guidebooks

This wonderfully illustrated book is essentially a photographic guide to the butterflies of the world. It covers 1,000 species from every corner of the globe, encompassing all key families and species, including the likes of monarchs, birdwings, swordtails, morphos, glasswings, and so on. Species are arranged by family with six to eight to a spread, and each stunning image, taken of wild butterflies in their natural surroundings, is accompanied by useful text on ID, interesting features and geographical distribution.

A guide on fishing for children that discusses skills and supplies needed to catch fish.

A handbook companion to "Terraria," a multiplatform adventure game.

"Shows how to read the landscape for clues and identify different rock types--from dazzling diamonds to grainy sandstone. ... data boxes provide short facts to help with quick identification"--Amazon.com.

An illustrated guide to Washington D.C., featuring lists that describe the top ten attractions in a variety of locations and categories, including the White House, the Library of Congress, Mount Vernon, museums, restaurants, theaters, Georgetown, and many others.

"The American Birding Association Field Guide to Birds of New York includes more than 300 species birders are most likely to see in the state. Illustrated with hundreds of crisp, color photographs, it includes descriptions of each bird along with tips of when and where to see them, written by an expert New York birder. It is the perfect companion for anyone interested in the amazing diversity and beauty of the birds of New York"--Amazon.com.

A visual travel guide to Washington D.C., providing descriptions and illustrations of significant sights in Old Downtown, Capitol Hill, the Mall, Georgetown, the White House and Foggy Bottom, and surrounding areas; and includes advice on where to stay, eat, and shop.

Contains profiles of 1031 worldwide locations on the UNESCO World Heritage list, with full-color photographs, maps, and brief overviews of each site's historical background.