The Natural History of Eastern Massachusetts [Paperback]

Stan Freeman (Author), Mike Nasuti (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 1998

Here's a comprehensive guide to the nature of Eastern Massachusetts, with nearly 300 color photographs and more than 100 color illustrations in 128 pages, covering the region of the state from Quabbin Reservoir on the west to the Atlantic shore on the east. You can read about the state's black bears, geology, frogs, wildflowers, birds, Native Americans, snakes, moose, spiders, endangered species, ice age, butterflies, whales, insects, ecosystems, trees, weather and more. There are charts and illustrations showing the nesting times for birds, the flight times for butterflies and the bloom times for wildflowers in Eastern Massachusetts. There are maps showing the state's major river sytems and its highest mountain peaks. And there is even a month-by-month nature calendar.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A fascinating, richly illustrated guide ... A delight for naturalists of all ages." -- New England Wild Flower Society, online book guide

"A wonderful introduction to the history and features of Massachusetts east of Quabbin Reservoir ... Chock full of gorgeous photographs ... It's also lots of fun." -- North Andover Citizen, Dec. 9, 1998

"If you buy a copy for your kids, you'll have a hard time putting it down yourself. The text by Stan Freeman is clear but does not oversimplify the science, and the illustrations by Mike Nasuti are outstanding for such an inexpensive book." -- The Quincy Patriot Ledger, May 1, 1999

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Hampshire House Publishing (November 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0963681435
• ISBN-13: 978-0963681430
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #155,727 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm a former newspaper science writer whose articles have appeared in more than 25 publications. I also studied fiction writing in the MFA program at University of Massachusetts and have published short stories in small literary magazines. I live in Western Massachusetts.