Stevenson ruth (75 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Ruth Sanderson (illustrator).

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Acceptable. no dust jacket present. This hardcover book is an ex-library copy, indicating previous use in an educational setting. It lacks a dust jacket and shows typical library markings, such as stamps and catalog labels. The binding remains intact, though there is some wear along the spine and cover edges. Overall, the book maintains structural integrity despite its library history. N. Kay Stevenson (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Acceptable. Cloth boards with pictorial vignette cover and gilt lettering, cover shows minor wear, tear, rubbing. Loose/torn hinges, pages shaken. Missing the frontispiece. Pages are tanned with minor soiling and chipping. One of the illustrated plates is torn in twain and taped.

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Like New. 1st Edition: November1994/1st Printing. 271 pp. Flawless copy. David Stevenson (Cover Design); Michael Deas (Cover Illustration); Ruth Kolbert (Book Design) (illustrator).

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Like New. 1st Edition: November1994/1st Printing. 271 pp. Flawless copy. David Stevenson (Cover Design); Michael Deas (Cover Illustration); Ruth Kolbert (Book Design) (illustrator).

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. The book is in good condition, with a sturdy hardcover binding. The cover shows minimal wear, maintaining its vibrant illustration. There is no dust jacket present, and the spine is intact with clear lettering. The pages are clean and free of inscriptions or library markings. Ruth Mary Hallock (illustrator).…

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Book contains pen markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:1555873294.…

Softcover. Zustand: Fair. When her mother, Eve, tells Liza that she must leave their remote home, the gatehouse of a country mansion, Liza is terrified. She has almost no knowledge of a world described by her mother as evil and destructive. Their strange, enclosed life together is over because Eve has killed a man. And he is not the first. From multi-million copy and SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Ruth Rendell, this is a tense, taut and twisted psychological thriller about a dark mother-daughter relationship that will keep you hooked. Perfect for fans of PD James, Ann Cleeves and Donna Leon. 'Here is Ruth Rendell on such fantastic form that you'll want to stay up all night racing through to the end' - Daily Mail 'The most brilliant mystery novelist of our time' - Patricia Cornwell 'A powerful and absorbing narrative told with elegance and subtlety' - Daily Telegraph 'I just couldn't put it down'-- ***** Reader review 'I was totally enthralled by this from start to finish'-- ***** Reader review 'Great read with a twist at the end' -- ***** Reader review 'A fascinating, compelling and powerful book' -- ***** Reader review ****************************************************** Liza has never been allowed to set foot outside the secluded gatehouse in which she has always lived with her mother, Eve. Her world reduced to four walls, there has only ever been enough room for two in their cocoon; intruders enter at their peril, only to mysteriously disappear. Now, at sixteen, Liza is not the only one to discover the truth behind her mother's pathological violence, or the dead bodies. When the police arrive on their doorstep, Eve throws her daughter into the real world, to protect her from the consequences of her own chilling crimes. Little by little, Liza begins to see the logic behind her mother's gruesome crimes, and must accept the possibility that she has inherited Eve's lust for murder.; Vouw voorplat, leeslijntjes in de rug. let op WORDT GELEVERD MET ander omslag DAN GETOOND.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Cloth Pictorial Cover Hardback, No DJ, Some normal cover corner & edge wear, Otherwise pages are clean, tight & flat. Item Shrink-wrapped for additional protection.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. blue cloth cover with mounted color vignette, gilt lettering, shows minimal rubbing to the corners. pages tanned and clean. gift inscription in prelims.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,650grams, ISBN:0874134919.…

Zustand: Gut. 3. Aufl. 251 S. mit Ill. Robert Louis Stevenson. [Ins Dt. übertr. u. mit e. Nachw. vers. v. Ruth Gerull-Kardas. Ill. v. Werner Klemke] / Lese- und Lagerspuren, Besitzvermerk auf Vorsatz, Einband und Seiten stark gebräunt, Schutzumschlag berieben, bestoßen und mit Läsuren / Gutes Exemplar / H150 A-Z 53304 H150 Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 850 23.5 cm, Ganzleinen mit Schutzumschlag.…

Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Vol. III No. 1. Small quarto. 117pp. Illustrated from a few black and white photographs. Stapled pictorial wrappers. Spine ends and corners bumpers, wraps rubbed and lightly soiled, with a small red ink mark on the front cover, very good. Includes an interview with Margaret Atwood, as well as contributions by John Digby, Tony Curtis, Ruth Bidgood, Val Warner, Anne Stevenson, Philip Cosker, Joyce Herbert, and others.…

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,700grams, ISBN:0874134919.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. 1st Edition. 269pp, hardcover, bound in black cloth, gilt lettered, dust jacket good - small tear but unclipped, book in very good condition with no markings or annotations, virtually mint condition, University of Delaware Press, 1994. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: no dust jacket present. The book is in good condition, with the hardcover showing some wear along the edges and corners. The illustrated cover is vibrant, though it has minor scuffing. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. There is no dust jacket. Ruth Mary Hallock (illustrator).…

Zustand: gut - gebraucht. Gebundene Ausgabe 339 S. Guter altersentsprechender Zustand, ohne Namenseintrag ohne Schutzumschlag Zustand: 3, gut - gebraucht, Gebundene Ausgabe Verl. Neues Leben, , 1957 339 S. , Catriona: Die Abenteuer des David Balfour, Stevenson Robert Louis und Ruth Gerull-Kardas.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Meeting the Willow PtarmiganIntroduction to the SpeciesThe Willow Ptarmigan is one of the most fascinating birds of the northern world, a species perfectly adapted to some of the harshest environments on Earth. Known scientifically as Lagopus lagopus, this remarkable bird belongs to the grouse family and is widely distributed across the Arctic and subarctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a symbol of resilience, survival, and adaptation, thriving in landscapes where long winters, deep snow, freezing temperatures, and limited food resources challenge nearly every form of life. For countless generations, the Willow Ptarmigan has captured the attention of naturalists, hunters, scientists, and wildlife enthusiasts because of its extraordinary ability to endure conditions that many other birds could never survive.One of the most distinctive features of the Willow Ptarmigan is its seasonal transformation. Unlike most birds, which maintain relatively consistent plumage throughout the year, the Willow Ptarmigan undergoes dramatic changes in coloration. During the summer months, it displays a mixture of brown, black, and reddish tones that blend seamlessly with tundra vegetation and shrub-covered landscapes. As winter approaches and snow begins to blanket the northern regions, the bird gradually molts into a brilliant white plumage that provides exceptional camouflage against snowy backgrounds. This seasonal change is among the most striking examples of adaptation in the avian world and plays a crucial role in helping the bird avoid predators.The Willow Ptarmigan occupies a variety of northern habitats, including Arctic tundra, subarctic shrublands, boreal forest edges, and mountainous regions. These environments are often characterized by short summers and long, severe winters. Despite these challenges, the species has developed a range of physical and behavioral adaptations that enable it to survive and reproduce successfully. Feathered feet act like natural snowshoes, reducing heat loss and helping the bird walk across snow-covered terrain. Dense plumage provides insulation against extreme cold, while specialized feeding behaviors allow the bird to locate food even when vegetation is buried beneath snow and ice.Throughout its range, the Willow Ptarmigan serves as an important component of northern ecosystems. It functions as both a consumer of vegetation and a prey species for numerous predators, including foxes, raptors, and other carnivorous animals. Its abundance and seasonal movements influence ecological relationships throughout the Arctic and subarctic. Understanding the Willow Ptarmigan therefore provides valuable insight into the functioning of northern ecosystems and the remarkable ways in which wildlife adapts to environmental extremes. As one of the most recognizable birds of the far north, the Willow Ptarmigan offers a compelling example of nature's capacity for resilience and innovation.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introduction to the Grivet MonkeyOverview of the Grivet MonkeyThe Grivet Monkey is a fascinating Old World monkey known for its alert expression, graceful movement, social intelligence, and adaptability across a range of African habitats. Scientifically recognized as one of the vervet-type monkeys, the Grivet belongs to a group of primates that have long attracted attention from researchers, wildlife observers, conservationists, and educators. It is commonly associated with savannas, riverine forests, woodland edges, and areas where trees, shrubs, water sources, and open ground create a varied environment for feeding, resting, and social interaction.Grivet Monkeys are active, curious, and highly social animals. They usually live in troops where individuals depend on one another for protection, grooming, communication, and the raising of young. Their daily lives are shaped by movement, foraging, vigilance, and social relationships. Unlike solitary animals that survive mainly through individual effort, Grivet Monkeys rely heavily on group awareness and cooperation. This social structure helps them detect predators, locate food, and maintain stable relationships within their troop.The species is well adapted to a life that combines time in trees with activity on the ground. Trees provide safety, sleeping sites, shade, and food resources, while open areas allow travel and access to seeds, grasses, insects, and other foods. This flexible lifestyle has allowed Grivet Monkeys to survive in environments that change with seasons, rainfall, and human influence. Their ability to adjust to different conditions is one reason they remain an important subject in primate behavior and ecological studies.Understanding the Grivet Monkey requires looking beyond its appearance and recognizing its role as a complex, intelligent, and ecologically important primate. It is not simply a small monkey moving through African landscapes; it is part of a larger natural system involving plants, predators, water sources, insects, birds, and other mammals. Its behavior, feeding habits, communication, and social life all reveal valuable information about survival, adaptation, and the importance of preserving natural habitats.Scientific Classification and TaxonomyThe Grivet Monkey belongs to the order Primates, the same broad biological group that includes lemurs, monkeys, apes, and people. Within this order, it is classified among the Old World monkeys, a group native to Africa and Asia. Old World monkeys differ from New World monkeys in several ways, including body structure, nostril shape, tail use, dental features, and evolutionary history. The Grivet's classification helps scientists understand its relationship to other primates and its place within the wider story of mammalian evolution.…

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