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The Last Lions

The Last Lions

by Dereck & Beverly Joubert

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 176 PAGES

Dereck and Beverly Joubert track Ma di Tau (Mother of Lions) and her three newborns in the Okavango in this companion book to the National Geographic film. The book, like the documentary, was photographed around Duba Plains Camp, in northern Botswana. (BOT41, $24.00)

The Complete African Safari Planner

The Complete African Safari Planner

by Fodor's

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 616 PAGES

This inviting, well-organized guide focuses on must-see attractions, the best lodges and camps, and provides excellent advice on planning and packing, maps and photos. Use this book to figure out where to go and what to do on your next safari. (AFR217, $27.99)

Big Five of Africa

Big Five of Africa

by Gerald Hinde

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 143 PAGES

Hinde's stunning photographs celebrate Africa's lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos and buffalo. (AFR241, $20.00)

African Wildlife

African Wildlife

by James Kavanaugh

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1999
  • PLASTIC CARD

Slip this laminated foldout guide in your pocket for quick reference in the field. (AFR109, $5.95)

African Safari, Into the Great Game Reserves

African Safari, Into the Great Game Reserves

by Peter and Beverly Pickford

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2011
  • HARD COVER
  • 300 PAGES

With a traveler's notebook, essays and color photographs of Africa, its people, landscapes and wildlife, this dazzling photographic journey captures the adventure of Safari. (AFR260, $49.95)

The Safari Companion

The Safari Companion

by Richard Estes

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • 459 PAGES
  • BEST SELLER

An invaluable encyclopedic guide to Africa's mammals by a noted scientist. Written with the typical safari-goer in mind, this perennial bestseller includes black-and-white drawings, an overview of each group and in-depth information. (AFR06, $30.00)

Kingdon Pocket Guide to African Mammals

Kingdon Pocket Guide to African Mammals

by Jonathan Kingdon

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 272 PAGES

An artist and biologist, Kingdon provides both delightful full-color illustrations and informative text. (EAF128, $24.95)

 
Africa's Top Wildlife Countries

Africa's Top Wildlife Countries


by Mark W. Nolting

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2012
  • PAPER
  • COMING IN APRIL

Nolting's Safari and wildlife guide covers Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. (AFR298, $27.95)

Whatever You Do, Don't Run

Whatever You Do, Don't Run


by Peter Allison

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 246 PAGES

Allison spins captivating tales of wildlife, camps and the life of a Safari guide into a hilarious, slyly informative introduction to Botswana. (BOT29, $16.95)

Africa's Big Five

Africa's Big Five


by Gerald Hinde

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2005
  • HARD COVER
  • 144 PAGES

Bestseller. Gerald Hinde teamed up with colleagues William Taylor and Richard du Toit for this portrait of the lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and buffalo, featuring hundreds of color photographs by the accomplished trio. (AFR178, $39.95)

Africa, The Serengeti

Africa, The Serengeti


by George Casey

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1994
  • DVD

James Earl Jones narrates this dazzling 40-minute IMAX documentary of the migration of wildebeest in the Serengeti and Masai Mara. (EAF120, $19.99)

Classic Africa

Classic Africa


by Michael Poliza

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2010
  • HARD COVER
  • 320 PAGES

Printed and beautifully bound in Italy, Michael Poliza's exquisite new book showcases the wildlife of Africa -- each elephant, zebra, lion or rhino photographed alone or in a group against the African plains. The photographs, taken over a decade, have been rendered in rich sepia, not only recalling safaris of yore but also adding to their distinctive beauty. With full-age photos printed on uncoated, heavy eight vellum, bound in textured suede-like cloth. (AFR279, $125.00)

Creature, 4 Floor Puzzles

Creature, 4 Floor Puzzles


by Andrew Zuckerman

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER

Chimpanzee, lion, tiger and elephant puzzles are all included in these two double-sided big, sturdy 16-piece puzzles, packaged in box with carrying handle. (BST198, $24.95)

Eye of the Leopard

Eye of the Leopard


by Beverly Joubert | Dereck Joubert

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER
  • 208 PAGES

The National Geographic photographers Dereck and Beverly Joubert document the life of a young leopard, born at Mombo Camp in Botswana's Moremi Reserve, in dazzling color and evocative black-and-white. (AFR256, $75.00)

Lion

Lion


by Dierdre Jackson

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2010
  • PAPER
  • 224 PAGES

Jackson draws on folktales, scientific research, art, film and even lion-tamers' memoirs for this well-illustrated portrait of the king of beasts in history and imagination. (BST148, $19.95)

Safari

Safari


by Patrick de Wilde

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2004
  • HARD COVER
  • 224 PAGES

Photojournalist Patrick de Wilde traveled to camps and lodges from Kenya and Tanzania to South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana for this glossy collection of color photographs. (AFR225, $50.00)

The End of the Game

The End of the Game


by Peter Beard | Paul Theroux

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 288 PAGES

Resurrected by the art publisher Taschen and with a new introduction by Paul Theroux, Beard's classic work documents the history of explorers, missionaries and big-game hunters in Africa with dozens of paintings and modern and historic photographs. (AFR09, $39.99)

The Ultimate African Wildlife

The Ultimate African Wildlife


by Nigel Dennis

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 160 PAGES

Lesser-known (but adorable) suricates and small-spotted genets take their place alongside rhinos, lions and leopards in this photographic tribute to the wildlife of Southern Africa. (AFR259, $17.95)

Walking Thunder, In the Footsteps of the African Elephant

Walking Thunder, In the Footsteps of the African Elephant


by Daphne Sheldrick | Cryril Christo

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER
  • 160 PAGES

Magnificent duotone photographs capture not only the size and strength of these giants but also their behavior, dramatic surroundings and surprisingly gentle qualities. With well-chosen quotes from myths, stories and early accounts. (BST143, $60.00)

Wild at Heart

Wild at Heart


by Peter Godwin | Chris Johns

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 176 PAGES

This lush collection of full-color photographs tackles conservation, development and tradition in Southern Africa. It's a well-illustrated portrait of the region by National Geographic photographer Chris Johns and veteran journalist Peter Godwin. (SAF130, $65.00)

National Audubon Society Field Guide to African Wildlife

National Audubon Society Field Guide to African Wildlife


by Peter Alden

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1995
  • PAPER
  • 988 PAGES

This comprehensive photo guide covers 850 birds, mammals and reptiles of Africa. With range maps and a good country-by-country overview of habitats and parks. (AFR25, $24.95)

Newman's Birds of Southern Africa

Newman's Birds of Southern Africa


by Kenneth Newman

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2010
  • PAPER
  • 538 PAGES

This commemorative tenth edition celebrates the contribution of the late author, Kenneth Newman, fully revised and updated by his daughter, Vanessa Newman, to reflect the latest research, taxonomy and common names. (SAF29, $26.00)

Southern Africa, Travellers' Wildlife Guides

Southern Africa, Travellers' Wildlife Guides


by William Branch | Chris Stuart | Tilde Stuart | Warwick Tarboton

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 520 PAGES

Geared for travelers, this compact guide features color illustrations of commonly encountered birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians of Southern Africa. (SAF171, $27.95)

Southern African Birds, A Photographic Guide

Southern African Birds, A Photographic Guide


by Ian Sinclair

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1990
  • PAPER
  • 144 PAGES

Lightweight and handy for the field, this pocket guide to the 265 most conspicuous birds south of the Zambezi River includes color photographs, brief descriptions and range maps. (SAF14, $15.95)

Southern African Wildlife, A Visitor's Guide

Southern African Wildlife, A Visitor's Guide


by Mike Unwin

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 234 PAGES

A popular photographic guide to the mammals, birds, reptiles and habitats south of the Zambezi. With 300 color photographs and illuminating text. (SAF131, $26.99)

The Wildlife of Southern Africa, A Field Guide to the Animals and Plants of the Region

The Wildlife of Southern Africa, A Field Guide to the Animals and Plants of the Region


by Vincent Carruthers | Kenneth Newman

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 320 PAGES
  • BEST SELLER

With 1,200 color illustrations by a range of experts, this compact field guide includes all the birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, fish and plants that a traveler is likely to encounter in Southern Africa. (SAF59, $29.95)

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