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Top 10 Illustrated Nonfiction Titles August 2018
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Hand-picked by Librarian Thea I've been spending a lot of time in West Slope Library's nonfiction collection recently evaluating the condition of the books and ordering new titles to replace ones that are in poor shape or have newer editions. As I have been going through items, I noticed just how many of our nonfiction books have beautiful illustrations! Here I have shared my favorites plus a few from my most recent order that should be hitting the shelves soon. Enjoy!
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Around the World in 80 Treesby Jonathan DroriIn Around the World in 80 Trees, expert Jonathan Drori uses plant science to illuminate how trees play a role in every part of human life, from the romantic to the regrettable. Each of these strange and true tales - populated by self-mummifying monks, tree-climbing goats and ever-so-slightly radioactive nuts - is illustrated by Lucille Clerc, taking the reader on a journey that is as informative as it is beautiful.
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Baby birds : an artist looks into the nest by Julie ZickefooseAn artist and a wildlife rehabilitator presents a visually stunning book, combining art and natural history, that is filled with more than 400 watercolor paintings that capture the breathtakingly swift development of 17 different species of wild birds.
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The joy of yoga : fifty sequences for your home and studio practice by Emma SilvermanIn The Joy of Yoga, author and expert Emma Silverman teaches readers how to take advantage of the health benefits yoga offers even when they can't make it to regularly scheduled classes. The Joy of Yoga offers short sequences that readers can perform while seated on airplanes, standing at the bus stop, or even while waiting for water to boil. Playfully illustrated by graphic designer Kerri Frail, these smiling stick figures provide step-by-step instructions on asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques).
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Style : always gracious, sometimes irreverentby Kate SpadeThe late Kate Spade, co-creator of the "Kate Spade Home Collection" draws on her fashion expertise to present a guide to personal style, sharing practical information and modern dress etiquette guidelines in such areas as identifying flattering colors and cuts and preparing a wardrobe for a variety of needs and occasions.
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The bee : a natural history by Noah Wilson-RichExplores the role that bees play in the life of the planet, detailing such topics as the diversity of bee species, the human-bee relationship over time, beekeeping, identification, bee ecology and genetics, and bee health. With beautiful colored photos and illustrations throughout, this book received an honorable mention in the Nature/Environment category at the National Outdoor Book Awards in 2015.
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Art forms in nature : the prints of Ernst Haeckelby Ernst Haeckel The geometric shapes and natural forms, captured with exceptional precision in Ernst Haeckel's prints, still have influence today. This volume highlights the research and findings of this natural scientist. Powerful modern microscopes have confirmed the accuracy of Haeckel's prints, which even in their day, became world famous. Haeckel's portfolio, first published between 1899 and 1904 in separate installments were not only well-received by scientists, but by artists and architects as well.
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Heirloom plants : a complete compendium of heritage vegetables, fruits, herbs & flowers by Thomas EttyIt's nearly impossible for gardeners to resist the allure of heirloom plants. Their names alone sound inviting---Flanders Purple kale, Golden Marconi sweet peppers, Moon & Stars watermelons, Turk's Turban squash, Scarlet Emperor running beans, and Jefferson plums---and many growers claim that their taste is unsurpassed. Beyond the classic appeal, however, lies the far more important issue of biodiversity. Unless these unique seeds are grown and saved, they will not only be forgotten, but lost forever. Based on the extensive seed catalogs of Thomas Etty, the popular heirloom seedsman, Heirloom Plants includes information on almost 500 exciting cultivars to be grown and harvested, along with detailed profiles and cultivation tips for each plant.
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