Großvater war Rassenbiologe. Eine Geschichte über Menschenwürde. Aus dem Schwedischen übersetzt von Benedikt Grabinski.
23 x 15 cm, hardcover with dust jacket, 336 pages, Text in German, fine condition, see picture.
Biology
Books within this subject.
Hortus Eystettensis. The Bishop’s Garden and Besler's Magnificent Book.
39 x 31 cm, blue cloth hardcover with dust jacket, viii, 80 pages and 80 plates in colour, Text in English, endpapers with minor damage from tape removal, ex-libris stamp…
Pittas, Broadbills and Asities. Dutch Birding Vogelgids 6.
25 x 17.5 cm. Hardcover with dust jacket, viii, 272 pages. Illustrations, many in color. Text in English. Spine dust jacket slightly browned. Very good condition, see pic…
Anthroposophische Grundlagen der biologisch-dynamischen Landwirtschaft. Band I: Einführung in die Anthroposophie. Band II: Der Landwirtschaftliche Kurs (1). Band III: Der Landwirtschaftliche Kurs (2).
21 × 15 cm. Three paperbacks, 160, 184, 166,(10) pages. Text in German. Very good/ fine condition. See picture.
Über Entwickelungsgeschichte der Thiere : Beobachtung und Reflexion.
23.5 × 19.5 × 4.5 cm. Cloth hardcover, 734 pages, incl. 3 fold-out plates. Text in German. Fine condition, see picture.
Les Fleurs animées. / La Botanique des dames & L’Horticulture des dames.
20 x 14 cm. Paperbacks (2 volumes in slipcase), 414 pages & 238 pages, illustrations. Text in French. As new condition. See picture.
![Natural history of birds, fish, insects and reptiles. Volume V. — [ Buffon, Georges-Louis Leclerc. ].](pictures/thumb/79220.jpg)
5 foto’s Natural history of birds, fish, insects and reptiles. Volume V.
17,5 x 10,5 cm. Later cloth binding. 386,(2) pages. Without title page. Contains 6 hand-coloured copper engravings, frog, snake, moths, bees/wasps, dragonfly, libella, et…
![Oeuvres complètes de Buffon, avec des extraits de Daubenton et la classification de Cuvier. [ 6 volumes ]. — Buffon, Georges-Louis Leclerc de.](pictures/thumb/79219.jpg)
8 foto’s Oeuvres complètes de Buffon, avec des extraits de Daubenton et la classification de Cuvier. [ 6 volumes ].
26,5 x 18 cm. Half leather hardcovers. Volumes I?VI. iv, 782 pp; iv, 776 pp; iv, 726 pp; iv, 784 pp; iv, 654 pp; iv, 732 pp. With 55 plates, of which 51 depict animals. T…
6 foto’s Beschrijving der zoogdieren, volgens Buffon, in de volgorde van Cuvier, en met eene inleiding. Met honderd en veertig afbeeldingen (41 plates) getekend door Victor Adam.
27 x 17 cm. Half leather with marbled boards and gilt spine. viii, xl, 272, (2) pages. With engraved title [frontisp.] page 'Museum van Natuurlijke Historie' and 41 engra…
![General Zoology, or Systematic Natural History. Volume VI, Part II. Insecta [ Insects ]. — Shaw, George.](pictures/thumb/79215.jpg)
6 foto’s General Zoology, or Systematic Natural History. Volume VI, Part II. Insecta [ Insects ].
23 x 14.5 cm. Contemporary half calf with marbled boards, spine with raised bands. viii, (2), 241-506 (=266) pages. With engraved title page and 56 (of 60) plates, engrav…
2 foto’s Die Dressur des Hundes. Anleitung zur Abrichtung der nicht zur Jagd verwendeten Hunde. Haus- und Begleithunde, Kunsthunde, Kriegs- und Sanitätshunde, Polizeihunde, Hirtenhunde u. a. m. Vierte, verbesserte Auflage mit 76 Abbildungen von Alfred Stöcke u.a.
22.5 x 15 cm. Half cloth hardcover. 288 pages. With 76 illustrations by Alfred Stöcke and others. Text in German. Paper bit browned, very good, see picture.
Colour Atlas of Chinese Traditional Drugs, Volume I.
29 x 23.5 cm. Hardcover with dust jacket. xii, 300 pages. Many color illustrations and photographs. Text in English. Slightly browned, with small signs of use. See pictur…
Alfred Russel Wallace: An Anthology of His Shorter Writings.
Original hardcover, dustjacket. x,552 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture.
Australian Vegetation. Second edition.
Paperback. xviii,562 pp.; ills.; 23x15 cm. Text in English. Very good, see picture.
Where Worlds Collide: The Wallace Line.
Paperback. xiv,234 pp.; ills, plates.; 23.5x15.5 cm. Text in English. - (previous owner's name, paper browned) Although (very) good, see picture.
Handbuch des Fossiliensammlers. Ein Wegweiser für die Praxis und Führer zur Bestimmung von mehr als 1300 Fossilien.
Original hardcover, dustjacket. 464 pp.; many ills, some in color.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (top edge slightly spotted) Very good, see picture
The Earth Through Time. Seventh Edition.
Original hardcover. xiv,114 pp., many color ills.; 28.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture.
![Spezielle Zoologie. Teil 1: Einzeller und Wirbellose Tiere. Teil 2: Wirbel- oder Schädeltiere [ 2 volumes ]. — Westheide, W. / R. Rieger.](pictures/thumb/78186.jpg)
Spezielle Zoologie. Teil 1: Einzeller und Wirbellose Tiere. Teil 2: Wirbel- oder Schädeltiere [ 2 volumes ].
2 vols. Original hardcovers. xxii,920 pp., xiv,712,(2) pp., ill.; 27.5x20.5 cm. 4.5kg! " Spektrum Lehrbuch " Text in German / Deutsch - Fine condition, see picture
Tropical rain forests of the Far East.
Original hardcover. xiv,282 pp., many b/w ills./ photographs; 25.5x19 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
Handbuch der Pflanzenkrankheiten. Vierter Band. Tierische Schädlinge an Nutzpflanzen. Erster Teil. Vierte Auflage. Mit 218 Textabbildungen.
Original hardcover. xvi,484 pp.; 24.5x18 cm. Text in German / Deutsch - (cloth slightly worn, paper browned) Although (very) good, see picture
Wörterbuch der Botanik: Die Termini in ihrem historischen Zusammenhang. Zweite, erweiterte Auflage. Mit 10 Abbildungen, einem englisch-deutschen und einem französisch-deutschen Register.
Paperback. xiv,552 pp.; 21x15 cm. - (spine slightly folded) Although very good, see picture
Praktische Bodenbiologie. Mit 166 Abbildungen im Text, 24 Abbildungen auf 12 Tafeln und 23 Tabellen.
Original cloth, dustjacket. xviii,470,(2) pp.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (dust-jacket slightly damaged, previous owner's name) Although very good, see pictu…
![Kompaktlexikon der Biologie. [ 3 Banden ] 1: A bis Fotom, viii,496 pp. 2: Foton bis Repr, viii,528 pp. 3: Repr bis Z., Register, viii,502 pp. — Brechner, Elke / Daniel Dreesmann / Barbara Dinkelaker (editors).](pictures/thumb/78171.jpg)
Kompaktlexikon der Biologie. [ 3 Banden ] 1: A bis Fotom, viii,496 pp. 2: Foton bis Repr, viii,528 pp. 3: Repr bis Z., Register, viii,502 pp.
The set is bound in cardboard hardcover with dust jackets, housed in a single glued-together slipcase made of three separate compartments. Text in German. (spine dust-jac…
Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry.
Original hardcover. xiv,846,14,12,32,10 pp.; 26x21 cm. Text in English. - (paper slightly yellowed ) Very good, see picture.
Microbiology: Essentials and Applications. International Edition. Second Edition.
Large paperback. xxviii,844 pp., many color ills.; 27.5x21.5 cm. Text in English.
Ecology: An Australian Perspective.
Large paperback. xxxii,648 pp.; many ills.; 25.5x19 cm. Text in English. Fine condition, see picture.
Soul of the Tiger: Searching for Nature's Answers in Exotic Southeast Asia.
Original half cloth, with dust-jacket. xviii,390 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use, slightly discolored) Very good, see picture.
![Die Vegetation der Erde in öko-physiologischer Betrachtung [ 2 Banden ] 1. Die tropischen und subtropischen Zonen. Mit 397 Abbildungen und 114 Tabellen im Text sowie 9 Tafeln mit 19 Farbaufnahmen. Zweite, veränderte und erweiterte Auflage. 2. Die gemäßigten und arktischen Zonen. Mit 642 Abbildungen und 161 Tabellen im Text sowie 7 Tafeln mit Farbaufnahmen als Anhang. — Walter, Heinrich.](pictures/thumb/78163.jpg)
Die Vegetation der Erde in öko-physiologischer Betrachtung [ 2 Banden ] 1. Die tropischen und subtropischen Zonen. Mit 397 Abbildungen und 114 Tabellen im Text sowie 9 Tafeln mit 19 Farbaufnahmen. Zweite, veränderte und erweiterte Auflage. 2. Die gemäßigten und arktischen Zonen. Mit 642 Abbildungen und 161 Tabellen im Text sowie 7 Tafeln mit Farbaufnahmen als Anhang.
2 vols. Original cloth. 592 pp. & 1002 pp.; 24.5x17.5 cm. Text in German / Deutsch - (cloth with some stains, paper slightly yellowed, small signs of use) Although very g…
![Threatened Birds of Asia: The BirdLife International Red Data Book [ Part A & B - 2 volumes ]. — Collar, N. J. / A. V. Andreev / S. Chan / M. J. Crosby / S. Subramanya / J. A. Tobias.](pictures/thumb/78162.jpg)
Threatened Birds of Asia: The BirdLife International Red Data Book [ Part A & B - 2 volumes ].
2 vols. Original hardcovers, with dust-jackets. xxx,1516 pp., (6),1517-3038 pp., ill.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in English (spines dust-jackets bit (sun)faded) Very good set, see…
The Evolving Earth: Chance, Change and Challenge.
Large paperback. viii,264 pp., ills.; 27.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
The Evolving Biosphere: Chance, Change and Challenge.
Large paperback. viii,312 pp., ills.; 27.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
The Terrestrial Biosphere and Global Change: Implications for Natural and Managed Ecosystems. Synthesis volume.
Paperback. xii,440 pp., ills, plans, some in color; 24.5x17.5 cm. " International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme Book Series 4 " Text in English. - Very good. See picture
Epigenetics: A Treatise on Theoretical Biology.
Original hardcover. xvi,548 pp., ills.; 26x18 cm. Text in English - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
Biological Systematics: The State of the Art.
Original hardcover. xvi,388 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. Very good, see picture.
Handbook of Paleozoology.
Original cloth. xiv,394 pp., ills.; 22.5x15.5 cm. Text in English - (edges with some spots/ foxing) Although very good, see picture
Wallace's Line and Plate Tectonics.
Original hardcover. x,(2),90,(2) pp.; ills, maps.; 25x19.5 cm. Text in English. (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture.
Speciation in Tropical Environments.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. vi,246 pp., frontispiece map, ill., plates/ photographs in color; 26.5x18.5 cm. " Biological Journal of the Linnean Society Volume 1…
Biogeography, Time and Place: Distributions, Barriers and Islands.
Original hardcover. xii,414 pp., ills.; 24x16 cm. " Topics in Geobiology Volume 29 " - (top edge with some spots/ foxing) Although very good, see picture.
Flora of Australia, Volume 1: Introduction. 2nd edn.
Original cloth, with dust-jacket. xxiv,670 pp., with color photographs, figures, tables, and maps; 26x19 cm. Text in English. - (minor wear to dust-jacket) Very good, see…
Checklist of the Diptera of the Netherlands + cd-rom.
Original hardcover. 448 pp., with color ill./ photographs; 25x17.5 cm. Text in English - (spine slightly (sun)faded) Very good, see picture.
Key Environments: Malaysia. Foreword by Hrh The Duke of Edinburgh.
Original cloth, with dust-jacket. x,318 pp., ill., maps on lining pages; 25x19 cm. Text in English. - (spine dust-jacket slightly (sun)faded) Very good, see picture
The Plant Diversity of Malesia: Proceedings of the Flora Malesiana Symposium commemorating Professor Dr. C. G. G. J. van Steenis Leiden, August 1989.
Original hardcover. xii,420 pp., ills.; 25x16.5 cm. Text in English. - (spine (sun)faded, right upper corner slightly bumped) Although very good, see picture.
Pests of Crops in Indonesia. Revised and translated by P.A. van der Laan, University of Amsterdam with the assistance from G.H.L. Rothschild, CSIRO, Canberra.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. xx,702 pp., ills, plates, some in color; 25x18 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
Arthropod Relationships.
Original hardcover. xii,384 pp.; ills.; 28.5x22 cm. " The Systematics Association Special Volume Series 55 " Text in English - Very good. See picture
![Die Grundlagen des natürlichen Systems der vergleichenden Anatomie und der Phylogenetik. Theoretische Morphologie und Systematik I. Zweite Auflage. Mit 82 Abbildungen. [ reprint of 1956 edition, Leipzig ]. — Remane, Adolf.](pictures/thumb/78137.jpg)
Die Grundlagen des natürlichen Systems der vergleichenden Anatomie und der Phylogenetik. Theoretische Morphologie und Systematik I. Zweite Auflage. Mit 82 Abbildungen. [ reprint of 1956 edition, Leipzig ].
Original hardcover. vi,364 pp.; 24.5x17 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (covers with few stains) Although very good, see picture
Biogeographical Evolution of the Malay Archipelago.
Original hardcover. x,146(2) pp.; ills., plans, maps; 25x19 cm. " Oxford Monographs on Biogeography 4 " Text in English - Very good, see picture.
![A Guide to Seashore Life & A Guide to Freshwater Life in Singapore. [ 2 books ]. — Tan, Leo W. H. / Peter K. L. Ng.](pictures/thumb/78117.jpg)
A Guide to Seashore Life & A Guide to Freshwater Life in Singapore. [ 2 books ].
2 vols. Paperbacks. 160 pp. & 160 pp., many ills.; 15x10 cm. Text in English.
De ontdekking van de ondergrond. Anderhalve eeuw toegepast geowetenschappelijk onderzoek in Nederland.
Paperback. 152 pp., ills.; 25x20.5 cm. " Geologie van Nederland, deel 6 " Text in Dutch / Nederlands. - Very good, see picture
Geological and Soil Evidence: Forensic Applications.
Original hardcover. xviii,336 pp.; ills, and 6 plates with ill./ photographs in color .; 24.5x16 cm. Text in English - Very good, see picture.
Malayan Animal Life. Fifth Impression.
Paperback. x,238 pp., ills, plates; 21.5x14 cm. Text in English. - (slightly browned) Although very good, see picture
The Variety of Life: A Survey and a Celebration of all the Creatures that Have Ever Lived.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. xvi,684 pp.; ills.; 28.5x19 cm. Text in English. - (dust-jacket slightly worn) Very good. See picture.
The Archaeology of Animal Bones.
Paperback. x,206 pp.; ills.; 24.5x17 cm. Text in English - Very good. See picture.
Species, Landscapes and Islands: Perspectives in Tropical Botany. A Tribute to Benjamin C. Stone.
Paperback. x,278 pp.; ills, photographs, some in color.; 25.5x17.5 cm. " The Malayan Nature Journal Vol 55 Parts 1 & 2 June 2001 " Text in English. - (spine (sun)faded) V…
Coevolution.
Paperback. xii,556 pp., some ills.; 22.5x15 cm. Text in English. - (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
The Material Basis of Evolution with an Introduction by Stephen Jay Gould.
Paperback. xlii,436,(2) pp.; 21x14 cm. Text in English. - (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
Blütenökologie. 2., völlig neu bearbeitete und erweiterte Auflage.
Original green cloth. xii,346,(2) pp., ills.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture
Rara historico-naturalia et mathematica edito stereotypa, praefatione tabulisque aucta, curante ( Wilhelm Junk : 1866-1942 ).
Original black cloth. x,314 pp.; 23.5x15.5 cm. - (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture
Conservation Biology: An Evolutionary-Ecological Perspective.
Paperback. xvi,396,(2) pp.; ills.; 23x15 cm. Text in English. (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
Practical Taxonomic Computing.
Original hardcover. xii,202 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
Putting Biodiversity on the Map: Priority Areas for Global Conservation.
Paperback. vi,90 pp.; ills.; 30x21 cm. Text in English. - (minor wear) Very good, see picture
Comprendre et enseigner la classification du vivant. Seconde édition.
Large paperback. 352 pp., ill.; 29x21 cm. Text in French / Français. - Very good. See picture
Exercises in Invertebrate Paleontology.
Paperback. x,272 pp.; ills.; 28x21.5 cm. Text in English. (This copy is clean and unmarked, with no exercises filled in, making it suitable for use in educational setting…
Origins: The Evolution of Continents, Oceans, and Life.
Large paperback. 360 pp.; many ills./ photographs in color; 29x26 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
Synopsis and Classification of Living Organisms (2 Volumes).
2 vols. Original hardcovers. xx,1166 pp. & (8),1232 pp., many illustrations; 28.5x22.5 cm. Text in English. (slightly browned) Very good, see picture. Weight is 6.6 kg!
Großvater war Rassenbiologe. Eine Geschichte über Menschenwürde. Aus dem Schwedischen übersetzt von Benedikt Grabinski.
23 x 15 cm, hardcover with dust jacket, 336 pages, Text in German, fine condition, see picture.
Hortus Eystettensis. The Bishop’s Garden and Besler's Magnificent Book.
39 x 31 cm, blue cloth hardcover with dust jacket, viii, 80 pages and 80 plates in colour, Text in English, endpapers with minor damage from tape removal, ex-libris stamp on title page, otherwise in very good/ fine condition, see picture.
Study of Basilius Besler’s celebrated Hortus Eystettensis, documenting the bishop’s garden at Eichstätt and the creation of the monumental florilegium.
Pittas, Broadbills and Asities. Dutch Birding Vogelgids 6.
25 x 17.5 cm. Hardcover with dust jacket, viii, 272 pages. Illustrations, many in color. Text in English. Spine dust jacket slightly browned. Very good condition, see picture.
Monograph on Old World pittas, broadbills and asities: identification, distribution and ecology. Illustrated with 24 colour plates by Martin Woodcock and line drawings.
Anthroposophische Grundlagen der biologisch-dynamischen Landwirtschaft. Band I: Einführung in die Anthroposophie. Band II: Der Landwirtschaftliche Kurs (1). Band III: Der Landwirtschaftliche Kurs (2).
21 × 15 cm. Three paperbacks, 160, 184, 166,(10) pages. Text in German. Very good/ fine condition. See picture.
ISBN 1: 9783957791634 / 2: 9783957791825 / 3: 9783957791863
Über Entwickelungsgeschichte der Thiere : Beobachtung und Reflexion.
23.5 × 19.5 × 4.5 cm. Cloth hardcover, 734 pages, incl. 3 fold-out plates. Text in German. Fine condition, see picture.
Reprint der Originalausgabe Königberg 1828–1837, herausgegeben mit Einleitung von Olaf Breidbach. Historia scientiarum – Fachgebiet Biowissenschaften [ISSN 1430‑8320].
Les Fleurs animées. / La Botanique des dames & L’Horticulture des dames.
20 x 14 cm. Paperbacks (2 volumes in slipcase), 414 pages & 238 pages, illustrations. Text in French. As new condition. See picture.
Two volumes in illustrated slipcase: Volume I "Les Fleurs animées" by Taxile Delord with colour plates by J.-J. Grandville; Volume II "La Botanique des dames & L’Horticulture des dames" by Comte Foelix (Louis‑François Raban) with plates from Rosalie de Constant, both introduced and annotated with preface by Audrey Dominguez.
5 foto’s Natural history of birds, fish, insects and reptiles. Volume V.
17,5 x 10,5 cm. Later cloth binding. 386,(2) pages. Without title page. Contains 6 hand-coloured copper engravings, frog, snake, moths, bees/wasps, dragonfly, libella, etc. Text in English. Offered as is, with all faults, not complete. Rebound, one leaf loose, otherwise clean. See pictures.
8 foto’s Oeuvres complètes de Buffon, avec des extraits de Daubenton et la classification de Cuvier. [ 6 volumes ].
26,5 x 18 cm. Half leather hardcovers. Volumes I?VI. iv, 782 pp; iv, 776 pp; iv, 726 pp; iv, 784 pp; iv, 654 pp; iv, 732 pp. With 55 plates, of which 51 depict animals. The text is complete; the plate set is incomplete (should be 116 plates). Illustrated with hand-coloured engravings, including mostly animals and some maps. Foxing throughout, heavy on several pages, and a few pages detached. Several plates are also affected by spots and browning, but the bindings are uniformly decorative in red half leather with gilt and black tooling. French text. Conclusion: foxing, some detached pages, incomplete plates, text complete, attractive bindings, see pictures.
6 foto’s Beschrijving der zoogdieren, volgens Buffon, in de volgorde van Cuvier, en met eene inleiding. Met honderd en veertig afbeeldingen (41 plates) getekend door Victor Adam.
27 x 17 cm. Half leather with marbled boards and gilt spine. viii, xl, 272, (2) pages. With engraved title [frontisp.] page 'Museum van Natuurlijke Historie' and 41 engraved and hand-coloured plates depicting a wide variety of mammals, including monkeys, bats, dogs, wolves, horses, llamas, deer, elephant, rhinoceros, and others. Includes frontispiece and anthropological illustration titled 'De man' and 'De vrouw'. Text in Dutch. Top of spine bit restored with tape, hinges bit weak. Paper foxed throughout in the text leaves; 1 or 2 marginal tears. The hand-coloured plates are in very good condition, with vivid colours and minimal wear. See photos for examples.
6 foto’s General Zoology, or Systematic Natural History. Volume VI, Part II. Insecta [ Insects ].
23 x 14.5 cm. Contemporary half calf with marbled boards, spine with raised bands. viii, (2), 241-506 (=266) pages. With engraved title page and 56 (of 60) plates, engraved by Mr. Heath and Mr. Griffith. Text in English. Condition: Hinges broken, partly loose, corners bit bumped. Stain on title page. Some browning and foxing throughout, small stamps on several pages, and also on every plate, only part 2 of the series, 4 plates (126, 129, 130 and 136) are missing, although still good, see pictures.
2 foto’s Die Dressur des Hundes. Anleitung zur Abrichtung der nicht zur Jagd verwendeten Hunde. Haus- und Begleithunde, Kunsthunde, Kriegs- und Sanitätshunde, Polizeihunde, Hirtenhunde u. a. m. Vierte, verbesserte Auflage mit 76 Abbildungen von Alfred Stöcke u.a.
22.5 x 15 cm. Half cloth hardcover. 288 pages. With 76 illustrations by Alfred Stöcke and others. Text in German. Paper bit browned, very good, see picture.
Colour Atlas of Chinese Traditional Drugs, Volume I.
29 x 23.5 cm. Hardcover with dust jacket. xii, 300 pages. Many color illustrations and photographs. Text in English. Slightly browned, with small signs of use. See picture.
Edited by National Institute for the Control of Pharmaceutical and Biological Products, this volume provides a comprehensive visual reference for traditional Chinese drugs, showcasing their characteristics and applications through detailed images and descriptions.
Alfred Russel Wallace: An Anthology of His Shorter Writings.
Original hardcover, dustjacket. x,552 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture.
This anthology compiles a selection of Alfred Russel Wallace's shorter works, showcasing his contributions to evolutionary theory, biogeography, anthropology, and social reform. The collection provides insight into Wallace's diverse interests and his impact on 19th-century scientific thought.
Australian Vegetation. Second edition.
Paperback. xviii,562 pp.; ills.; 23x15 cm. Text in English. Very good, see picture.
This second edition provides a comprehensive review of Australia's vegetation, including forests, woodlands, shrublands, and grasslands. It features chapters on phytogeography, vegetation history, invasive species, and conservation. This work is an essential resource for botanists, ecologists, and conservationists studying Australia's unique flora.
Where Worlds Collide: The Wallace Line.
Paperback. xiv,234 pp.; ills, plates.; 23.5x15.5 cm. Text in English. - (previous owner's name, paper browned) Although (very) good, see picture.
This book explores the Wallace Line, an invisible boundary dividing the faunal regions of Asia and Australia. It examines Alfred Russel Wallace's journeys through Southeast Asia and his contributions to biogeography and evolutionary theory. The work discusses the unique flora and fauna of the region and the historical and scientific significance of Wallace's discoveries.
Handbuch des Fossiliensammlers. Ein Wegweiser für die Praxis und Führer zur Bestimmung von mehr als 1300 Fossilien.
Original hardcover, dustjacket. 464 pp.; many ills, some in color.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (top edge slightly spotted) Very good, see picture
This comprehensive guide by Andreas E. Richter serves as a practical manual for fossil collectors. It offers detailed instructions on fossil collection techniques, preparation methods, and identification of over 1,300 fossil specimens. The book is richly illustrated with numerous photographs and diagrams.
The Earth Through Time. Seventh Edition.
Original hardcover. xiv,114 pp., many color ills.; 28.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture.
This seventh edition of 'The Earth Through Time' provides a comprehensive overview of Earth's history, combining geology and paleontology. It covers stratigraphy and paleontology extensively, including modern topics such as the 'snowball Earth' hypothesis and recent developments in cladistic analyses. The book includes detailed paleogeographic maps that enhance understanding of Earth's historical and evolutionary development.
Spezielle Zoologie. Teil 1: Einzeller und Wirbellose Tiere. Teil 2: Wirbel- oder Schädeltiere [ 2 volumes ].
2 vols. Original hardcovers. xxii,920 pp., xiv,712,(2) pp., ill.; 27.5x20.5 cm. 4.5kg! " Spektrum Lehrbuch " Text in German / Deutsch - Fine condition, see picture
This two-volume set provides a comprehensive and systematic overview of the animal kingdom, divided into single-celled organisms and invertebrates (Part 1) and vertebrates (Part 2). The first volume discusses the diversity and evolutionary relationships of over 1.2 million species, with a focus on cytology, histology, and phylogenetic insights, including a revised classification of "Protozoa" within the Eukaryota. The second volume focuses on vertebrates (Craniota), offering a detailed examination of their structure, function, and phylogenetic systematics. Contributions from 32 specialists.
Tropical rain forests of the Far East.
Original hardcover. xiv,282 pp., many b/w ills./ photographs; 25.5x19 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
Analysis of the tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, covering their ecology, structure, and biodiversity. It includes detailed discussions on forest formations, species composition, and the impact of human activities. A chapter on soils by C.P. Burnham offers insights into the edaphic factors influencing these ecosystems.
Handbuch der Pflanzenkrankheiten. Vierter Band. Tierische Schädlinge an Nutzpflanzen. Erster Teil. Vierte Auflage. Mit 218 Textabbildungen.
Original hardcover. xvi,484 pp.; 24.5x18 cm. Text in German / Deutsch - (cloth slightly worn, paper browned) Although (very) good, see picture
Wörterbuch der Botanik: Die Termini in ihrem historischen Zusammenhang. Zweite, erweiterte Auflage. Mit 10 Abbildungen, einem englisch-deutschen und einem französisch-deutschen Register.
Paperback. xiv,552 pp.; 21x15 cm. - (spine slightly folded) Although very good, see picture
Dictionary of botanical terms, exploring their historical context. This second, expanded edition includes approximately 5,700 entries across various botanical disciplines such as morphology, anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, and evolution.
Praktische Bodenbiologie. Mit 166 Abbildungen im Text, 24 Abbildungen auf 12 Tafeln und 23 Tabellen.
Original cloth, dustjacket. xviii,470,(2) pp.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (dust-jacket slightly damaged, previous owner's name) Although very good, see picture
Comprehensive work on soil biology, written by Dr. Adolf Brauns, Professor of Zoology at the Technical University and curator at the State Natural History Museum in Braunschweig. The book includes 166 text illustrations, 24 figures across 12 plates, and 23 tables. It provides in-depth coverage of soil organisms and their biological processes.
Kompaktlexikon der Biologie. [ 3 Banden ] 1: A bis Fotom, viii,496 pp. 2: Foton bis Repr, viii,528 pp. 3: Repr bis Z., Register, viii,502 pp.
The set is bound in cardboard hardcover with dust jackets, housed in a single glued-together slipcase made of three separate compartments. Text in German. (spine dust-jackets slightly (sun)faded) Very good set, see picture.
Comprehensive three-volume reference work covering approximately 15,000 entries on biological terms and concepts. The set provides detailed explanations across classical disciplines, current research areas, and various life forms. Written in accessible German, the lexicon is designed for a wide audience, including students, professionals in biology-related fields, and laypersons. Each volume is richly illustrated with diagrams and tables to enhance understanding. ISBN 1: 9783827410412 ISBN 2: 9783827410405 ISBN 3: 9783827410429.
Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry.
Original hardcover. xiv,846,14,12,32,10 pp.; 26x21 cm. Text in English. - (paper slightly yellowed ) Very good, see picture.
Comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry. Designed for students in health-related fields, offering a solid foundation in chemistry relevant to biological processes. Includes numerous illustrations, examples, and exercises to reinforce learning.
Microbiology: Essentials and Applications. International Edition. Second Edition.
Large paperback. xxviii,844 pp., many color ills.; 27.5x21.5 cm. Text in English.
Comprehensive textbook introducing fundamental microbiological concepts and their applications in clinical, environmental, industrial, and food microbiology. Each chapter begins with real-world case studies to illustrate principles and concludes with critical thinking and problem-solving questions to enhance understanding. The book is designed to facilitate learning with modern pedagogical techniques and includes numerous illustrations and tables to support the text.
Ecology: An Australian Perspective.
Large paperback. xxxii,648 pp.; many ills.; 25.5x19 cm. Text in English. Fine condition, see picture.
A comprehensive text focusing on ecological principles and practices within the Australian context, utilizing Australian examples. The book covers topics in plant and animal ecology, conservation, and natural resource management, making it suitable for a wide range of ecological and environmental science courses. Comprising 34 chapters written by experts, it includes extensive illustrations, a glossary, and indexes of scientific and common names.
Soul of the Tiger: Searching for Nature's Answers in Exotic Southeast Asia.
Original half cloth, with dust-jacket. xviii,390 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use, slightly discolored) Very good, see picture.
Explores the complex relationships between humans and wildlife in Southeast Asia, blending natural history, mythology, and cultural analysis. The book highlights the roles that animals such as tigers, pigs, crocodiles, and rats play in the daily lives and spiritual beliefs of local communities. It examines the impact of Buddhist and Hindu philosophies on conservation and discusses how human activities, like fire and irrigation, shape the environment.
Die Vegetation der Erde in öko-physiologischer Betrachtung [ 2 Banden ] 1. Die tropischen und subtropischen Zonen. Mit 397 Abbildungen und 114 Tabellen im Text sowie 9 Tafeln mit 19 Farbaufnahmen. Zweite, veränderte und erweiterte Auflage. 2. Die gemäßigten und arktischen Zonen. Mit 642 Abbildungen und 161 Tabellen im Text sowie 7 Tafeln mit Farbaufnahmen als Anhang.
2 vols. Original cloth. 592 pp. & 1002 pp.; 24.5x17.5 cm. Text in German / Deutsch - (cloth with some stains, paper slightly yellowed, small signs of use) Although very good, see picture
Two-volume set exploring the vegetation of the Earth from an eco-physiological perspective. Volume I focuses on tropical and subtropical zones, while Volume II addresses temperate and arctic zones. Includes extensive illustrations, tables, and color plates.
Threatened Birds of Asia: The BirdLife International Red Data Book [ Part A & B - 2 volumes ].
2 vols. Original hardcovers, with dust-jackets. xxx,1516 pp., (6),1517-3038 pp., ill.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in English (spines dust-jackets bit (sun)faded) Very good set, see picture.
Comprehensive two-volume reference work providing detailed information on 665 of Asia's most threatened bird species. Each species account includes data on ecology, habitat, threats, conservation actions, and recommended measures for protection. Extensively illustrated with maps and site details for each species.
The Evolving Earth: Chance, Change and Challenge.
Large paperback. viii,264 pp., ills.; 27.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
Explores the dynamic processes that have shaped the Earth over geological time. Topics include the role of chance, evolutionary changes, and environmental factors in shaping life on Earth. Contributions from various experts provide a comprehensive overview of the forces driving biological evolution and the Earth's development.
The Evolving Biosphere: Chance, Change and Challenge.
Large paperback. viii,312 pp., ills.; 27.5x22 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
This volume explores the dynamic processes that have shaped the biosphere over geological time. It examines the roles of chance events, evolutionary changes, and environmental challenges in the development of life on Earth. The book includes contributions from various experts, providing a comprehensive overview of the factors influencing biological evolution and the complexity of ecosystems.
The Terrestrial Biosphere and Global Change: Implications for Natural and Managed Ecosystems. Synthesis volume.
Paperback. xii,440 pp., ills, plans, some in color; 24.5x17.5 cm. " International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme Book Series 4 " Text in English. - Very good. See picture
This book synthesizes research conducted by the Global Change and Terrestrial Ecosystems (GCTE) Core Project, part of the International Geosphere-Biosphere Programme. It focuses on five major thematic areas: ecosystem physiology, ecosystem structure and composition, terrestrial production systems, global biogeochemistry, and ecological complexity (biodiversity). The book discusses the integrated and interactive effects of global change on the terrestrial biosphere, highlights key regional studies, and projects future trends in the global carbon cycle.
Epigenetics: A Treatise on Theoretical Biology.
Original hardcover. xvi,548 pp., ills.; 26x18 cm. Text in English - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
This book offers an in-depth analysis of epigenetic processes within the framework of theoretical biology, emphasizing developmental biology and evolutionary mechanisms. Illustrated with 269 figures, the 547-page work addresses key concepts and theories in the field.
Biological Systematics: The State of the Art.
Original hardcover. xvi,388 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. Very good, see picture.
This book provides an in-depth review of the current state of biological systematics, including its history, theoretical foundations, and practical methodologies for phylogenetic reconstruction. It discusses key concepts such as species definition, taxonomy of major groups, and evolutionary patterns.
Handbook of Paleozoology.
Original cloth. xiv,394 pp., ills.; 22.5x15.5 cm. Text in English - (edges with some spots/ foxing) Although very good, see picture
Comprehensive guide to ancient animal life, focusing on morphology, classification, and distribution across the globe. Includes over 170 detailed line drawings, suitable for laboratory, classroom, and field use.
Wallace's Line and Plate Tectonics.
Original hardcover. x,(2),90,(2) pp.; ills, maps.; 25x19.5 cm. Text in English. (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture.
This book is part of the Oxford Monographs on Biogeography series and explores the impact of plate tectonics on Wallace's Line, a critical biogeographical boundary separating species in Southeast Asia and Australasia. It includes maps, illustrations, and detailed scientific analyses.
Speciation in Tropical Environments.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. vi,246 pp., frontispiece map, ill., plates/ photographs in color; 26.5x18.5 cm. " Biological Journal of the Linnean Society Volume 1, Numbers 1 & 2 " - (Dust jacket shows folds from having been tucked into the rear of the book; a few stains present on the endpapers) Although very good, see picture
This publication, prepared for the Linnean Society of London, examines the processes and factors influencing speciation in tropical ecosystems, with contributions from leading researchers in the field.
Biogeography, Time and Place: Distributions, Barriers and Islands.
Original hardcover. xii,414 pp., ills.; 24x16 cm. " Topics in Geobiology Volume 29 " - (top edge with some spots/ foxing) Although very good, see picture.
This volume explores the distribution of biological units across various scales, from genotypes to higher taxa, examining processes like isolation in island settings and large-scale tectonic events. It combines recent patterns with paleontological data to enhance understanding of current taxa distributions.
Flora of Australia, Volume 1: Introduction. 2nd edn.
Original cloth, with dust-jacket. xxiv,670 pp., with color photographs, figures, tables, and maps; 26x19 cm. Text in English. - (minor wear to dust-jacket) Very good, see picture
This second edition provides an overview of Australia's flora, including essays on plant exploration history, biographies of major collectors, current plant communities, evolution, phytogeography, and human impact. It concludes with a glossary of botanical terms and a key to Australian flowering plant families.
Checklist of the Diptera of the Netherlands + cd-rom.
Original hardcover. 448 pp., with color ill./ photographs; 25x17.5 cm. Text in English - (spine slightly (sun)faded) Very good, see picture.
This comprehensive checklist details 4,967 species of Diptera found in the Netherlands, with introductory sections for each family. Includes a CD-ROM containing all data in a browsable and searchable format.
Key Environments: Malaysia. Foreword by Hrh The Duke of Edinburgh.
Original cloth, with dust-jacket. x,318 pp., ill., maps on lining pages; 25x19 cm. Text in English. - (spine dust-jacket slightly (sun)faded) Very good, see picture
This volume provides an in-depth analysis of Malaysia's diverse environments, discussing ecological, conservation, and environmental management aspects.
The Plant Diversity of Malesia: Proceedings of the Flora Malesiana Symposium commemorating Professor Dr. C. G. G. J. van Steenis Leiden, August 1989.
Original hardcover. xii,420 pp., ills.; 25x16.5 cm. Text in English. - (spine (sun)faded, right upper corner slightly bumped) Although very good, see picture.
This book contains a selection of papers presented during the Flora Malesiana Symposium in August 1989, held in honor of Professor Dr. C. G. G. J. van Steenis. It addresses various themes related to the botanical diversity of Malesia and offers valuable insights for researchers and students in botany.
Pests of Crops in Indonesia. Revised and translated by P.A. van der Laan, University of Amsterdam with the assistance from G.H.L. Rothschild, CSIRO, Canberra.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. xx,702 pp., ills, plates, some in color; 25x18 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
A comprehensive study on agricultural pests affecting crops in Indonesia, offering detailed analysis and management strategies relevant to the region's agriculture.
Arthropod Relationships.
Original hardcover. xii,384 pp.; ills.; 28.5x22 cm. " The Systematics Association Special Volume Series 55 " Text in English - Very good. See picture
This scholarly work provides an overview of arthropod phylogeny, incorporating data from DNA sequencing, Cambrian fossil discoveries, and developmental genetics.
Die Grundlagen des natürlichen Systems der vergleichenden Anatomie und der Phylogenetik. Theoretische Morphologie und Systematik I. Zweite Auflage. Mit 82 Abbildungen. [ reprint of 1956 edition, Leipzig ].
Original hardcover. vi,364 pp.; 24.5x17 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. - (covers with few stains) Although very good, see picture
This classic work provides an in-depth understanding of the principles underlying comparative anatomy and phylogenetics.
Biogeographical Evolution of the Malay Archipelago.
Original hardcover. x,146(2) pp.; ills., plans, maps; 25x19 cm. " Oxford Monographs on Biogeography 4 " Text in English - Very good, see picture.
This academic work, based on presentations at the Third International Congress of Systematic and Evolutionary Biology in 1985, explores the biogeographical history of the Malay Archipelago, addressing the region?s evolutionary development between Asia and Australia.
A Guide to Seashore Life & A Guide to Freshwater Life in Singapore. [ 2 books ].
2 vols. Paperbacks. 160 pp. & 160 pp., many ills.; 15x10 cm. Text in English.
Both books are sponsored by BP and focus on educating readers about Singapore's ecosystems. The first book covers marine life along the seashore, while the second explores freshwater habitats in the region. ISBN 9810002548 & 9971882884.
De ontdekking van de ondergrond. Anderhalve eeuw toegepast geowetenschappelijk onderzoek in Nederland.
Paperback. 152 pp., ills.; 25x20.5 cm. " Geologie van Nederland, deel 6 " Text in Dutch / Nederlands. - Very good, see picture
Geologie van Nederland, deel 6. This book explores 150 years of applied geoscientific research in the Netherlands, providing an in-depth look at the development and impact of geological studies on Dutch society.
Geological and Soil Evidence: Forensic Applications.
Original hardcover. xviii,336 pp.; ills, and 6 plates with ill./ photographs in color .; 24.5x16 cm. Text in English - Very good, see picture.
This book introduces the nature and properties of geological and soil materials used as trace evidence in forensic science. It covers analytical techniques for evaluating such evidence and emphasizes the application of geoscience in forensic analyses, including geophysical, meteorological, and geomorphological data. The text discusses common geological components like rocks, minerals, spores, and microfossils, as well as anthropogenic particles such as pottery and brick. It also addresses sampling procedures, particle characterization, and the evaluation of evidence significance, supported by case studies from the author's experience and scientific literature.
Malayan Animal Life. Fifth Impression.
Paperback. x,238 pp., ills, plates; 21.5x14 cm. Text in English. - (slightly browned) Although very good, see picture
This book provides an introduction to the most common and conspicuous animals of Malaya, offering a brief outline of the region's fauna. It covers various species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and other invertebrates, with illustrations and photographs to aid identification.
The Variety of Life: A Survey and a Celebration of all the Creatures that Have Ever Lived.
Original hardcover, with dust-jacket. xvi,684 pp.; ills.; 28.5x19 cm. Text in English. - (dust-jacket slightly worn) Very good. See picture.
This book offers an illustrated summary of Earth's current and former inhabitants, showcasing the diversity of life. It discusses the principles of classification and provides genealogical trees to summarize evolutionary relationships among various groups.
The Archaeology of Animal Bones.
Paperback. x,206 pp.; ills.; 24.5x17 cm. Text in English - Very good. See picture.
This book serves as an introduction to zooarchaeology, the study of animal remains from archaeological sites. It explores how bones can provide insights into past human economies, diets, and environments. The author discusses methods for analyzing bones and interpreting findings.
Species, Landscapes and Islands: Perspectives in Tropical Botany. A Tribute to Benjamin C. Stone.
Paperback. x,278 pp.; ills, photographs, some in color.; 25.5x17.5 cm. " The Malayan Nature Journal Vol 55 Parts 1 & 2 June 2001 " Text in English. - (spine (sun)faded) Very good, see picture
This book is a tribute to Benjamin C. Stone, highlighting his extensive contributions to tropical botany. It covers diverse topics in botany, ecology, and conservation, reflecting Stone's wide-ranging interests. The book is supported by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and features collaborations with the University of Malaya, Forest Research Institute Malaysia, and the Botanical Research Institute of Texas.
Coevolution.
Paperback. xii,556 pp., some ills.; 22.5x15 cm. Text in English. - (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
This book explores the reciprocal evolutionary influences between interacting species, such as predators and prey or hosts and parasites. It compiles research findings and theoretical perspectives on how these interactions drive evolutionary changes.
The Material Basis of Evolution with an Introduction by Stephen Jay Gould.
Paperback. xlii,436,(2) pp.; 21x14 cm. Text in English. - (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
This book reissues Goldschmidt's 1940 work, challenging traditional Darwinian views by proposing that macroevolution results from significant genetic changes, leading to the concept of "hopeful monsters." It includes an introduction by Stephen Jay Gould, highlighting its relevance to contemporary evolutionary biology.
Blütenökologie. 2., völlig neu bearbeitete und erweiterte Auflage.
Original green cloth. xii,346,(2) pp., ills.; 23.5x16 cm. Text in German / Deutsch. (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture
This book provides an in-depth study of flower ecology, focusing on the relationships between plants and their pollinators. It includes 347 illustrations.
Rara historico-naturalia et mathematica edito stereotypa, praefatione tabulisque aucta, curante ( Wilhelm Junk : 1866-1942 ).
Original black cloth. x,314 pp.; 23.5x15.5 cm. - (no dust-jacket) Very good, see picture
This work is a reprint of Wilhelm Junk's original bibliographic catalog, providing detailed annotations of over 800 rare books in the fields of natural history and mathematics. It serves as a valuable reference for bibliophiles and researchers interested in historical scientific literature.
Conservation Biology: An Evolutionary-Ecological Perspective.
Paperback. xvi,396,(2) pp.; ills.; 23x15 cm. Text in English. (spine slightly folded, paper bit browned) Although very good, see picture
This book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding both practical and theoretical challenges in conservation biology. It addresses topics such as ecosystem intricacies, habitat fragmentation, captive breeding programs, human impact on natural resources, and the role of humans as planetary stewards.
Practical Taxonomic Computing.
Original hardcover. xii,202 pp.; 24x16 cm. Text in English. - (small signs of use) Very good, see picture
This book introduces the use of computers in taxonomy, providing methods for inputting, storing, and organizing biological information. It discusses how computers can assist in the identification and classification of plants and animals.
Putting Biodiversity on the Map: Priority Areas for Global Conservation.
Paperback. vi,90 pp.; ills.; 30x21 cm. Text in English. - (minor wear) Very good, see picture
This book identifies key areas worldwide that are critical for conserving global biodiversity. By analyzing the distribution of bird species with restricted ranges, it highlights regions where conservation efforts would have the greatest impact. The publication includes regional overviews, maps of Endemic Bird Areas, and color photographs.
Comprendre et enseigner la classification du vivant. Seconde édition.
Large paperback. 352 pp., ill.; 29x21 cm. Text in French / Français. - Very good. See picture
This book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and teaching the classification of living organisms. It offers educators a synthetic overview of classification principles and practical tools for teaching this subject, from primary school to preparatory classes. The authors, including a researcher from the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle and experienced teachers, present classroom practices developed and tested in line with new curricula.
Exercises in Invertebrate Paleontology.
Paperback. x,272 pp.; ills.; 28x21.5 cm. Text in English. (This copy is clean and unmarked, with no exercises filled in, making it suitable for use in educational settings) Very good, see picture
This manual is designed to complement textbooks on paleontology, particularly Boardman's "Fossil Invertebrates." It provides a wide range of exercises aimed at connecting paleobiological concepts with the practical examination of fossil specimens. The exercises emphasize fossil taxonomy, morphology, and the application of paleobiological principles to address problems in historical geology and evolution. Its flexible structure allows instructors to adapt the content based on course needs and available fossil material.
Origins: The Evolution of Continents, Oceans, and Life.
Large paperback. 360 pp.; many ills./ photographs in color; 29x26 cm. Text in English. - Very good. See picture
This book explores Earth's geological and biological evolution over the past 700 million years. It examines the formation and movement of continents, the development of oceans, and the progression of life forms in response to Earth's changing environment. Featuring panoramic photography and detailed illustrations, it provides a visual and engaging understanding of Earth's dynamic history.
Synopsis and Classification of Living Organisms (2 Volumes).
2 vols. Original hardcovers. xx,1166 pp. & (8),1232 pp., many illustrations; 28.5x22.5 cm. Text in English. (slightly browned) Very good, see picture. Weight is 6.6 kg!
This two-volume reference work provides an extensive overview of the classification and characteristics of living organisms. It covers a wide range of biological domains, offering detailed taxonomic information and descriptions of species. Featuring numerous illustrations.
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