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NewDucks, Geese, and Swans of North Americarevised and updated edition

two-volume set

Guy Baldassarre

A Wildlife Management Institute Book

The best-selling and authoritative reference book on waterfowl has

been fully revised and updated by one of the world’s most respected

waterfowl biologists.

2014 1,088 pp., 144 color photos, 138 color illus., 50 maps978-1-4214-0751-7 $69.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

An Equation for Every OccasionFifty-Two Formulas and Why They Matter

John M. Henshaw

A little math, a bit of history, and a dose of storytelling combine

to reveal the importance of equations in everyday life.

2014 208 pp., 1 halftone, 15 line drawings978-1-4214-1491-1 $29.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Science UnshackledHow Obscure, Abstract, Seemingly Useless Scientific Research Turned Out to Be the Basis for Modern Life

C. Renée James

Fascinating stories that describe the unlikely path from quirky idea

to useful and essential knowledge.

2014 216 pp.978-1-4214-1500-0 $24.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

SharksThe Animal Answer Guide

Gene Helfman and George H. Burgess

Do sharks lay eggs or give birth to live young? Do sharks sleep? How

long do they live? This book answers your questions about some of

nature’s most misunderstood animals.

2014 288 pp., 34 color photos, 72 halftones, 10 line drawings978-1-4214-1309-9 $26.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

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Gene JockeysLife Science and the Rise of Biotech Enterprise

Nicolas Rasmussen

“Delicately unravels the tangled fibres of discovery, entrepreneurship

and lab life in the first decades of genetic engineering.”—Nature

2014 264 pp., 12 line drawings978-1-4214-1340-2 $35.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Field Guide to the Natural World of Washington, D.C.Howard Youth

illustrated by Mark A. Klingler photographs by Robert E. Mumford, Jr. foreword by Kirk Johnson

A field guide to plants and animals commonly found in the

nation’s capital.

2014 400 pp., 91 color photos, 13 maps, 100 color plates978-1-4214-1204-7 $24.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

Alien UniverseExtraterrestrial Life in Our Minds and in the Cosmos

Don Lincoln

“A clear and clear-sighted look at Aliens by a man who would be

delighted if one day they appeared.”—Publishers Weekly

2013 208 pp., 23 b&w photos, 13 line drawings978-1-4214-1072-2 $29.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

The Science of Ocean WavesRipples, Tsunamis, and Stormy Seas

J. B. Zirker

A whirlwind tour of the world of waves—from the “ordinary” waves

that constantly churn the sea to the rogues or freaks that can rise up

seemingly from nowhere to heights of 20 meters or more.

2013 264 pp., 49 b&w illus.978-1-4214-1078-4 $39.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

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The Quick Guide to Wild Edible PlantsEasy to Pick, Easy to Prepare

Lytton John Musselman and Harold J. Wiggins

“Should I ever get a craving for stinging nettle omelet or black

locust fritters, I will know exactly which wild edible plant book to

look in.”—The Aiken Standard

2013 144 pp., 116 color photos978-1-4214-0871-2 $24.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Train WreckThe Forensics of Rail Disasters

George Bibel

Riveting tales of trains gone wrong, the detective work of finding

out why, and the safety improvements that were born of tragedy.

2012 368 pp., 19 halftones, 101 line drawings978-1-4214-0590-2 $29.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Beyond the Black BoxThe Forensics of Airplane Crashes

George Bibel

“Offering insights into how aviation accident investigations are

conducted, Bibel addresses the causes of such accidents, from

in-flight breakup to metal fatigue and combustion, and the lessons

learned.”—Library Journal


The Science of Doctor WhoPaul Parsons

“This exploration of the long-running TV series delivers on its

promise to answer the kinds of questions raised by the best

of science fiction.”—Science News

2010 328 pp., 19 line drawings978-0-8018-9560-9 $24.95 hardcover

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Featured Books



NewPrimate Comparative AnatomyDaniel L. Gebo

“A very strong addition to the available books on primate anatomy.

A clear, logical, and useful resource for students and a nice quick

reference for researchers.”—Timothy M. Ryan, The Pennsylvania

State University


Mammals of Mexicoedited by Gerardo Ceballos

“Mexico is a mega-diverse country, with one of the world’s richest

mammal faunas. Gerardo Ceballos is an internationally recognized

scientist known for his remarkable breadth and insights. This book . . .

showcases both to great effect.”—Bruce Patterson, The Field Museum

2014 984 pp., 574 color photos, 538 maps978-1-4214-0843-9 $150.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Squirrels of the WorldRichard W. Thorington, Jr., John L. Koprowski, Michael A. Steele, and James F. Whatton

“Squirrels of the World does a wonderful job at surveying this

charismatic group of animals . . . The photographs in this book are

worth the cost of the book themselves.”—Canadian Field-Naturalist

2012 472 pp., 276 color photos, 285 maps, 2 graphs, 28 plates978-1-4214-0469-1 $75.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

SquirrelsThe Animal Answer Guide

Richard W. Thorington, Jr., and Katie E. Ferrell

“This engaging guide sheds light on a common mammal that is anything

but commonplace.”—Wildlife Conservation

2006 208 pp., 77 halftones, 4 line drawings978-0-8018-8403-0 $26.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

Bats of the United States and CanadaMichael J. Harvey, J. Scott Altenbach, and Troy L. Best

“A well-written, interesting primer on bats that provides a broad over-

view of bat biology and conservation . . . The book is richly illustrated

with an excellent assortment of full-color photographs.”—Choice

2011 224 pp., 135 color photos, 47 maps, 2 graphs978-1-4214-0191-1 $24.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

Mammalogy


Small Wild CatsThe Animal Answer Guide

James G. Sanderson and Patrick Watson

“As the big cats (cheetahs, jaguars, leopards,

lions, and pumas) tend to get the lion’s share

of attention in most books, a work specifically

on small wild cats is welcome.”—Choice

2011 184 pp., 32 color photos, 76 b&w photos, 9 line drawings978-0-8018-9885-3 $24.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

The Biology of Small MammalsJoseph F. Merritt

Outstanding Academic Title, Choice Magazine

“Where Dr. Merritt’s book shines and separates

itself from other mammalogy books is when

he adds the details, examples, and colorful

commentary allowing readers to share his

passion and enthusiasm for small mammals.”

—Journal of Wildlife Management

2010 336 pp., 63 b&w photos, 13 b&w illus.978-0-8018-7950-0 $60.00 hardcover

Walker’s Mammals of the Worldsixth edition

two-volume set

Ronald M. Nowak

“A massive compilation ideal for readers who

want to have at their fingertips information on

every mammal species.”—International Zoo

News

1999 2,015 pp., 550 b&w illus.978-0-8018-5789-8 $160.00 hardcover

Herpetology and Ichthyology

NewBiology and Conservation of North American Tortoisesedited by David C. Rostal, Earl D. McCoy, and Henry R. Mushinsky

The most comprehensive book ever published

on North America’s native tortoises.


Freshwater Fishes of North AmericaVolume 1: Petromyzontidae to Catostomidae

edited by Melvin L. Warren, Jr., and Brooks M. Burr

illustrated by Joseph R. Tomelleri

A monumental reference that provides

comprehensive details on the freshwater fishes

of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

2014 664 pp. 132 color photos, 71 color illus., 72 line drawings, 85 maps978-1-4214-1201-6 $100.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Mammalogy


Field Guide to Fishes of the Chesapeake BayEdward O. Murdy and John A. Musick

illustrated by Val Kells

“A must have for anglers, naturalists, scientists,

outdoors people and anyone who just loves the

Chesapeake Bay.”—Bay Weekly

2013 360 pp., 251 color illus., 2 maps978-1-4214-0768-5 $24.95 paperback

GeckosThe Animal Answer Guide

Aaron M. Bauer

“Anyone who owns a gecko, has seen them

in the wild, or has wondered about them will

appreciate this gem of a book.”—Northeastern

Naturalist

2013 192 pp., 35 color photos, 94 b&w illus. 978-1-4214-0853-8 $26.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

Frogs of the United States and Canadatwo-volume set

C. Kenneth Dodd Jr.


“These very well-written, indispensable volumes

are exceptionally detailed, accurate, and up-to-

date . . . Essential.”—Choice

2013 1032 pp., 387 color photos, 32 b&w illus., 109 maps978-1-4214-0633-6 $180.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Herpetology and Ichthyology

A Field Guide to Coastal FishesFrom Maine to Texas

Val Kells and Kent Carpenter

“This book is a wonderful identification guide

. . . It will make an excellent addition to any tying

library both for its detailed bait fish illustrations

as well as a tool for catch identification and

research.”—Florida Fly Fishing Magazine

2011 448 pp., 1,079 color illus., 192 b&w illus., 1 map978-0-8018-9838-9 $25.00 paperback

Saving Sea TurtlesExtraordinary Stories from the Battle against Extinction

James R. Spotila

“A turtle biologist makes a plea to save sea

turtles, remarkable creatures that start life buried

in up to two feet of sand.”—Science News

2011 240 pp., 12 color plates978-0-8018-9907-2 $24.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

The Rise of Fishes500 Million Years of Evolution

second edition

John A. Long

“One could almost take this for a coffee-table

book at first glance, so profusely and well is it

illustrated . . . [It] is not just a scientific and edu-

cational tool; it is also a visual celebration of the

glories of biological diversity as seen in the fossil

record.”—Nature

2010 304 pp., 274 color illus., 70 line drawings978-0-8018-9695-8 $65.00 hardcover


Ecology, Evolution, and Paleontology

NewElements of Physical Hydrologysecond edition

George M. Hornberger, Patricia L. Wiberg, Jeffrey P. Raffensperger, and Paolo D’Odorico

The most cogent textbook ever produced on the topic, this revised and

expanded edition will be welcomed by students and professionals alike.


Mapping Disease Transmission RiskEnriching Models Using Biogeography and Ecology

A. Townsend Peterson

A revolutionary book that presents analytical tools for understanding why

a particular disease is transmitted within a specific geographic area.

2014 224 pp., 19 line drawings, 16 maps978-1-4214-1473-7 $79.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Essential Readings in Evolutionary Biologyedited by Francisco J. Ayala and John C. Avise

“An excellent collection of classic papers that does a great job of tracing

the history of evolutionary biology through the presentation of seminal

works from their original sources . . . providing a collection of essential

readings in evolutionary biology to academia and the reading public.”

—Science, Religion and Culture

2014 576 pp., 9 halftones, 99 line drawings978-1-4214-1305-1 $49.95 hardcover

Atlas of Crustacean Larvaeedited by Joel W. Martin, Jørgen Olesen, and Jens T. Høeg

An illustrated guide to the sweeping diversity of crustacean larval forms.

2014 384 pp., 134 color plates978-1-4214-1197-2 $125.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

PenguinsThe Animal Answer Guide

Gerald L. Kooyman and Wayne Lynch

Kooyman has studied penguins for decades and Lynch’s photographs of

penguins in the wild are the best ever captured. The result of their com-

bined effort is an engaging book that answers every penguin question

you’ve ever had.

2013 184 pp., 39 color photos, 73 halftones978-1-4214-1051-7 $26.95 paperback Also available as an e-book


The Housing BombWhy Our Addiction to Houses Is Destroying the Environment and Threatening Our Society

M. Nils Peterson, Tarla Rai Peterson, and Jianguo Liu

“In this compelling book we are shown the destructive folly of humanity’s

insatiable appetite for bigger and bigger homes, and for second and third

homes, a largely unrecognized factor in the human environmental predica-

ment.”—Paul R. Ehrlich, Stanford University, author of The Population Bomb

2013 224 pp., 1 b&w photo, 17 line drawings978-1-4214-1065-4 $29.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

StarfishBiology and Ecology of the Asteroidea

edited by John M. Lawrence

“Color photographs and detailed black-and-white illustrations will aid the

layperson looking for basic information, but the extensive references

speak to this volume’s research value.”—Library Journal

2013 288 pp., 17 color photos, 62 b&w photos, 101 line drawings, 2 maps978-1-4214-0787-6 $100.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Secret Lives of AntsJae Choe

foreword by Jane Goodall photographs by Dan Perlman

“One of the best (and most readable) books ever written on these impor-

tant insects. The author, who is intimately familiar with the scientific facts,

provides a charming and personalized story that will appeal to a broad

readership.”—E. O. Wilson

2012 184 pp., 75 color illus.978-1-4214-0428-8 $34.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Zooplankton of the Atlantic and Gulf CoastsA Guide to Their Identification and Ecology

second edition

William S. Johnson and Dennis M. Allen

with illustrations by Marni Fylling

“An indispensable book for teachers, students, and professionals working

in marine biology and oceanography.”—Northeastern Naturalist

2012 472 pp., 30 line drawings, 110 plates978-1-4214-0618-3 $50.00 paperback Also available as an e-book

Trees of LifeA Visual History of Evolution

Theodore W. Pietsch

“With the concept of evolution now often iconified to the point of

misrepresentation, Trees of Life reminds us that both the idea and its rep-

resentation were—and are—fluid, debated, and reconstructed.”—Science

2012 376 pp., 5 halftones, 226 line drawings978-1-4214-1185-9 $34.95 paperback

Ecology, Evolution, and PaleontologyEcology, Evolution, and Paleontology


Field Guide to the Street Trees of New York CityLeslie Day

illustrated by Trudy Smoke

“With wonderful illustrations, photographs, and

descriptive text, Leslie Day has given us a hand-

book for naturalists, sidewalk denizens, apartment

dwellers, dog-walkers, and bicycle riders.”

—Wayne Cahilly, New York Botanical Garden

2011 296 pp., 220 color photos, 5 maps, 50 color plates978-1-4214-0152-2 $24.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

Field Guide to the Natural World of New York CityLeslie Day

illustrated by Mark A. Klingler foreword by Michael R. Bloomberg

“This little gem fills you in on everything finned,

furred, feathered, or leafed, and how to find it,

in all five boroughs.”—House and Garden

2007 356 pp., 15 maps, 101 figures, 100 color plates978-0-8018-8682-9 $25.95 paperback Also available as an e-book

The Evolution of ObesityMichael L. Power and Jay Schulkin

“Goes far beyond anything else that is available

on obesity . . . Power and Schulkin deserve

much credit for their bold attempt to combine

evolutionary and reductionist explanations,

and for their unflinching acknowledgment of

complexity.”—Nature


Extinction and RadiationHow the Fall of Dinosaurs Led to the Rise of Mammals

J. David Archibald

“An excellent compendium of the current state of

paleontological knowledge about the contempora-

neous histories of these two groups.”—Quarterly

Review of Biology

2011 120 pp., 31 illus., 6 maps, 14 graphs978-0-8018-9805-1 $65.00 hardcover

The Other Saber-toothsScimitar-tooth Cats of the Western Hemisphere

edited by Virginia L. Naples, Larry D. Martin, and John P. Babiarz

“A must-read for all saber-tooth researchers and ed-

ucated readers interested in these awe-inspiring

predators.”—Quarterly Review of Biology

2011 252 pp., 65 color illus., 65 halftones, 2 line drawings978-0-8018-9664-4 $110.00 hardcover

The Rise of Amphibians365 Million Years of Evolution

Robert Carroll


“Should be on the bookshelf of anyone involved

in vertebrate evolution.”—Systematic Biology

2009 392 pp., 235 b&w illus., 16 color plates978-0-8018-9140-3 $68.00 hardcover

Ecology, Evolution, and Paleontology


Wildlife Management & ConservationEcology, Evolution, and Paleontology

Wildlife in Airport EnvironmentsPreventing Animal–Aircraft Collisions through Science-Based Management

edited by Travis L. DeVault, Bradley F. Blackwell, and Jerrold L. Belant

“The authors did an outstanding job in collecting,

analyzing, and organizing current best manage-

ment practices for aviation wildlife management.”

—Animal Behaviour

2013 200 pp., 53 b&w illus.978-1-4214-1082-1 $75.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Wildlife Management and ConservationContemporary Principles and Practices

edited by Paul R. Krausman and James W. Cain III

A definitive textbook for students of wildlife

management.

Published in association with The Wildlife Society

2013 360 pp., 2 color illus., 46 b&w illus., 64 line drawings978-1-4214-0986-3 $99.50 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Essential Readings in Wildlife Management and Conservationedited by Paul R. Krausman and Bruce D. Leopold

“Sure to become a common text among wildlife

students and professionals. . . the editors

certainly achieved their goal of developing a text

referencing the core literature of wildlife conser-

vation and management.”—Journal of Wildlife

Management


2013 696 pp., 2 halftones978-1-4214-0818-7 $50.00 hardcover

Wildlife Damage ManagementPrevention, Problem Solving, and Conflict Resolution

Russell F. Reidinger, Jr., and James E. Miller

“A significant contribution to the wildlife

management and conservation literature. . .

Highly recommended.”—Choice


Human Dimensions of Wildlife Managementsecond edition

edited by Daniel J. Decker, Shawn J. Riley, and William F. Siemer

“Any college-level collection strong in conser-

vation and resource management as well as

wildlife issues will find this an important work.”

—Midwest Book Review


2012 304 pp., 101 b&w photos978-1-4214-0654-1 $85.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

The Wildlife Techniques Manualseventh editiontwo-volume set

Volume 1: Research Volume 2: Management

edited by Nova J. Silvy


“The broad sweep of methodology in both wildlife

research and management and the affordable

price for this large, two-volume text make it an

indispensible reference. Essential.”—Choice


2012 1,136 pp., 190 b&w illus., 170 line drawings978-1-4214-0159-1 $150.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

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Physics

NewThe Large Hadron ColliderThe Extraordinary Story of the Higgs Boson and Other Stuff That Will Blow Your Mind

Don Lincoln

An insider’s history of the Large Hadron Collider: why it was built, how it

works, and the importance of what it has revealed.

2014 240 pp., 5 b&w photos, 19 b&w illus., 25 halftones, 41 line drawings978-1-4214-1351-8 $29.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Tensor Calculus for PhysicsA Concise Guide

Dwight E. Neuenschwander

Using a clear, step-by-step approach, this book explains one of the more

difficult—yet crucial—topics in physics.

2014 152 pp., 8 line drawings978-1-4214-1565-9 $45.00 paperback Also available as an e-book

Emmy Noether’s Wonderful TheoremDwight E. Neuenschwander

“Without entering into technicalities, the author nevertheless succeeds in

preserving a reasonable standard of mathematical rigor and, above all, in

convincing the reader of the mathematical beauty and physical relevance

of Noether’s theorem. If only for that reason, I can strongly recommend

this book.”—Mathematical Reviews


Lights On!The Science of Power Generation

Mark Denny

Anyone who is interested in how energy works and how it is

transformed to power our lives will get a charge out of Lights On!


The Science of NavigationFrom Dead Reckoning to GPS

Mark Denny

Get your bearings with Mark Denny—an expert at explaining scientific

concepts to the non-technical reader—in this all-encompassing look at

the history and science of navigation.



Super StructuresThe Science of Bridges, Buildings, Dams, and Other Feats of Engineering

Mark Denny

“Structures stand, soar and collapse based on

fundamental physics principles.”—Science News


NucleusA Trip into the Heart of Matter

second edition

Ray Mackintosh, Jim Al-Khalili, Björn Jonson, and Teresa Peña

“The book demonstrates the central role of

nuclear physics in our exploration of nature.”

—Sesame

2012 144 pp., 130 color photos, 40 halftones978-1-4214-0351-9 $35.00 hardcover

Fast Car PhysicsChuck Edmondson

“Helps enthusiasts apply the knowledge they

gained in high school and college physics

courses to the operation and tuning of a track

car.”—Grassroots Motorsports


Time TravelA Writer’s Guide to the Real Science of Plausible Time Travel

Paul J. Nahin

with a new preface

“An exciting read covering every aspect of time

travel.”—Australasian Science Magazine


Relativity for the Questioning MindDaniel F. Styer

“Organized beautifully and written well, this is

one of the clearest explanations of the traditional

stumbling blocks to learning relativity.”—Don

Lincoln, author of The Quantum Frontier

2011 200 pp., 1 halftone, 67 line drawings978-0-8018-9760-3 $30.00 paperback Also available as an e-book

Mere ThermodynamicsDon S. Lemons

“Mere Thermodynamics is a good learning tool for

students, and it’s an interesting and thought-

provoking book for educators and professionals.”

—American Journal of Physics


Physics


Mathematics


NewThe Siddhāntasundara of JñānarājaAn English Translation with Commentary

Toke Lindegaard Knudsen

The first English translation of this major work of classical Indian

astronomy and mathematics.


Introduction to Abstract AlgebraFrom Rings, Numbers, Groups, and Fields to Polynomials and Galois Theory

Benjamin Fine, Anthony M. Gaglione, and Gerhard Rosenberger

A breakthrough approach to teaching one of math’s most intimidating

concepts. Avoiding the pitfalls common in the standard textbooks,

the authors set a pace that allows beginner-level students to follow

the progression from familiar topics such as rings, numbers, and

groups to more difficult concepts.

2014 584 pp., 13 line drawings, 4 graphs978-1-4214-1176-7 $99.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Mathematics in Twentieth-Century Literature and ArtContent, Form, Meaning

Robert Tubbs

“A refreshing and unusual contribution that should appeal to a larger

audience than mathematicians alone, including historians and art

theorists. Tubbs’s focus on artists whose mathematical intentions are

made clear by the artists themselves is original.”

—Janice Sklensky, Wheaton College


Origins of Mathematical WordsA Comprehensive Dictionary of Latin, Greek, and Arabic Roots

Anthony Lo Bello

“A true labor of love, this book will delight mathematicians. . .

Others can only applaud the knowledge, curiosity, and delight

Lo Bello brings to his work. . . Enthusiastically recommended for

comprehensive mathematical collections, graduate collections, and

for every mathematician’s bookshelf.”—Library Journal

2013 368 pp.978-1-4214-1098-2 $49.95 paperback Also available as an e-book


Matrix Computationsfourth edition

Gene H. Golub and Charles F. Van Loan

A revised and expanded edition of the classic treatment of

numerical linear algebra from the standpoint of both theory

and practice.


Least Squares Data Fitting with ApplicationsPer Christian Hansen, Víctor Pereyra, and Godela Scherer

A lucid explanation of the intricacies of both simple and complex

least squares methods.

2012 328 pp., 9 halftones, 8 line drawings, 46 graphs978-1-4214-0786-9 $85.00 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Golf by the NumbersHow Stats, Math, and Physics Affect Your Game

Roland Minton

Golf by the Numbers analyzes the mathematical strategies behind

the sport, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at how numbers

drive the game of golf.

2012 312 pp., 31 b&w illus., 86 line drawings978-1-4214-0315-1 $34.95 hardcover Also available as an e-book

Adventures in Group TheoryRubik’s Cube, Merlin’s Machine, and Other Mathematical Toys

second edition

David Joyner

This updated and revised edition of David Joyner’s entertaining

“hands-on” tour of group theory and abstract algebra brings life,

levity, and practicality to the topics through mathematical toys.

2008 328 pp., 6 halftones978-0-8018-9013-0 $30.00 paperback Also available as an e-book

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