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Galapagos Islands : Exploring, Enjoying and Understanding Darwin's Enchanted Islands by Marylee Stephenson (2005, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherMountaineers Books, T.H.E.
ISBN-10089886688X
ISBN-139780898866889
eBay Product ID (ePID)18038674426

Product Key Features

Edition2
Book TitleGalapagos Islands : Exploring, Enjoying and Understanding Darwin's Enchanted Islands
Number of Pages158 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2005
TopicRegional, South America / Ecuador & Galapagos Islands, Hiking
FeaturesRevised
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Travel, Sports & Recreation
AuthorMarylee Stephenson
Book SeriesTrekking Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight8.1 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
Item Width5.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2006-272326
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition20
Dewey Decimal508.866/5
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisIn this revised second edition, Marylee Stephenson is besotted with passion-flowers, daisy trees, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies. Traveling in tiny, hand-hewn converted fishing boats and on luxurious sailing vessels, she has explored the Galapagos Islands numerous times over the past two decades. In her engagingly ......, A dedicated amateur naturalist presents an updated guide to visiting Ecuador's Galapagos Islands. Covers the plants, birds, mammals, reptiles, and underwater creatures; major islands and visitor sites; and travel tips, from planning a visit to what to bring. Illustrations are all new to this edition, In this revised second edition, Marylee Stephenson is besotted with passion-flowers, daisy trees, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies. Traveling in tiny, hand-hewn converted fishing boats and on luxurious sailing vessels, she has explored the Galapagos Islands numerous times over the past two decades. In her engagingly written guide, she takes you to all the important sites, describing the plant and animal life to be seen and the experiences to be had in each area. Includes maps and color photography. Stephenson is brilliantly equipped to act as both armchair and practical guide to the Galapagos Islands, one of the world's best remaining magic places. If you're going or thinking of it, or just want a vicarious experience, this book is required reading.
LC Classification NumberQH198.G3S73 2000