Grizzly Bears (Worldlife Library) [Paperback]

Gary Turbak (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2, 1997 | Series: Worldlife Library

This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-10. Outstanding quality, full-color photos accompany a readable, accurate text that describes the origin, life cycle, and possible future of Ursus arctos horribilis on the North American continent. Huge, powerful, and potentially explosive in temperament, grizzlies demand caution and respect from humans, and Turbak devotes a chapter to "Close Encounters of the Ursine Kind," including some basic "thou shalt not's" that may save hikers' and campers' lives. The conversational text makes for pleasurable reading, and an index assures quick access to specific facts for researchers in too much of a hurry to "smell the roses." Historical range maps, a fact page, and some recommended readings (all adult titles) are also included. Collections already owning Michio Hoshino's The Grizzly Bear Family Book (North-South, 1994), Dorothy Hinshaw Patent's The Way of the Grizzly (Clarion, 1991), and Lynn Stone's Grizzlies (Carolrhoda, 1993) may not need this title; but Turbak's up-to-date data and lively style (and those eye-catching photos) make it worthy of consideration.?Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

"WorldLife Library series titles are notable for their spectacular full-color photography and commitment to environmental awareness and conservation. Including reading lists, these titles are recommended for their depth of information;

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press (June 2, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896583341
• ISBN-13: 978-0896583344
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,164,903 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for kids about the Grizzly Bear, March 16, 2004

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This review is from: Grizzly Bears (Worldlife Library) (Paperback)

This is really a great book for children to learn about one of the most fascinating of mammals, the Grizzly Bear. The well-written and almost poetic text, is brief but concise, and is complemented by numerous captivating colour pictures of the Grizzly and its majestic habitat.