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GALAPAGOS, CUZCO & MACHU PICCHU
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About This Life, Journeys on the Threshold of Memory
• Barry Lopez
ANTHOLOGY •
1999 •
PAPER
• 273 PAGES
A collection of essays on far-flung travels -- both actual and internal -- by the wonderful writer and traveler. Lopez includes Galapagos, Hokkaido, Bonaire and Antarctica among the thoughtful essays. As in all his work, the book is a rare combination of fine writing, adventure, insight and personal reflection.
(GEN42, $15.00) |
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Boobies, Iguanas, and Other Critters
• Linda Litteral
NATURAL HISTORY •
1994 •
HARD COVER
• 71 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
• HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE
This beautifully illustrated book is an overview of the Galapagos Islands for middle readers (ages 10-14). Clear, detailed and accurate, it tackles the volcanic formation of the Galapagos, ecology and wildlife, scientific research and other topics.
(GPS16, $27.25) |
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The Bridge of San Luis Rey
• Thornton Wilder
LITERATURE •
2003 •
PAPER
• 148 PAGES
The classic novel by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Wilder, originally published in 1928, is set in Peru of 200 years ago. The story, about five travelers who are killed when a bridge built by the Incas collapses, is told from the point of view of a Franciscan missionary.
(AND08, $12.99) |
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Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, Travellers' Wildlife Guides
• David Pearson
• Les Beletsky
FIELD GUIDE •
2004 •
PAPER
• 485 PAGES
An excellent introduction to Ecuador's wildlife, this handbook features concise descriptions and illustrations of 500 frequently encountered reptiles and amphibians, birds, mammals and insects. Half the book is devoted to 96 fine color plates. The Galapagos Islands get a separate chapter and section of illustrations. With a brief overview of habitats, parks and reserves, this book is an ambitious one-volume survey of the whole country from Amazon and Andes to the Pacific coast and Galapagos for the interested traveler.
(GPS34, $29.95) |
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Ecuador Map
• Borch Maps
2005 •
MAP
A detailed laminated map of Ecuador at a scale of 1:1,000,000. This is a very clear, colorful double-sided map with detailed insets of Quito, Guayaquil, Galapagos and the Ecuadorian Amazon (Oriente) on the reverse. Two Sides. 35x20 inches.
(EDR03, $10.95) |
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Evolution, The First Four Billion Years
• Michael Ruse
• Joseph Travis
SCIENCE •
2011 •
PAPER
• 608 PAGES
A tribute, published in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin and the 150th anniversary of the Origin of Species. With opening essays on evolution and a second encyclopedic section, with accessible entries on individuals from Aristotle and Linneaus to Louis Leakey and Jean Lamarck; from T. H. Huxley and E. O. Wilson to Joseph Felsenstein and Motoo Kimura; and on subjects from altruism and amphibians to evolutionary psychology and Piltdown Man to the Scopes trial and social Darwinism.
(NAT150, $44.00) |
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Explore the Inca Trail
• Jacquetta Megarry
• Roy Davies
GUIDEBOOK •
2006 •
FLEXI-BOUND
• 64 PAGES
A brief, ingeniously designed guide to trekking in the Sacred Valley from Cusco to Machu Picchu with color photographs, a fold-out map of the route, site diagram of Machu Pichu and a camp-to-camp overview of the Inca trail. The authors, both experienced trekkers, include detailed avice on preparing for the trip, and a good overview of the site itself. The step-by-step sections cover the Classic trail from Chilca/Km 82/Km 88, the shortest option from Km 104, and the 5-6 day, more strenuous Mollepata trek.
(AND33, $15.95) |
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A Field Guide to Sea Stars and Other Echinoderms of the Galapagos
• Cleveland P. Hickman
FIELD GUIDE •
1998 •
PAPER
• 83 PAGES
• HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE
A spiral-bound field guide illustrating 62 species of sea stars, urchins and sea cucumbers, including endemic species. With 100 color photographs and information on distribution and natural history.
(GPS31, $18.95) |
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Flowering Plants of the Galapagos
• Conley McMullen
• Ghillean Prance
FIELD GUIDE •
1999 •
PAPER
• 370 PAGES
A much welcome field guide to 436 species of flowering plants, featuring McCullen's own color photographs, an overview of ecology and habitats, and an extremely useful botanical checklist by visitor site. While not nearly as celebrated as Darwin's finches or the sea-going iguana, the divergence of plants such as the endemic prickly pear cactus or Scalesia (an endemic genus in the daisy family with 15 species) in Galapagos, is just as interesting and important. A full page is devoted to each species, including a detailed description, habitat, distribution, a color photograph and comments on ecology, history and identification. Organized according to growth form, leaf pattern and flower color -- and bristling with botanic terms -- this is a long-awaited essential guide for those of us interested in plants. It's intended not just for botanically minded visitors but also for naturalist guides, residents and researchers.
(GPS40, $35.00) |
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Footprint Cuzco & the Inca Heartland Handbook
• Ben Box
• Stephen Frankham
GUIDEBOOK •
2011 •
PAPER
• 352 PAGES
Comprehensive and up-to-date, this exceptional guide covers Cuzco and surroundings, including the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, Tambopata, Manu Park and Lima in detail.
(PRU46, $21.95) |
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Lima Map
• Lima 2000
2006 •
MAP
A full color map of Lima with index at a scale 1:37,500 Two Sides. 27x38 inches.
(PRU29, $14.95) |
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Lonely Planet Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
• Lonely Planet
GUIDEBOOK •
2009 •
PAPER
• 432 PAGES
If you're an independent traveler, there's no better guidebook for Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. It's packed with maps, short essays on diverse topics and basic information for the traveler. A separate section at the end provides an overview of the natural history of Galapagos.
(GPS04, $23.99) |
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Lonely Planet Peru
• Sara Benson
GUIDEBOOK •
2010 •
PAPER
• 564 PAGES
In its hallmark style, this comprehensive guide to Peru features a good overview of culture, history and nature, and much nuts-and-bolts information on excursions, accomodations and sightseeing.
(PRU13, $23.99) |
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The Monkey's Paw, New Chronicles from Peru
• Robin Kirk
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
1997 •
PAPER
• 215 PAGES
A fascinating, multi-faceted portrait of the nation as shown through the travels and interviews of journalist Robin Kirk in Peru of the 1980s and 1990s. She focuses on the impact of the Shining Path guerilla movement on the country, and how the aftershocks are still felt. Kirk is also co-editor of the excellent "Peru Reader."
(PRU24, $22.95) |
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A Neotropical Companion
• John Kricher
• Mark Plotkin
NATURAL HISTORY •
1999 •
PAPER
• 536 PAGES
A tropical primer aimed at the motivated general reader. It's a systematic overview of the ecology, habitats, animals, plants and ecosystems of Central and South America. For those not put off by Latin names and concepts like Batesian mimicry, this handbook is a great introduction to the region.
(GPS11, $35.00) |
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Neotropical Rainforest Mammals, A Field Guide
• L.H. Emmons
FIELD GUIDE •
1997 •
PAPER
• 298 PAGES
An illustrated guide to the mammals of the New World tropics, compact enough to slip into your daypack, with 29 color plates illustrating more than 200 species. It covers most Central and South American mammals. Even the author concedes that it's difficult to see many of the more elusive rain forest mammals but keep a close watch for the sloths -- they're marvelous, and not likely to escape in a hurry.
(GPS12, $42.50) |
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Odyssey Guide Galapagos
• Pierre Constant
GUIDEBOOK •
2010 •
PAPER
• 316 PAGES
Subtitled "A Natural History Guide," this compact book is an illustrated overview of the islands -- and especially the wildlife -- with 70 sketch maps, 180 color photographs and island-by-island descriptions.
(GPS20, $24.95) |
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The Panama Hat Trail
• Tom Miller
TRAVEL NARRATIVE •
2001 •
PAPER
• 288 PAGES
• FAVORITE
Miller's entertaining and insightful social history of Ecuador -- as told through its hat-making history. It's a classic example of travel writing, and one of the best things written on Ecuador. Originally published in 1986, much of the book is set in Cuenca and along the Pacific coast of Ecuador.
(EDR15, $14.00) |
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Peru Map
• Borch Maps
2011 •
MAP
A detailed laminated relief map of Peru at a scale of 1:1,750,000. This is a very clear, colorful map, which also features detailed insets of Lima and Cusco, and even a site plan of Maccu Picchu. Peru itself is broken into three sections: North, Central, South. Two Sides. 20x39 inches.
(PRU02, $10.95) |
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Peru Map
• Lima 2000
MAP
A well produced, colorful shaded relief map of Peru at a scale of 1:2,200,000. Imported from Peru. Two Sides. 38x27 inches.
(PRU09, $14.95) |
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The Peru Reader, History, Culture, Politics
• Orin Starn
HISTORY •
2005 •
PAPER
• 524 PAGES
A lively, literate anthology on the history and culture of Peru that ranges from historical accounts to modern analysis. It's a comprehensive introduction to the country. The excellent selections were made by a panel of Peruvian and foreign experts.
(PRU04, $28.95) |
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Peru, Travellers' Wildlife Guides
• David L. Pearson
• Les Beletsky
FIELD GUIDE •
2004 •
PAPER
• 500 PAGES
A convenient illustrated guide to the birds, amphibians, reptiles, mammals and insects from the Peruvian Amazon and Andes to the Pacific coast. Featuring 500 color illustrations.
(PRU30, $29.95) |
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Pimsleur Quick & Simple Spanish
• Pimsleur Language Method
LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS •
2005 •
AUDIO CD
Four audio CDs with eight 30-minute lessons in basic Spanish, covering elementary vocabulary and phrases used in travel and everyday situations. The Pimsleur method emphasizes the use of listening skills without reading materials (so there isn't a book to follow along). It's advertised as "Totally audio: hear it, learn it, speak it."
(SPN257, $19.95) |
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Quito and Northern Ecuador
• ITMB
2009 •
MAP
A full color map of Quito and surroundings for the traveler, at a scale of 1:12,500. With a regional map goes from the northern border with Colombia to Guayaquil and from the ocean to the vast Yasuni National Park on the Peruvian border on the reverse at 1:650,000. One Side. 27x39 inches.
(EDR10, $10.95) |
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Rough Guide Ecuador
• Harry Ades
• Melissa Graham
GUIDEBOOK •
2010 •
PAPER
• 524 PAGES
A compact comprehensive guide to travel in Ecuador, including Quito, the Oriente and Galapagos with extensive listings, dozens of sketch maps, and a brief overview of culture, nature and history. Second edition.
(EDR06, $24.99) |
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Running the Amazon
• Joe Kane
EXPLORATION •
1990 •
PAPER
• 278 PAGES
A best-selling account of a 4,000-mile Amazon expedition from high in the Peruvian Andes to the Atlantic by foot, raft and kayak. It's a tale of high adventure, corrupt border guards, itinerant drug smugglers -- and the camaraderie that develops from a difficult job well done. Only four of the original ten participants finished the journey. Much of the story takes place in the little-explored narrow canyons and rapids high above Iquitos in Peru in the headwaters of the Amazon.
(AMZ13, $14.95) |
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Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises
• Mark Carwardine
FIELD GUIDE •
2002 •
PAPER
• 256 PAGES
In the trademark, graphic Eyewitness style, this sturdy guidebook colorfully describes the world's cetaceans with numerous illustrations, range maps, fluke drawings and a few paragraphs on each species.
(FG02, $20.00) |
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Wildlife of the Galapagos
• Julian Fitter
• Daniel Fitter
• David Hosking
FIELD GUIDE •
2002 •
PAPER
• 254 PAGES
A compact guide to Galapagos nature and wildlife, featuring 400 color photographs, as well as an overview of the history, climate, evolution and geology of the islands, and helpful full color visitor site maps. It includes not only birds and well-known reptiles, but also a sampling of the plants, invertebrates and coastal and marine life.
(GPS47, $19.95) |
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