living on the edge of a stretch of scrubland; from E.R.C. Davidar’s instructive recollections on how to track leopards to T.N.A. Perumal’s helpful tips on photographing creatures in the wild. Other contributors include Madhav Gadgil, Preston Ahimaz, P.K. Uthaman and K.K. Neelakantan. Running through these articles is a palpable sense of the urgency needed to protect India’s dwindling wildlife. Combining scientific analyses with personal reflections, this collection is a tribute to what M. Krishnan calls the ‘revitalizing power of an interest in nature . . .’ and the commitment of this dedicated group of writers to preserving India’s flora and fauna.

Author: Bhaskaran, S. Theodore (Edited By)  Publisher: PENGUIN]]> Tue, 25 May 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/say-goodbye-to-the-cuckoo-349-64630.html Everyone knows the story of the prodigal son - or do they? In this fascinating book, skilled communicators J. John and Chris Walley give a new twist to an old story. THE RETURN is a three-part exploration of this most loved parable, combining fiction, Bible study and real-life testimony to open up this timeless story and its themes of grace and reconciliation.

Author: John, J./Walley, Chris  Publisher: Hodder]]> Thu, 06 May 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-man-eating-wolves-of-astha-349-64499.html The man eating wolves of Ashta, is the true story of a pack of man eating wolves that appeared suddenly in the Sehore district of the state of Madhya Pradesh, in central India. These woves accounted for the deaths of 17 children within the span of less than three months and struck terror in an area roughly the size of state of Delhi. About Author : Ajay Singh Yadav Born in 1954 at Mathura and studied at Scindia School Gwalior, and Hansraj College Delhi. M.A. in English LiT. FROM dELHI uNIVERSITY IN 1976. Served as Collector of Sehore and Shahdol district. Contents : Life as a gun toting Collector Mounting Panic The Man Eater impact on village life The first council of War The first encounter Dr. Haider Gets his quarry Roop Singh has his day The Bullock cart ride Shahjade Makes his appearance A duck shooting interlude

Author: Ajay Singh Yadav  Publisher: SHRISHTI PUBLICATIONS]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/wild-tales-from-the-wild-349-57473.html For the weary urban dweller, the verdant Mangala valley near the Bandipur National Park in Karnataka, would seem like a haven of peace and tranquillity. Appearances could not be more deceptive, as Saad Bin Jung discovered after forsaking his life in the city for a stone cottage in the valley. If the surrounding jungles were teeming with wildlife of every variety, the life that the humans of the area led was no less wild. About Author : Saad Bin Jung has spent more than twenty years travelling through the forests of India and Africa. When ill health compelled him to give up his first career of professional cricket, he turned to his other passion- wildlife. Today, in addition to the Bush Betta resort, he also runs angling and adventure camps in different jungles and Bush Betta trekking adventures. Contents : Acknowledgements Foreword Introduction Map and General Information on Bandipur National Park Mangla A Difficult Welcome A Tigers family for neighbours An unpleasant Bully The first Safari Torn Ears and Other Animals The Sloth Bear of Kardi Betta Killer The Bandipur Elephants The Mangala Tiger Snakes and Other Anecdotes Shampoo and chcocolate The Human Jungle Mr. B. An Expert in the family Narrations of a tribal smuggler epilogue

Author: SAAD BIN JUNG  Publisher: LOTUS]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/wild-india:-the-wildlife-and-landscapes-of-india-349-57594.html From lush rainforests in the south to the ice-caps of the Himalayas in the north, the vaired landscapes of the Indian subcontinent are home to a great diversity of wildlife. Wild India includes: Exciting mammals such as tiger, elephant and leopard, along with a host of other equally fascinating species of animals, brids, insects and plants A Gudie to different types of landscape and each of India's primary habitats and the flora and fauna they support,alongside an examination of contemporary conservation issues More than 200 spectacular colour photographs that celebrate the nature heritage of India and Nepal About Author : Gerald Cubitt is one of the world's leading natural history photographers and his outstanding portrayals of the wildlife and wilderness areas of Asia and Africa have been justly acclaimed. Specially commissioned to provide the photogaphs for Wild India, he and his wife, Janet, traveled widely throughout India to capture the stunning images seen in this book. The Late Guy Mountfort was a founder of the World Wide Fund for Nature and was a leader in launching a worldwide campaing to sae the tiger from extinction. An authority on species preservation, he was involved in the creation of many wildlife reserves and national parks in Asia. He died in 2003 aged 97. Hashim Tyabji is a leading Indian naturalist and conservationists, and includes tiger conservation and ornithoogy among his special interests. He has updated Guy Mountfort's text and written a new preface that reflects the conservation issues facing the subcontinent today. Contents : Preface Foreword Introduction The Legacies of Invasion Geography and Climate Vegetation and the Monsoon The Riches of Wildlife A Paradise for Birds The Cold-blooded Creatures The Threatened Environment The Himalayas The Indo-Gangetic Plain The Deccan Index

Author: GUY MOUNTFORT  Publisher: LUSTRE]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/the-story-of-indian-tiger-349-57701.html Kailash Sankhala, whose name is inextricably linked with that of the Indian tiger, assesses Project Tiger and its success in protecting the tiger in India from extinction. Read about Project Tiger, set up as a conservation project by the Government of India,and (in Sankhala's own words) 'see' this superb beast through Sankhala's superb photographs.

Author: SANKHALA KAILASH  Publisher: LUSTRE]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/labrador-retriever-:-128-pg-pets-series-349-57817.html LABRADOR RETRIEVER : 128 PG PETS SERIES

Publisher: REBO]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:30:00 +0100 http://www.bookvook.com/book/details/rabbits:-128pg-pet-series-349-57818.html RABBITS: 128PG PET SERIES

Author: H. L. SCHIPPERS  Publisher: REBO]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:30:00 +0100