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Lonely Planet Queensland & The Great Barrier Reef

Lonely Planet Queensland & The Great Barrier Reef

by Lonely Planet

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 468 PAGES

A practical guide to the rain forests, reefs, off-shore islands and other attractions of Queensland with a focus on adventure and outdoor activities. (AUS107, $23.99)

A Reef in Time

A Reef in Time

by J. E. N. Veron

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 304 PAGES

Veron draws on a lifetime of experience to present a fascinating geological history of the world's most famous coral reef, and also a plea for its protection against the dangers of global climate change. (AUS190, $20.00)

The Snorkeller's Guide to the Coral Reef, From the Red Sea to the Pacific Ocean

The Snorkeller's Guide to the Coral Reef, From the Red Sea to the Pacific Ocean

by Paddy Ryan

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1994
  • PAPER
  • 184 PAGES

The best-selling, take-along guide to coral reefs, coral-reef fishes, invertebrates and plants of the Indo-Pacific. With 200 color photographs. (DIV18, $21.99)

Townsville - Cairns - Cooktown Map

by HEMA Maps

  • MAP

A colorful map of northern Queensland, covering from Townsville to Cooktown, published in Australia at a scale of 1:600,000. (AUS141, $10.95)

 
Queensland Map

Queensland Map


by HEMA Maps

  • MAP

A colorful, detailed map of Queensland, imported from Australia. Scale 1:2,500,000. (AUS58, $10.95)

Australia, A New History of the Great Southern Land

Australia, A New History of the Great Southern Land


by Frank Welsh

  • HISTORY
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 758 PAGES

In this authoritative, balanced history Frank Welsh focuses on the political development of Australia from the European discovery of the continent through the period of colonization. (AUS165, $37.50)

The Great Barrier Reef: History, Science, Heritage


by Margarita Bowen | James Bowen

  • HISTORY
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 474 PAGES

A serious-minded and comprehensive history of the Great Barrier Reef, its exploration, natural history and conservation. (AUS160, $55.00)

Blue Latitudes, Boldly Going Where Captain Cook Has Gone Before

Blue Latitudes, Boldly Going Where Captain Cook Has Gone Before


by Tony Horwitz

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 480 PAGES

Sailing on a replica of Endeavour, Horwitz mixes history, fun and adventure in this hilarious recap of Cook's daring voyages around the world. (EXP31, $17.00)

In a Sunburned Country

In a Sunburned Country


by Bill Bryson

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 335 PAGES
  • FAVORITE

The intrepid, ever-resourceful Bryson revels in Australia's eccentric characters, dangerous flora and fauna, and other oddities in this wildly funny, effortlessly informative travelogue. (AUS83, $15.99)

Stinging Trees and Wait-A-Whiles: Confessions of a Rainforest Biologist

Stinging Trees and Wait-A-Whiles: Confessions of a Rainforest Biologist


by William Laurance

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2000
  • HARD COVER
  • 184 PAGES

A scientist's memoir from the 1980s at Millaa Millaa in the tropics of Queensland, detailing the rigors of field research and the joys of discovery. (AUS90, $25.00)

Australia, A Traveler's Literary Companion

Australia, A Traveler's Literary Companion


by Robert Ross

  • ANTHOLOGY
  • 1998
  • PAPER
  • 256 PAGES

Arranged geographically, this collection of works by mostly local writers, including Patrick White, Peter Carey and other luminaries introduces the cultures, geography and mindset of Australia. (AUS38, $13.95)

Down Time, Great Writers on Diving

Down Time, Great Writers on Diving


by Ed Kittrell | Casey Kittrell | Jim Kittrell

  • ANTHOLOGY
  • 1998
  • PAPER
  • 262 PAGES

A diverse anthology on the experience, pleasures and peril of diving by great writers, including Diane Ackerman and William Beebe. A thoughtful collection that communicates the rewards of being underwater. (DIV40, $15.95)

The Explorers

The Explorers


by Tim F. Flannery

  • ANTHOLOGY
  • 2000
  • PAPER
  • 385 PAGES

Through 67 personal accounts selected and introduced by Tim Flannery, this collection reveals the human experience of exploring and settling Australia. (AUS89, $14.00)

Ocean Duets

Ocean Duets


by Michele Westmoreland | Sylvia Earle

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 96 PAGES

This stunning portfolio of color photographs celebrates the diversity of marine life. (OCE107, $12.95)

Planet Ocean

Planet Ocean


by Laurent Ballesta | Pierre Descamp

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 368 PAGES

Ballesta's exquisite photographic portraits celebrate the diversity of life under the sea, from bizarre Antarctic fish and odd benthic creatures to multi-colored reef beauties, turtles, sharks and rays. (OCE115, $40.00)

The Blue Planet, Seas of Life


by BBC

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • DVD

Narrated by David Attenborough, this four-DVD boxed set features all eight extraordinary episodes of the BBC/Discovery documentary. (OCE88, $59.99)

The Future Eaters, An Ecological History of the Australasian Lands and People

The Future Eaters, An Ecological History of the Australasian Lands and People


by Tim F. Flannery

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 432 PAGES

An engaging ecological history of Australasia, focusing on human impact on local environments and animal populations in the recent geologic past. (AUS48, $16.00)

The Great Barrier Reef


by George Casey

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1999
  • DVD

Filmed for IMAX theaters, this eye-popping overview of the reef, its ecology and colorful inhabitants looks dazzling on your television. (AUS191, $19.99)

Treasures of the Great Barrier Reef

Treasures of the Great Barrier Reef


by WGBH

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2006
  • DVD

This 60-minute Nova documentary captures the diversity and abundance of the fish and invertebrates of the coral reef in dazzling color. (AUS196, $19.95)

World Atlas of Coral Reefs

World Atlas of Coral Reefs


by Edmund P. Green | Corinna Ravilious | Mark D. Spalding

  • SCIENCE
  • 2001
  • HARD COVER
  • 416 PAGES

With 84 full-page color maps, charts and 200 color photographs of corals and reef fishes, this beautiful atlas is an authoritative survey of coral reef habitats, their distribution and abundance, health and diversity. (OCE60, $70.00)

Australia: The East, Travellers' Wildlife Guides

Australia: The East, Travellers' Wildlife Guides


by Les Beletsky

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 544 PAGES

Featuring 650 full-color illustrations of common fish, reptiles, amphibians, mammals and birds of Australia and an overview of parks and preserves including the Great Barrier Reef. (AUS167, $29.95)

Australian Wildlife

Australian Wildlife


by Raymond Leung | James Kavanaugh

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1999
  • PLASTIC CARD

This handy fold-out guide features illustrations of almost 150 species of Australian animals. Laminated and pocket-sized, it easily slips into your daypack. (AUS111, $5.95)

Coral Reef Animals of the Indo-Pacific

Coral Reef Animals of the Indo-Pacific


by Terence M. Gosliner

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 1996
  • PAPER
  • 314 PAGES

A comprehensive handbook to 1,000 marine invertebrates by a leading expert from the California Academy of Sciences. (DIV19, $45.00)

Diving and Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef

Diving and Snorkeling Great Barrier Reef


by Len Zell

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 159 PAGES
  • OUT OF PRINT

A practical, illustrated guide to diving and snorkeling sites surrounding the Great Barrier Reef, with a short overview of the marine setting, ecology, coral reefs and inhabitants for each. (AUS27, $24.99)

Field Guide to the Birds of Australia

Field Guide to the Birds of Australia


by Ken Simpson | Nicholas Day

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2010
  • PAPER
  • 440 PAGES

A handbook and field guide to Australia's birds with 2,000 vivid color illustrations, each accompanied by a brief description and revised range map. (AUS06, $39.50)

Fishwatcher's Field Guide, Great Barrier Reef

Fishwatcher's Field Guide, Great Barrier Reef


by Idaz Greenberg

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • PLASTIC CARD

A double-sided, laminated card. (DIV41, $7.50)

Reef Fish Identification, Tropical Pacific

Reef Fish Identification, Tropical Pacific


by Paul Humann | Ned Deloach | Gerald Allen | Roger Steene

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2003
  • FLEXI-BOUND
  • 450 PAGES

This comprehensive guide to Indo-Pacific reef fishes features 2,500 color photographs. (DIV49, $48.00)

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