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Africa's Great Predators is an 80-page portfolio of outstanding images that Africa Geographic has assembled for your enjoyment. Price:
Catching the Moment gives both aspirant and seasoned wildlife photographers a wealth of useful tips and information, but more than that, an appreciation of the love of nature and the artistry behind breath-taking images such as those re-published here. Even 'armchair photographers', however, will enjoy following the record of these moments, for the beauty of the vast panorama they explore, and the insight they yield into patterns of behaviour amongst the observed. Price:
Daryl Balfour's practical Wildlife Photography. Price:
African Predators The large carnivores of Africa are superior, powerful, skillful and feared. From the big cats to the endangered wild dog and Ethiopian wolf, the often-maligned hyaenas and the opportunistic jackal, these hunnters captivate, fascinate and excite, and provide the raw drama of Africa so eagerly sought by many wildlife lovers. Mills' examination of their behaviour, social make-up, relations and interactions is supported by Harvey's superb and dramatic photography. Price:
Okavango The book retains its wealth of information on the nature of the Okavango Delta and its inhabitants, plant, animal and human. With the advantage of a 15 year perspective, the author addresses the threats to the Okavango~s ecosystem from those hungry for its water, including the diamond mines that work the area for its fabulous underground wealth. The story of conservation in Botswana described here is a dramatic one, particularly striking for the successful resolution of a series of water battles, but also for the death of hundreds of thousands of wild animals cut off from water by Botswana~s veterinary fences. Illustrated with over 170 full-colour photographs of the many faces of the Delta and its woodland and desert surrounding, this is a book for all who yearn for the 'other world' of the wilderness, understand its value and know how precarious its survival is. Author: Karen Ross Hard cover, 216 pages, 245mm x 185mm Price:
Cheetah Esteemed for its speed and athleticism, admired for its grace and beauty, coveted for its hunting prowess, the cheetah has nonetheless been harrassed and hounded to the point of extinction. Author Luke Hunter, a specialist on African carnivores, looks into the history, evolution, behaviour and day-to-day survival of one of the most fascinating of the big cats. He discusses the ancestry of the cheetah, its hunting strategies, reproduction, social behaviour and status throughout Africa and Iran – the last remaining pocket of the species in Asia. Hunter also focuses on the tenuous future of the cheetah, its decreasing habitat and declining numbers, and deals with the immediate and long-term conservation issues facing the species. His authoritative text highlights the latest research on cheetahs, dispelling the myths and providing a comprehensive overview of the cheetah in the wild. Throughout the book, his first-hand field observations supplement data on the latest ecological discoveries from cheetah researchers across Africa. Powerful, full-colour photographs by Dave Hamman make this book a visual feast and reveal a world that is both intensely private and highly dramatic. Hamman’s portrayal of the many modes and activities of this elusive animal presents a sumptuous gallery of photographs, while at the same time serving to broaden our knowledge – and help ensure the survival – of this remarkable and beautiful cat. Authors: Dave Hamman and Luke Hunter Hard cover, 144 pages, 320mm x 245mm Price:
The Garden Route 'A book that is a joy to pick up and page through – one that will always take me back to where I've been.' Such is the intention behind this book, a description of the lush rainforest area of the Garden Route and the paradox of its proximity with the semi-desert of the Little Karoo. The author explores key areas of the coastal stretch between Mossel Bay and Storms River and of the broad valley, the Little Karoo, on the other side of the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma mountains. Both regions are home to a great variety of plants and animals and are opened up and linked by roads built with great skill and massive effort through mountain passes and across rivers. Thousands visit these spectacular areas, heading for the sea or – in the opposite direction – the Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees and the Cango Caves. This book will give them a glimpse of the wild and wonderful life along the way in a land steeped in history and natural diversity. Author: Leon Nell Hard cover, 256 pages, 250mm x 210mm Price:
Rediscovering SA The Sunday Times Explorer team went on a 37–week journey to rediscover South Africa. The result was a series of articles that utilised but a small section of the research. Rediscovering South Africa is an important travel guide to our country that will quickly achieve status and popularity. Rediscovering South Africa outlines and details routes and roads that most travellers are unaware of. These routes offer new glimpses of our great country and highlight unusual places to visit and people to meet. This book makes the ultimate companion for the armchair traveller and for those with adventurous wheels. Authors: Stephen Haw, Andrew Unsworth and Heather Robertson Dimensions: 280 x 210mm Pages: 280 Price:
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