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Books
for Adults
Chaos
to Cosmos: A Space Odyssey
You’ve
seen the exhibition, now read the book! Chaos
to Cosmos: A Space Odyssey is the perfect souvenir
of your visit to the Museum’s new, permanent space science
exhibition and a great way to learn more about the universe. Chaos
to Cosmos explores cultural ties to the night sky, the
basic tenets of space science, modern exploration of the solar system,
and the search for life beyond Earth.
Written by
three experts in space science, Chaos to
Cosmos brings the complexities of space science down
to Earth using clear and engaging writing, breathtaking images,
and easy-to-understand diagrams. This book is perfect for the space
science novice or for those wishing to learn more about what lies
beyond Earth’s atmosphere.
ISBN 1-558687-00-9
(paper), $21.95; (cloth) $29.95
144 pages, 10 x 10, full-color photographs.
Published in cooperation with Graphic Arts Center Publishing
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
calling Graphic Arts Center Publishing (1-800-452-3032).
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Denver
Museum of Nature & Science: The Official Guide
James T. Alton
Lavishly illustrated in full color, this guidebook
will allow readers to bring home the best of the Museum in one easy-to-use
book. Among the many fun- and fact-filled pages, readers will find
features on the Museum’s founding and history, the inside scoop
on unique objects in the DMNS collections, great photos and descriptions
of the Museum’s permanent exhibitions, behind-the-scenes stories
about major scientific expeditions across the globe, Museum trivia,
and DMNS trade secrets for creating its world-renowned dioramas.
ISBN 0-916278-72-7
(paper), $12.95
144 pages, 4 3/4 x 8, 250+ full-color and b/w photographs.
Published
in cooperation with Johnson Books.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
calling Johnson Books (1-800-258-5830).
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Mammals
of Colorado
James P. Fitzgerald, Carron A. Meaney, and David
M. Armstrong
Background information and species accounts make
this the definitive work on Colorado’s mammals. Whether you’re
a trained amateur or a professional mammalogist, there is much to
be learned from the information within these pages.
ISBN 0-87081-333-1 (cloth),
$59.95
488 pages, 8 x 10, 175 illustrations, 5 tables, 268 distribution
maps.
Published in cooperation with the University Press of Colorado.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
contacting the University Press of Colorado (Web
site or 1-800-627-7377).
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Mushrooms
of Colorado and the Southern Rocky Mountains
Vera Stucky Evenson
More than 170 species of mushrooms grow in Colorado and the southern
Rockies—sprouting in fields and forests, on riverbanks and
mountainsides, and even in your own backyard. This authoritative
field guide will appeal to anyone interested in mushrooming, from
amateurs to experienced foragers.
Color photographs
of mushrooms in their natural habitats are paired with descriptions
and diagrams to help you identify different species. Learn where
and when to hunt for mushrooms as well as how to avoid poisonous
ones.
Vera
Stucky Evenson is curator of Denver Botanic
Gardens’ Herbarium of Fungi. She has degrees in botany and
microbiology and teaches courses on mushrooms throughout Colorado.
ISBN 1-56579-192-4 (paper),
$25.00
224 pages, 5 1/2 x 10, full-color photographs, b/w illustrations,
glossary, index.
Published in cooperation with Denver Botanic Gardens and Westcliffe
Publishers.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
contacting Westcliffe Publishers
(Web
site or
1-800-523-3692).
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Seeing
the White Buffalo
Robert B. Pickering
In the summer of 1994, the birth of a white buffalo calf in Wisconsin
captured the nation’s attention. Some Native Americans hailed
the calf’s birth as a great omen. Others considered it a mere
curiosity.
The event inspired
Dr. Pickering to research the historical, spiritual, and biological
significance of the white buffalo. Seeing the White Buffalo
explores the phenomena of this unique animal from both scientific
and cultural perspectives, examining such topics as color variation
in the species from the Pleistocene to the present and the white
buffalo’s spiritual importance to Native Americans. Photographs
and paintings illustrate the author’s findings.
Robert B.
Pickering is former head of the Department of Anthropology at
the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. He has written books
on both archaeology and forensic anthropology.
ISBN
1-55566-182-3 (paper), $16.95
168 pages, 5 1/2 x 8 1/4, full-color and b/w photographs, index.
Published in cooperation with Johnson Books.
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366), or Johnson Books (1-800-258-5830).
Orders may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
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Explore
Colorado: A Naturalist’s Notebook
Frances Alley Kruger and Carron A. Meaney
photography by John Fielder
“This
book deserves to be in every serious Colorado outdoor enthusiast’s
collection of gear.” The Denver Post
The perfect
tool for navigating Colorado’s ecosystems. Use this treasure
for everything from selecting a weekend destination spot to investigating
a specific flower you spotted on a hike to logging your own observations
in the illustrated checklists.
ISBN 1-56579-124-X
(paper), $19.95
128 pages, 9 x 10, full-color photographs, illustrations, maps,
index.
Published in cooperation with Westcliffe Publishers.
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
contacting Westcliffe Publishers
(Web
site or 1-800-523-3692).
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Books
for Children
On
the Trail of Colorado Critters: Wildlife-Watching for Kids
Mary Taylor Young
photography by Wendy Shattil and Bob Rozinski
Ever wished there were one place to have close encounters with some
of Colorado’s best-loved animals? Look no further. This guide
gives kids a rare look at the state’s amazing array of creatures,
from coyotes and elk to backyard birds. Engaging text presents background
on more than sixty animals, while striking photographs give a unique
peek into their behavior. Fact boxes provide the basics on size,
appearance, diet, and habitat. Photographers’ tips, which are
sprinkled throughout the book, point out how and where to get the
best glimpses of your favorite critters. On the Trail of Colorado
Critters is perfect for tossing in your backpack before a hike
or curling up with at home. This one-of-a-kind book is sure to delight
kids and families alike! Written for ages 9–12.
ISBN 1-56579-350-1
(paper), $14.95
96 pages, 6 x 9, full-color photographs, illustrations, map, glossary,
index.
Published in cooperation with Westcliffe Publishers.
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366). Orders may also be placed by
contacting Westcliffe Publishers
(Web
site or 1-800-523-3692).
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Prehistoric
Journey Coloring Book
illustrated and written by DMNS staff
Combine art with science! Create your own versions of the Museum’s
spectacular dioramas and illustrations. The accompanying text—reviewed
by Museum scientists and educators—provides a short history
of life on Earth.
ISBN 1-57098-216-3
(paper), $4.95
32 pages, 8 1/2 x 11, b/w illustrations, glossary.
Published in cooperation with Roberts Rinehart Publishers.
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420). Orders
may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
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City
Foxes
Susan J. Tweit
photography by Wendy Shattil
Named Outstanding Science Trade Book for
Children by the Children’s Book Council and the National Science
Teachers Association.
Around
the country, wild animals are braving the many dangers of city life.
City Foxes dramatizes the fortunes of an urban fox family
as the kits grow up in a grassy cemetery. Their real-life adventures
include weathering a spring snowstorm, discovering strange new foods,
and learning about the dangers of cars and aggressive pets.
Vivid photography
and engaging text teach young readers how these wild canids survive
in human environments. Written for ages 5 and up.
Wendy Shattil was the first woman to receive the Grand Prize
in the international Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition
sponsored by England’s BBC Wildlife magazine. She has
published several books and lives in Denver, Colorado.
Naturalist Susan J. Tweit lives in Salida,
Colorado, and has authored several books for adults and Meet
the Wild Southwest for children.
ISBN
0-88240-493-8 (cloth) , $15.95
32 pages, 10 1/4 x 8 1/4, full-color photographs.
Published in cooperation with Alaska Northwest Books.
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366).
Orders may also be placed by
contacting
the Graphic Arts Center Publishing
Company (Web
site or
1-800-452-3032).
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The
Wonder Series
Roll up your sleeves and get involved!
Naturalists and educators alike have praised The Wonder Series for
its creative methods of teaching children about endangered animals.
The stories, games, and activities all require the active participation
of the reader, which is why Museum scientists and educators reviewed
all of the books and why children and parents put them to the test.
The books provide a sense of wonder and respect for the wild animals
they portray.Written for ages 8 through 12.
Paper, 8 1/2 x 11, illustrated
throughout.
Published in cooperation with
Roberts Rinehart Publishers.
- The
Wonder of Wolves
Sandra Chisholm Robinson
illustrated by Gail Kohler Opsahl
Best
Children’s Science Book List
This
recently revised edition includes a section that explores the
vital reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park.
Wolves is truly an invaluable resource about one of nature’s
most maligned and misunderstood animals.
ISBN
0-57098-123-X, $8.95
56 pages, bibliography.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420). Orders
may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
- Wild
Horses
Carol Ann Moorhead
illustrated by Kay Herndon and Gail Kohler Opsahl
Discover
the beauty of the wild horse, its place in nature, and how only
careful management will ensure its future. The accompanying trading
cards share real life horse stories.
ISBN
1-879373-51-3, $7.95
64 pages, glossary, bibliography, 9 full-color trading cards.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420).
- Owls:
On Silent Wings
Ann C. Cooper
with a story by Joseph Bruchac
illustrated by Randi Eyre and Marjorie C. Leggitt
Best Books for Children Science Books and Films
Discover
“How Horned Owl Found a Wife,”learn about the many different
species of owls, and find out how to be a pellet detective.
ISBN
1-879373-78-5, $7.95
64 pages, glossary, bibliography.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts Rinehart Publishers
(1-800-462-6420). Orders may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
- Eagles:
Hunters of the Sky
Ann C.
Cooper
illustrated by Gail Kohler Opsahl and Marjorie C. Leggitt
Parents’ Choice Approval Winner
Colorado Book Award Winner
Eagles
features numerous hands-on activities and the compelling story
of a Sioux boy who helps an injured eagle.
ISBN
1-879373-11-4, $7.95
64 pages, glossary, bibliography.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420). Orders
may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
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The
Wild Wonders Series
You may expect to see certain animals in a desert,
or a city park, or even above treeline, but how much do you actually
know about their world? And, more important, do you know how you
can help preserve it? Younger readers can follow the tracks of everything
from a kangaroo rat to an elk in this conceptual introduction to
ecosystems. Created to teach respect for natural habitats, these
colorful books show how each animal plays a role in the balanced
working of an ecosystem and explain why it is crucial to preserve
the animals’ homes. Written for ages 5 through 9.
Paper,
$9.95 each, 48 pages, 8 x 6
1/2, full-color illustrations.
Published in cooperation with
Roberts Rinehart Publishers.
- Along
the Seashore
Ann C. Cooper
illustrated by Dorothy Emerling
Along the Seashore looks at the complex world of rock pools,
beaches, and oceans. In this ever-changing environment, the between-tides
inhabitants must survive battering waves, tumbling boulders, scorching
sun, and predators from both land and ocean. Along the Seashore
features the seal, cormorant, hermit crab, raccoon, osprey, sea
star, dolphin, gull, and sea trout.
ISBN
1-57098-121-3, $9.95
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420). Orders
may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
- In
the City
Ann C. Cooper
illustrated by Dorothy Emerling
In the City introduces kids to
their wild neighbors—the animals that inhabit North America’s
towns and cities. In woodland parks, weedy lots, and people’s
backyards, these adaptable creatures find food and shelter, raise
families, and try to avoid the dangers posed by humans and other
urban wildlife.
ISBN
1-57098-298-8, $9.95
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420).
- Above
the Treeline
Ann C. Cooper
illustrated by Dorothy Emerling
Travel
to the alpine tundra, the "land above the trees." This
harsh environment—stormy, gray, and white in winter; colorful
and full of life during the brief summer—is home to majestic
bighorn sheep, tiny shrews, and camouflaged ptarmigans.
ISBN
0-916278-70-0, $9.95
To
order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366) or Roberts
Rinehart Publishers (1-800-462-6420). Orders
may also be placed by
visiting Amazon.com.
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Dia’s
Story Cloth: The Hmong People’s Journey of Freedom
Dia Cha
stitched by Chue and Nhia Thao Cha
Pick of the List –
American Bookseller Magazine
Choices – Cooperative Children’s Book Center
Notable Children’s Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies
Children’s Books of Distinction finalist – Hungry Mind
Review
As a young girl in war-torn Laos in 1975, Dia Cha and her family
fled to a refugee camp in Thailand. There they spent more than four
years before coming to the United States. Dia’s Story Cloth
brings this tale to children, illustrated by a stunning, double
bed–sized cloth embroidered by Dia’s aunt and uncle.
The book includes a compendium of Hmong culture written by Joyce
Herold, curator of ethnology, Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
Written for ages 8 and up.
ISBN
1-880000-34-2 (cloth), $14.95
ISBN 1-880000-63-6 (paper), $6.95
24 pages, 8 3/8 x 11, full-color illustrations, compendium. Published
in cooperation with Lee & Low Books.
Distributed by Publishers Group West.
To order,
call the Museum Shop (303-370-6366).
Orders may also be placed by
contacting Lee & Low Books (Web
site or 1-800-788-3123).
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