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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Coordination in Human and Primate Groups | Margarete Boos (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | xiii | Englisch | 2014 | Springer | EAN 9783642422690 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg, juergen[dot]hartmann[at]springer[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.
Sprache: Englisch
Verlag: Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2014
ISBN 10: 3642422691 ISBN 13: 9783642422690
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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Coordination in Human and Primate Groups presents one of the first collections of the different approaches and methods used to assess coordination processes in groups. Written by psychologists and primatologists, the book represents a broad range of coordination research fields such as social psychology, work and organizational psychology, medicine, primatology, and behavioural ecology. It is designed for researchers and practitioners interested in understanding the behavioural aspects of group coordination.
Sprache: Englisch
Verlag: Springer Berlin Heidelberg, Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2011
ISBN 10: 3642153542 ISBN 13: 9783642153549
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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Coordination in Human and Primate Groups presents one of the first collections of the different methods and approaches used to assess coordination processes in groups. Written by psychologists and primatologists, the book represents a broad range of coordination research fields such as social psychology, work and organizational psychology, medicine, primatology, and behavioral ecology. It is designed for researchers and practitioners interested in understanding the behavioral aspects of group coordination.
Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 304 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Coordination in Human and Primate Groups presents one of the first collections of the different approaches and methods used to assess coordination processes in groups. Written by psychologists and primatologists, the book represents a broad range of coordination research fields such as social psychology, work and organizational psychology, medicine, primatology, and behavioural ecology. It is designed for researchers and practitioners interested in understanding the behavioural aspects of group coordination.
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Sprache: Deutsch
Verlag: Evangelische Verlagsanstalt, 2015
ISBN 10: 3374055192 ISBN 13: 9783374055197
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Zustand: New. Vom Einschulungsgottesdienst bis zur Abiturientenentlassung werden Anlaesse fuer religioese Schulfeiern vorgestellt. Verschiedene Schulformen, Altersstufen und Anlaesse werden beruecksichtigt.Vom Einschulungsgottesdienst bis zur Abiturientenentlassung gibt e.
Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Wir erhoffen uns von der Veröffentlichung einen Impuls für die Diskussion gewerkschaftlicher Kulturarbeit und einer Kultur, die notwendige gesellschaftliche Veränderungen mit künstlerischen Mitteln (mit-)gestaltet. Es geht um kulturelle Teilhabe heute - weder als unverbindliches 'Jeder-kann-mitmachen-Projekt' noch als kulturwirtschaftliche Eventkultur. Wir suchen Ansätze einer engagierten, skandalösen, kritischen, ermutigenden Kultur, die sich mit den gesellschaftlichen Verhältnissen in einem ganz umfassenden Sinn auseinandersetzt. Eine zentrale Bedeutung hat dabei die soziale Frage - im Blick auf gute Arbeit und gutes Leben, soziale Demokratie und Gerechtigkeit, Teilhabe und Mitbestimmung.
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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Von der Arbeiterkultur zur Kultur der Arbeit? | Das kulturelle Erbe der Arbeiterbewegung und politische Kulturarbeit heute | Harald Kolbe (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | 208 S. | Deutsch | 2016 | Books on Demand GmbH | EAN 9783741294129 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: BoD - Books on Demand, In de Tarpen 42, 22848 Norderstedt, info[at]bod[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.
Sprache: Französisch
Verlag: Amsterdam, Jean Catuffe 1743., 1743
Anbieter: Antiquariat Carl Wegner, Berlin, B, Deutschland
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Hardcover. In -pt.8°. (18), 320 pages avec 14 planches de cuivre. Reliure pleine peau de l'époque à cinq nerfs authentiques, avec gardes de papier de couleur et tranches rouges sur trois pages. Seul l'extérieur est fortement usé, avec quelques défauts de cuir et une légère usure sur le dos et les plats, y compris les coins et les tranches. Les pièces de dos et les dorures du dos ne sont que partiellement conservées. À l'intérieur, environ trois des feuillets initiaux dans le pli supérieur sont légèrement vermoulus, tandis que le feuillet M à 12 feuillets est légèrement bruni, avec une petite tache d'humidité dans un coin. Pour le reste, l'intérieur est bien conservé, même les belles plaques de cuivre sont propres. -- Kl.-8°. (18), 320 Seiten mit 14 Kupfertafeln. Ganzlederband der Zeit auf 5 echten Bünden, mit Buntpapiervorsätzen und Dreiseitenrotschnitt. Nur außen stark gebraucht und mit einigen Lederdefekten sowie kleinen Läsuren an Rücken und Deckeln incl. Ecken und Kanten. Auch sind die Rückenschilder und Rückenvergoldungen nur fragmentarisch erhalten. Innen ca. 3 Anfangslagen im oberen Bug etwas wurmstichig, die Lage M mit 12 Blättern leicht gebräunt incl. kleinem Wasserfleck an einer Ecke. Sonst innen gut erhalten, auch die hübschen Kupfer sind sauber. Ce 3ième et dernier vol. contient en 22 chapitres la description de la faune et flore de cette colonie hollandaise. Les cuivres avec des poissons, des oiseaux et des reptiles. Ce vol. est le résultat dun travail de 10 ans et le sous-produit des observations astronomiques et physiques de lauteur. (BNF avec éd. franc. de 1741 et indic. du rédacteur Jean Bertrand). --- Dieser 3. u. letzte Band enthält in 22 Kapiteln die Beschreibung der reichen Fauna und Flora dieser holländ. Kolonie. Die Tafelabb. Beschränken sich auf über 30 Säugetierarten sowie einige Fische, Reptilien u. Großvögel. Auf S. 200-Schluß die Pflanzenarten. Laut Titel entstand das Werk während eines 10jähr. Forschungsaufenthalts und offenbar als Nebenprodukt der astronomischen und physikalischen Beobachtungen des Autors. --- Nissen, ZBI I, 2281F.: nur dt. Ausgabe 1719 und holländ. 1727, beide wesentlich abweichend. Im Katalog der Bibl. Nationale als einzige franz. (u. posthume) Ausgabe '1741' und mit Angabe des Bearbeiters Jean Betrand. -- Bitte Portokosten außerhalb EU erfragen! / Please ask for postage costs outside EU! / S ' il vous plait demander des frais de port en dehors de l ' UE! // Bitte beachten Sie auch unsere Fotos! / Please also note our photos! / Veuillez noter nos photos -- Nehmen Sie sich ein gutes Buch mit auf die Sommerwiese. Bei uns werden Sie fündig! -- Wir kaufen Ihre werthaltigen Bücher! FL0226.
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In den WarenkorbKartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. Geschichte und GeschlechterIn der Zeitgeschichte herrscht die These einer fortschreitenden Emanzipation der Frauen seit den 1950er-Jahren vor. Bei genauerer Betrachtung ergibt sich freilich ein anderes Bild. Anhand von Themenfeldern wie Beruf und Famil.
Verlag: Hannover, 1969
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orig. wrappers. Zustand: Minor wear. VG. 9pp photoplates. (illustrator). 24x17cm, 391 pp. Series: Beihefte zum Geologischen Jahrbuch, Heft 79 / Sammelwerk Deutsche Eisenerzlagerstätten, 2,1. Includes a 5-page English + a 6-page French summary.
Verlag: Chez Jean Catuffe, Amsterdam, 1742
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In den WarenkorbLeather. Zustand: Good. Various (illustrator). A leather bound copy of 'Description du Cap de Bonne-Espérance', the French edition of Peter Kolbe's travel writings. The french edition of the work of Peter Kolbe, 'Description of the Cape of Good Hope'. Translated into French. Volume II, originally part of a three volume set. Volume I and III are missing. Peter Kolbe was a astronomer, and surveyor. Sent to the Cape of Good Hope by the mayor of Amsterdam, Nicolaas Witsen, he was to compile an extensive astrological and geographical to survey of this region of South Africa. He was appointed the first official astronomer in South Africa, and continued to work at the Cape between 1705 and 1713. His accounts explored the people and their customs, the flora and fauna of the country, and its geography. European readers of his accounts was fascinated by his account of a giraffe. Illustrated with six folding maps, and in text illustrations. Collation unavailable, but appears to be complete. Dated using COPAC In full calf binding. Externally worn. Rubbing to the head and tail of the spine, and to the extremities. A small amount of worming to the front board and spine to the head. Worming and rubbing has resulted in a small amount of loss to the head of the spine. Rubbing to the rear board, resulting in a small amount of loss to the leather. Tidemark to the rear board. The marbled front and rear endpapers are worn. Small ink stain to the front pastedown. Front and rear hinges are strained by firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean. The odd spot and handling mark throughout. Tide mark to the two folding map on 1pp, only affecting the map edge. Good. book.
Verlag: Balthazar Lakeman,, Amsterdam,, 1727
Anbieter: Antiquariaat FORUM BV, Houten, Niederlande
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In den Warenkorb2 parts in 1 volume. Rare large-paper copy of the first Dutch edition of the most important and most extensive early account of South Africa, richly illustrated. The work formed the basis of nearly everything that was published concerning South Africa for the next half century. The present Dutch edition is considered the best, with excellent large engravings and accurate folding maps.The work contains an exact and detailed account of all aspects of life at the Cape, including its geography, climate, flora and fauna. This is followed by a highly interesting and accurate account of the Hottentots from the author's own personal investigations, reporting on their language, religion, manner of living, singular traditions, customs, marriage ceremonies, circumcisions and education. The account of the condition of the colony of the Dutch inhabitants contains interesting observations not to be found in any other description of the country. Of particular interest is also the description of the giraffe, which elicited much enthusiasm in Europe. Although Julius Caesar had already brought a giraffe to Rome in ca. 46 BC, no other source had yet produced compelling proof of the existence of this rather unusual animal.The zoological plates show numerous mammals (including the Hottentot's methods of catching and killing elephants), birds, reptiles, fish, and other marine animals (including a sea lion). Other plates cover topography, agriculture, hunting, medicine, religion, buildings, etc. One gives a plan showing the layout of a VOC garden. In addition to these subjects, the text provides a well-documented account of the VOC government of the Cape, the earliest list of South African animals, and much information about plants.Peter Kolbe (1675-1726) lived and worked at the Cape of Good Hope from 1705-1713. He had been sent there in order to compile the present all-round description of South Africa, as well as for astronomical and surveying research. His account was first published in German in Nuremberg, 1719, but the present Dutch edition, which contains twice as many plates, is considered to be the most beautiful.With the bookplate of Mr. F.C. Koch mounted on the front pastedown. The binding is somewhat rubbed, the edges and corners of the boards are somewhat scuffed, the head and foot of the spine are slightly torn, the work has been recased with new endpapers. Some of the hinges are slightly weakened. Otherwise in good condition.l Landwehr, VOC, 583; Mendelssohn I, pp. 843-844; Tiele 606. Contemporary marbled calf, with a red morocco title label on the richly gold-tooled spine. With 2 titles printed in red and black, an engraved allegorical frontispiece, a full-page portrait of the author, 6 maps (1 folding, 5 double-page), and 46 plates (1 double-page, 45 full-page). Pages: [16], 529, [3]; [4], 449, [87] pp.
Verlag: Amsterdam: Petrus Conradi ; Te Harlingen: Volkert van der Plaats, 1777
Anbieter: Wittenborn Art Books, San Francisco, CA, USA
Zustand: Good. 8vo,12 x 21.2c m. Modern quarter morocco over contemporary marbled boards viii, 486 pp; [ii], 342 pp.Half-title, 25 folding engraved plates, [Mendelssohn I, p.289]. OCLC Number / Unique Identifier:47080649: Dutch Translation of: Caput Bonae Spei hodiernum, das ist, Vollsta?ndige Beschreibung des africanischen Vorgegu?rges der Guten Hofnung : Worinnen in dreyen Theilen abgehandelt wird wie es heut zu Tage nach seiner Situation und Eigenschaft aussiehet : ingleichen was ein Natur-Forscher in den dreyen Reichen der Natur daselbst findet : wie nicht weniger was die eigenen Einwohner die Hottentotten vor seltsame Sitten und Gebra?uche haben : und endlich alles, was die Europaeischen daselbst gestifteten Colonien anbetrift : Mit angefu?gter genugsamer Nachricht wie es auf des Auctoris Hinein- und Heraus- Reise zugegangen : auch was sich zeit seiner langen Anwesenheit an diesem Vorgebu?rge merckwu?rdiges ereignet hat : Nebst noch vielen andern bisshero unbekandtgewesenen Erzehlungen mit wahrhafter Feder ausfu?hrlich entworffen.(Caput Bonae Spei hodiernum, that is, a complete description of the African region of Good Hope: which is dealt with in three parts as to what it looks like today according to its situation and characteristics: just like what a natural researcher finds there in the three kingdoms of nature: like no less what the Hottentots' own inhabitants have in front of strange customs and customs: and finally everything that concerns the European colonies founded there: with sufficient information attached about how things happened on the Auctoris's journey in and out: also what happened at the time During his long presence on this foothills, something strange happened: along with many other previously unknown stories, written in detail with a true pen).Preface contains a overview of Kolbe's book "Naaukeurige en uitvoerige beschryving van de Kaap de Goede Hoop.".
Verlag: Nuremberg: Peter Conrad Monath., 1719
Anbieter: Wittenborn Art Books, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Zustand: Good. Folio. 21.5 x 34.3cm. Contemporary catspaw calf, rebacked preserving original gilt-tooled spine with red morocco label, marbled edges; Dutch patterned endpapers (front free endpaper replaced with handmade marbled paper). Half-title, engraved portrait of the author, engraved frontispiece, title printed in red and black, 23 engraved plates, one double-page engraved map, small hole with loss of a few letters to final 4 leaves of index, ) [Mendelssohn I, p.842], folio (345 x 210mm.), .FootnotesSCARCE FIRST EDITION of "one of the first works in German devoted entirely to the Cape region of South Africa. Aware of the conflicting information promulgated by many Europeans, Kolb recorded his voyages in part 'to oblige the learned and curious part of the world with a useful and entertaining history of a country and people, of whom we have had hitherto such various and uncertain accounts'" (Howgego). Kolbe (1675-1726) lived at the Cape from 1705 till 1713, and based his account on first hand experience.FIRST EDITION. Kolbe lived and worked at the Cape from 1705 till 1713, and decribes in his Caput bonae spei hodiernum South Africa, and the Cape of Good Hope including its geography, climate, flora and fauna, followed by an interesting and accurate account of the Hottentots based on the author's first hand experience, recording their language, religion, education and customs. This edition was followed by the French edition Description du Cap de Bonne-Esperance. Amsterdam, 1742.OCLC Number / Unique Identifier:51407544: Physical Description:[18], 846, [82] pages, 17 unnumbered leaves of plates (1 folded) : illustrations, map, portrait ; 34 cmProvenance: Lavington bookplate.
Verlag: Frankfurt und Leipzig, Monath (durch Michael Arnold in Nürnberg), 1745., 1745
Anbieter: Antiquariat INLIBRIS Gilhofer Nfg. GmbH, Vienna, A, Österreich
(24), 452 SS. Titel in rot und schwarz gedruckt. Mit doppelblattgr. gest. Frontispiz, Portraitkupfer und gest. Titelvignette sowie 37 (von 41) Kupfertafeln. Halblederband der Zeit mit goldgepr. Rückenschildchen. Dreiseitiger gesprenkelter Rotschnitt. 4to. Zweite deutsche Ausgabe, reicher illustriert als die Vorgängerausgabe von 1719. Die Übersetzung folgt der französischen gekürzten Fassung von 1741. "Enthält die umfassendsten Aufschlüsse über die Hottentotten jener Zeit" (Henze III, 51). "The natural history section was of considerable value at the time of publication, and there is a full account of the government of the country, with detailed descriptions of various settlements, and a mass of information respecting the habits and customs of the native races" (Mendelssohn). - Kleinere Eck- bzw. Randläsuren (teils hinterlegt bzw. angerändert); stellenweise auch etwas braunfleckig. Es fehlen die Tafeln 27 (Karte), 31, 34, und 41; 4 Tafeln durch größere Ausrisse beschädigt (Bildverluste hinterlegt). - Gay 3142. Kainbacher 221. Landwehr, VOC 585 (Anm.). Tiele 606 (Anm.). Vgl. Mendelssohn I, 842 und Nissen, ZBI 2281.
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Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 471 | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.
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Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 556 | Sprache: Deutsch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.
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Hardcover. Zustand: gut. Verfahrenstechnik im Ortbetonbau In deutscher Sprache. pages.
Verlag: Balthazar Lakeman, Amsterdam, 1727
Anbieter: Rare Collections, Brighton East, VIC, Australien
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First Dutch edition: 2 volumes: Vol. 1 xvii, 529 Vol. 11 iii, 449 (+ 89 page register or index), engraved title page in volume 1, and an engraved portrait of Kolbe in volume 1, half title page in Vol. 2, added engraved title page in Vol.2, a large folding map and 5 further double page maps, 46 copper engraved plates including a double page view of Table Mountain and plan of the Company Gardens, sprinkled edges, modern full leather binding with gilt decoration and title on the spine, the leather is slightly worn along the front edge of the spine of volume 1, inner gilt dentelles, a very good set now housed in a specially made slip case with marbled paper sides. Peter Kolbe (Sometimes Kolb or Kolben) was sent to the Cape to make astronomical observations and study its physical features and natural history. Little progress was made and his relations with the authorities deteriorated when he sided with the colonists in their grievances against Governor van der Stel. None the less he collected much information about the colony, and particularly about the local Khoi. Though his stipend ended, he remained at the Cape. In February 1710 the authorities threatened to deport him unless he started paying taxes and doing burgher duty; as a result he accepted an appointment by the Dutch East India Company in 1711 as secretary to the Court of the Landrost at Stellenbosch. Here he continued collecting information, until failing eyesight led to his discharge and forced him to return to Europe in April 1713. He does not seem to have travelled into the interior beyond Stellenbosch, but did visit the warm baths at "Black Hill" (near present Caledon). Though Kolbe had no training or special interest in natural history, his book contains the first published lists of the Cape fauna, with a number of illustrations. The lists of mammals, birds, reptiles, land invertebrates, fishes and other sea animals are quite extensive, but his brief descriptions contain little specific or new information. None the less they were of considerable interest at the time. Kolbe's memory is perpetuated in the popular name of the Cape or Kolbe's vulture. He also lists some 400 species of trees and other plants, having learnt something about the subject from J. Hartog, the Dutch East India Company's gardener, but his list is largely based on existing manuscripts and books. After the first German edition (1719), this Dutch edition was published in 1727, an abridged English translation was published in 1731, and a French edition in 1741. It was the most comprehensive description of the Cape to date, and remained very influential for several decades despite criticism of the accuracy and originality of its information by F. le Vaillant, N.L. de la Caille, A. Sparrman and others. The Dutch edition devotes 45 pages to mammals, 22 to birds, 24 to fishes, and 20 pages to snakes, insects and other animals. Biographical Database of Southern African Science 355 by 225mm (14 by 8¾ inches).
Verlag: Balthazar Lakeman,, Amsterdam,, 1727
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In den Warenkorb2 volumes bound as 1. Best (and first Dutch) edition of the most important account of the Cape of Good Hope and one of the most important works of all time on South Africa, with twice as many copperplates as the first German edition. Much of the material is based on Kolbe's own observations in the years 1705 to 1713, but he also compares them with the observations and theories of earlier writers. The zoological plates show numerous mammals, birds, fish and other marine animals and reptiles, and other plates cover topography, agriculture, hunting, buildings, etc. In addition to these subjects, the text provides detailed information on the customs and habits of the Khoikhoi (in the present work they are still called "Hottentots", a term that is now considered offensive), a well-documented account of the VOC government of the Cape, the earliest list of South African animals and much information about plants. It remains an essential primary source for any study of South Africa. Some minor thumbing and foxing in the margins of the textleaves, some of the folds of the plates reinforced and a few occasional minor stains. Binding rubbed along the extremities, hinge slightly cracked at the head. Overall in very good condition.l Landwehr & V.d. Krogt, VOC 583; Mendelssohn I, pp. 843-844; Nissen, ZBI 2282; South African bibliography III, p. 7; Tiele, Bibl. 606; for the author: ADB XVI, pp. 460-461. 18th-century tanned sheepskin with a tree pattern, gold-tooled spine. With engraved title-page, engraved portrait of the author, 6 engraved maps (including one large folding map, 42.5 x 54.5 cm), 1 engraved plan and 45 engraved plates. Pages: [20], 529; [6], 449, [87] pp.
Verlag: Balthazar Lakeman, Amsterdam, 1727
Anbieter: Rare Collections, Brighton East, VIC, Australien
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Endpapers + ii(blank) + Half title + 'Verklaring der Titelprint + Engraved Frontispiece + Title Page +ii('Copy der Privilegie) + Author's Engraved Portrait + ii (Voorrede van der Schryver) + ii (Nodig Bericht) + ii (Korte Inhoud) + iv (Namen Der Heeren/Intekenaars) + 529pp (Eerste Deel) + Title Page + ii (Korte Inhoud) + 449pp (Twede Deel) + 87pp (Register) + ii(blank) + Endpapers Dutch (and best) edition, narrow margins, two parts bound in one volume. Contemporary full velum binding with 7 raised bands to spine. Gilt titles (with misspelling of 'Kaep' for 'Kaap' in tan morroco compartment, with 'I.II. Deel' in gilt to compartment directly below. Embossed and tooled boards. Boards and spine with soiling as expected - internally clean save for a few faint dampstains which do not encroach into the text or plates and are limited to a few leaves at a time. Remarkably clean, unfoxed and sturdy. All of the engraved plates and maps present. Tears in center fold and closed tears around edges of map: 'Nieuwe Caarte van Kaap de Goede Hoop E'nt Zuyderdeel van Africa'. Bookplate of Maurice Green to f.f.e.p. A very good copy indeed, with only minor faults. Peter Kolbe (Sometimes Kolb or Kolben) was sent to the Cape to make astronomical observations and study its physical features and natural history. Little progress was made and his relations with the authorities deteriorated when he sided with the colonists in their grievances against Governor van der Stel. None the less he collected much information about the colony, and particularly about the local Khoi. Though his stipend ended, he remained at the Cape. In February 1710 the authorities threatened to deport him unless he started paying taxes and doing burgher duty; as a result he accepted an appointment by the Dutch East India Company in 1711 as secretary to the Court of the Landrost at Stellenbosch. Here he continued collecting information, until failing eyesight led to his discharge and forced him to return to Europe in April 1713. He does not seem to have travelled into the interior beyond Stellenbosch, but did visit the warm baths at "Black Hill" (near present Caledon). Though Kolbe had no training or special interest in natural history, his book contains the first published lists of the Cape fauna, with a number of illustrations. The lists of mammals, birds, reptiles, land invertebrates, fishes and other sea animals are quite extensive, but his brief descriptions contain little specific or new information. None the less they were of considerable interest at the time. Kolbe's memory is perpetuated in the popular name of the Cape or Kolbe's vulture. He also lists some 400 species of trees and other plants, having learnt something about the subject from J. Hartog, the Dutch East India Company's gardener, but his list is largely based on existing manuscripts and books. After the first German edition (1719), this Dutch edition was published in 1727, an abridged English translation was published in 1731, and a French edition in 1741. It was the most comprehensive description of the Cape to date, and remained very influential for several decades despite criticism of the accuracy and originality of its information by F. le Vaillant, N.L. de la Caille, A. Sparrman and others. The Dutch edition devotes 45 pages to mammals, 22 to birds, 24 to fishes, and 20 pages to snakes, insects and other animals. Biographical Database of Southern African Science 355 by 225mm (14 by 8¾ inches).