A young New York couple whose marriage seems to be sputtering and who cannot conceive children are advised to leave their tense urban lives and take a vacation in a more bucolic environment. Out West they are suddenly confronted by rednecks that chase them into the wilderness where they lose their way and are thrown up against the vicissitudes of nature. Braving floods, avalanches, wild animals and human predators, they come face-to-face with death. This test of endurance and their passion to survive gives them new insights into themselves and their future together. This gripping, fast-moving, and suspenseful story will hold the reader’s interest until the last turn of the page.

Not many humans know. On the edges of every sea, the Ferret Rescue Service stands alongside the Coast Guard and Coastal Patrol of any country that claims an ocean shore. Just as it is the job of humans to rescue human lives at risk in storm and shipboard disaster, so it is the job of ferrets to rescue seagoing animals. In this world of committed, courageous ferrets, Captain Bethany Ferret stands apart. A kit from humble beginnings, she rises quickly to command the swift J-boat Resolute, once derelict, which she herself has rescued from the rocks. Bethany and her crew measure the days by storms at sea, by ships in distress and by lives saved from tempest.

This beautifully illustrated textbook provides a clear guide to the tools and techniques of genetic engineering, gene cloning and molecular biology. All aspects of genetic engineering in the post-genomic era are covered, beginning with the basics of DNA structure and DNA metabolism. Using an example-driven approach, the fundamentals of creating mutations in DNA, cloning in bacteria, yeast, plants and animals are all clearly presented.Strong emphasis is placed on the latest, post genomic technologies including DNA macro and microarrays, genome-wide two hybrid analysis, proteomics and bioinformatics.A modern post-genome era introduction to key techniques used in genetic engineering.An example driven past-to-present approach to allow the experiments of today to be placed in an historical contextThe book is beautifully illustrated in full-colour throughout.Associated website including updates, additional content and illusions 

A fascinating exploration of symbiosis at the microscopic level and its radical extension of Darwinism. Microbes have long been considered dangerous and disgusting - in short, 'scum.' But by forming mutually beneficial relationships with nearly every creature, be it alga with animals or zooplankton with zebrafish, microbes have in fact been innovative players in the evolutionary process.

Why do animals including humans exhibit motivated behaviours such as fear, aggression, sexual behaviour and parental care? This book provides an integrated and coherent account of motivational systems in animals and humans for students of psychology and behaviour alike.

Granny teaches Reddy Fox many lessons about humility, selflessness, patience, and other virtues in stories about the animals that live in the Green Meadow and Green Forest.

A controversial and timely book which explores the long history of zoos as well as the diverse ethica l and technical issues involved. Anyone concerned with humanity's relationship with other animals will find this an inspiring and rewarding book.

Clearly argued in non-technical language, Origin of Species was the first effective statement of the theory of evolution. In natural selection Darwin also offered a radically new explanation of the means by which life on earth develops from pre-existing forms, challenging both scientific and religious orthodoxy. Although he hardly mentions human origins, the argument was immediately seen to imply the development of humans from animals and to rule out divine guidance or any predetermined evolutionary goal. And the intellectual revolution which Darwin precipitated has not been confined to the scientific sphere, as his book offers a powerful source of metaphors applicable to the social relations of humankind.

A tiger growls. Four great horned owls hoot hoo-hoo-hoo. Six woodpeckers drum rat-a-tat-tat. Nine squirrels chatter chitter-chitter-chitter. Can you count the animals? Young children get two lessons at once in this lushly illustrated book. They learn to count the animals, and at the same time, discover the sounds the animals make.

Bringing together a range of contributions from distinguished experts in the field, Animals and Society explores the importance of animals in society from social, historical and cross-cultural perspectives.

A broad-ranging, authoritative and accessible review of the most recent and exciting discoveries in acid-base regulation in animals and plants, together with a critical look at current techniques and tools.