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Essential Books These 5 items are available for $106, including
U.S. shipping, a 15% discount (Item no. EXCAM132)		  
The Path Between the Seas, The Creation of the Panama Canal: 1870-1914  •  David McCullough
HISTORY •  2004 •  PAPER  • 700 PAGES • FAVORITE
A great story, admirably told in vivid, page-turning detail. McCullough reveals the full scope of the Panama Canal, its characters, technical difficulties and Byzantine politics. Capturing all the international intrigue, you couldn't make up a better story. It's 700 pages long but reads like a suspense novel. (CAM32, $20.00)		   The Path Between the Seas, The Creation of the Panama Canal: 1870-1914
Nature of the Rainforest, Costa Rica and Beyond  •  Adrian Forsyth  •  E.O. Wilson  •  Michael Fogden
NATURAL HISTORY •  2008 •  PAPER  • 200 PAGES
Biologist Adrian Forsyth uses anecdote and example from his many decades in the tropics to illuminate the basic concepts of ecology, evolution and conservation in these marvelous essays. One hundred and ninety-one magnificent photographs of rare and wonderful birds, mammals and other creatures of the forest by Michael and Patricia Fogden complement the text. (CRC67, $29.95)		   Nature of the Rainforest, Costa Rica and Beyond
The Wildlife of Costa Rica, A Field Guide  •  Zona Tropical Publications
FIELD GUIDE •  2010 •  PAPER  • 360 PAGES
Designed to take along on a walk in the forest, this latest compact Zona Tropical guide includes 450 of the most common, interesting and charismatic mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods that you are likely to encounter. Each has an exquisite full color illustration. (CRC77, $29.95)		   The Wildlife of Costa Rica, A Field Guide
National Geographic Costa Rica  •  Christopher P. Baker
GUIDEBOOK •  2009 •  PAPER  • 272 PAGES
A guidebook to Costa Rica, published by National Geographic in their attractive, visual style. The guide features 200 photographs, 20 maps and good information history, nature, culture and travel in Costa Rica. By the indomitable Christopher Baker. (CRC26, $22.95)		   National Geographic Costa Rica
Central America Map  •  ITMB
2008 •  MAP
Produced for the traveler, this detailed, double-sided map gives an overview of the whole Central American isthmus at a scale of 1:1,100,000. Two Sides. 26x40 inches. (CAM20, $12.95)		   Central America Map



Also Recommended

Costa Rican Spanish  •  Lonely Planet   • LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS  •  A pocket guide to understanding idioms, slang and Spanish as it is spoken by the Ticos. (CRC25, $8.99)
 		  
Culture Smart! Costa Rica  •  Jane Koutnik   • GUIDEBOOK  •  A guide to local customs, etiquette and culture. (CRC45, $9.95)
 		  
Culture Smart! Panama  •  Heloise Crowther   • GUIDEBOOK  •  This practical guide to local customs, etiquette and culture is concise and well-illustrated. (PNM30, $9.95)
 		  
National Geographic Panama  •  Christopher Baker   • GUIDEBOOK  •  Award-winning travel writer and photographer Christopher Baker introduces the history, nature and attractions of Panama, thoroughly illustrated in National Geographic's style (PNM35, $22.95)
 		  
A Brief History of Central America  •  Hector Perez-Brignoll   • HISTORY  •  A good overview of the region's economic, political and social history through the 1980s by a professor at the University of Costa Rica. Well-written, informative and concise. (CAM49, $25.95)
 		  
How Wall Street Created a Nation: J.P. Morgan, Teddy Roosevelt, and the Panama Canal  •  Ovidio Diaz Espino   • HISTORY  •  An intriguing look into the treachery, behind-the-scenes financial wrangling and Roosevelt-era dollar diplomacy that resulted in both the Panama Canal and the establishment of Panama as an independent nation. (PNM23, $16.95)
 		  
The Building of the Panama Canal in Historic Photographs  •  Ulrich Keller   • HISTORY  •  These archival photographs tell the story of the people who built the Panama Canal, the engineers who designed it and the changes wrought on the landscape through its construction. (CAM41, $12.95)
 		  
The Ticos  •  Richard Biesanz   • CULTURAL PORTRAIT • HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE  •  This insightful, fact-filled portrait of the Costa Rican people explores their culture, history and society. (CRC32, $22.95)
 		  
Costa Rica, A Traveler's Literary Companion  •  Barbara Ras   • ANTHOLOGY  •  26 well-chosen stories by Costa Rican writers introduce the people, culture and land. (CRC03, $14.95)
 		  
The Tailor of Panama  •  John Le Carre   • LITERATURE  •  Set in Panama, this thriller by master storyteller John Le Carre includes spymasters, corrupt officials, arms manufacturers and other unsavory types. (CAM51, $7.99)
 		  
A Naturalist in Costa Rica  •  Alexander Skutch   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  A warm account of living and studying ornithology in the Pacific hills of Costa Rica over the last 35 years at what is now Los Cusingos Neotropical Bird Sanctuary. Skutch died on his ranch in 2004 just short of his 100th birthday. (CAM09, $24.95)
 		  
The Monkey's Bridge, Mysteries of Evolution in Central America  •  David Rains Wallace   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  Opening this absorbing account of the history and biogeography of the Central American isthmus with the tale of Columbus, Wallace then weaves his own travels in the region with a crisp overview of exploration, nature and evolution. Natural history buffs and ecologically minded travelers will appreciate this valuable resource. (CAM56, $18.95)
 		  
The Tapir's Morning Bath  •  Elizabeth Royte   • SCIENCE  •  An engaging account of ecological research and ecologists at Barro Colorado Island, the Smithsonian Institution's Tropical Research Station in Panama. (AMZ74, $18.95)
 		  
Tropical Nature  •  Adrian Forsyth  •  Ken Miyata   • NATURAL HISTORY • FAVORITE  •  A lucid portrait of the tropics as seen by two uncommonly observant and thoughtful field biologists. Its 17 marvelous essays introduce the habitats, ecology, plants and animals of the Central and South American rainforest. (GPS13, $16.00)
 		  
Wild Costa Rica  •  Adrian Hepworth   • NATURAL HISTORY  •  This beautiful, informative survey of the habitats, wildlife and protected areas of Costa Rica features 200 color photographs and chapters on natural history and conservation. (CRC69, $29.95)
 		  
A Guide to the Birds of Panama with Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras  •  Robert Ridgely  •  J.A. Gwynne   • FIELD GUIDE  •  This comprehensive field guide, noteworthy for its beautiful color plates, covers additional species found in Nicaragua, Honduras and Costa Rica. (CAM07, $55.00)
 		  
Costa Rica Birds  •  James Kavanagh   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A handy, laminated fold-up card with full-color illustrations of birds commonly found in Costa Rica. Great for kids, too. (CRC56, $5.95)
 		  
Costa Rica Butterflies & Moths  •  James Kavanagh   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A handy, laminated fold-up card. (CRC57, $5.95)
 		  
Costa Rica, Travellers' Wildlife Guides  •  Les Beletsky   • FIELD GUIDE  •  This handy field guide features 350 color illustrations of commonly encountered birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles. With chapters on habitats, parks and conservation. (CRC11, $29.99)
 		  
Costa Rican Wildlife  •  Pocket Naturalist   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Put it in your pocket! This handy, fold-up card includes color illustrations of dozens of typical birds, mammals and reptiles. We also carry plastic cards for Costa Rica Birds (Item CRC56) and Costa Rica Butterflies & Moths (Item CRC57), $5.95 each. (CRC24, $5.95)
 		  
Mammals of Costa Rica  •  Fiona Reid   • FIELD GUIDE  •  A palm-sized guide to 65 native mammals, with handsome full-color illustrations and helpful descriptions. Includes a map, viewing tips and a checklist. (CRC37, $7.00)
 		  
Neotropical Rainforest Mammals, A Field Guide  •  L.H. Emmons   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Compact enough to slip into your daypack, this field guide to the mammals of the New World tropics features 29 color plates of more than 200 species. (GPS12, $42.50)
 		  
Panama Wildlife Guide  •  Rainforest Publications   • FIELD GUIDE  •  This handy 14-panel fold-up card features expert color illustrations of dozens of birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles. (PNM27, $7.95)
 		  
Panama Wildlife Guide: Birds  •  Rainforest Publications   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Featuring 250 color illustrations of the birds of Panama, this is a handy 14-panel foldup card. (PNM28, $7.95)
 		  
Snorkeling Guide to Marine Life  •  Paul Humann   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Humann's compact guide illustrates Caribbean fishes, corals, invertebrates and plants commonly encountered in shallower water. (DIV02, $14.95)
 		  
The Birds of Costa Rica  •  Richard Garrigues  •  Robert Dean   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Built for the field, this new guide includes multiple illustrations for 820 species of birds. (CRC53, $29.95)
 		  
The Birds of Panama  •  Robert Dean  •  George R. Angehr   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Built for the field, with range maps, illustrations and descriptions on facing pages. (PNM46, $35.00)
 		  
The Mammals of Costa Rica, A Natural History and Field Guide  •  Oscar Arias  •  Mark Wainwright   • FIELD GUIDE  •  From jaguars to howler monkeys, this guide covers the fascinating and diverse wildlife of Costa Rica and the tropics. (CRC54, $29.95)
 		  
Tropical Plants of Costa Rica  •  Willow Zuchowski   • FIELD GUIDE  •  Organized by habitat, this photo guide to 400 species has chapters on popular destinations, including Monteverde and Tortuguero. (CRC55, $35.00)
 		  
 
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