Author: Denis MatatikenPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Palms
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Guide to Endemic Palms and Screw Pines of the Seychelles Granitic Islands
Author: Denis MatatikenPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Palms
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Palms
Author: Seychelles
Author: Lyn MairPublisher: Bradt Travel Guides
ISBN: 1841624063
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Palm-fringed silvery sands, turquoise seas, misty mountain peaks and coral reefs coupled with tropical sun and starry skies make the Seychelles an idyllic escape for discerning travellers. With plants and animals historically linked to Africa, Madagascar and Asia, and marine life native to the tropical Indo-Pacific region, the Seychelles is a haven for those interested in natural history and this is the only travel guide to the Seychelles with a comprehensive account of the flora and fauna. The authors provide fascinating coverage of the islands' biodiversity, from mangroves, turtles and birds to nature reserves. Updated throughout, they reveal the islands many secrets from coco de mer palm forests and bird sanctuaries to local markets and Creole cuisine.
A Fragile Eden
Author: Malcolm James CoePublisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 9780691048178
Category : Botanical illustration
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Located a thousand miles off the coast of Africa, 32 granite islands called the Seychelles are home to plant species found nowhere else in the world. Fearing the disappearance of this endangered flora, renowned botanical artist Rosemary Wise spent ten years painting the Seychelles' unique plant life in its natural habitat. This book features Wise's beautiful paintings along with her written descriptions of the plants. 79 color plates.
Lonely Planet Mauritius Reunion & Seychelles
Author: Lonely PlanetPublisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1786572974
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 651
Book Description
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Dive off the coast of Mauritius, get a sweat up hiking through the dramatic mountains of Reunion, or laze on idyllic beach in the Seychelles; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests Insider tips save you time and money, and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, peoples, religion, arts, architecture, environment, wildlife and cuisine Coverage of Mauritius, Rodrigues, Reunion, Seychelles, and more Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - The New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' -Fairfax Media (Australia) Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Biologist
Author: The Malay Archipelago
Author: Alfred Russel WallacePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 576
Book Description
Biodiversity in Sub-Saharan Africa and Its Islands
Author: S. N. StuartPublisher: IUCN
ISBN: 9782831700212
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
World Travel
Author: Christopher P. BakerPublisher: Time Life Medical
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Text and color photographs explore 68 wilderness areas of interest to those who care about the preservation of our natural environment.
Handbook of Bioenergy Crops
Author: N. El BassamPublisher: Earthscan
ISBN: 1849774781
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
This completely revised second edition includes new information on biomass in relation to climate change, new coverage of vital issues including the "food versus fuel" debate, and essential new information on "second generation" fuels and advances in conversion techniques. The book begins with a guide to biomass accumulation, harvesting, transportation and storage, as well as conversion technologies for biofuels. This is followed by an examination of the environmental impact and economic and social dimensions, including prospects for renewable energy. The book then goes on to cover all the main potential energy crops.