Here is an original and exciting new guide to some of the most inhospitable places on Earth. Superb, full-color photographs of the people who live in the desert, and the creatures and plants that survive the extremes of temperature, offer a unique "eyewitness" view of this hostile environment. See the stunning sand dunes of the Namib Desert, a Bedouin in full wedding dress, the desert in bloom, a jewel wasp and a camel's regalia. Learn how sand dunes form, how a few honeypot ants store food for a whole nest in their own bodies, how a mummy is preserved in sand and how bedouin women weave a whole tent from goat's hair. Discover why a Tuareg woman never uncovers her face, what makes a dromedary different from a Bactrian camel, the mystery of Timbuktu, why jewelry is so valuable to nomads, which animals never need to drink and why some desert animals have big ears, and much, much more!
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Discover the harsh world of hot and cold deserts and the peoples, plants and animals that live in them.
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From School Library Journal
Grade 4-8-An attractive title that features photographs and drawings of flora and fauna, mainly of the deserts of northern Africa and the Middle East. Examples from the American Southwest and Australia are included, but not Arctic, Antarctic, or high-elevation regions. Brief explanatory paragraphs accompany the illustrations, which average five to a page, but they are in small type. The information is limited, but what is here-with its emphasis on camels and clothing and artifacts of Arabian people-is interesting and generally well presented. A browser's delight.
George Gleason, Department of English, Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
George Gleason, Department of English, Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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...a mini museum between the covers of a book. [Eyewitness series] -- The New York Times
These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers. [Eyewitness series] -- School Library Journal
These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers. [Eyewitness series] -- School Library Journal
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Inhospitable Places,
This review is from: Eyewitness: Desert (Eyewitness Books) (Library Binding)
"With little rain and extreme temperatures, deserts are some of the harshest places on Earth."
You will also learn amazing things, like how a cobra can still breathe while swallowing its prey. How a camel is dressed up in full regalia and how people live and eat in the desert. Features: Full-color photographs of the people who live in the desert Pictures of creatures and plants that survive extreme temperatures Pictures of beads, necklaces, Aboriginal necklaces, amulets, anklets, rings, bracelets, rock art. Contents: What is a desert? What is a desert made of? Seas of sand - I have a workout video that has the backdrop of sand that makes life look smooth and relaxing. It is called: Alimacgraw yogamind&body Water in the desert After the rains How plants survive Insects Reptiles Birds Mammals Adapting to desert life Ship of the desert Camel regalia Domesticated animals Dwellings Food and drink Men's costume Women's costume Desert brides Jewelry Spinning and weaving Arts and crafts Exploring the desert Loved seeing the picture of a "Desert Rose" that is a strange shaped crystal that is formed within the sand dunes in the Sahara. This entire book just made me want to go find a beach! ~The Rebecca Review
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Arabian Peninsula, Namib Desert, Middle East, The Wodaabe, North America, Far East, Native American, Silk Road, Great Basin Desert, Central Deserts Browse Sample Pages:
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Arabian Peninsula, Namib Desert, Middle East, The Wodaabe, North America, Far East, Native American, Silk Road, Great Basin Desert, Central Deserts Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Surprise Me!
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