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Greater southern Africa has a wealth of mammal species, almost 400 - all of which are covered in this fully updated, comprehensive field guide. Now expanded to include species found in Angola, Zambia and Malawi, it has also been extensively revised to include: the most recent research and taxonomy revised distribution maps and many new images colour-coded grouping of families spoor and size icons skull photographs, grouped for easy comparison detailed descriptions of each species, offering insight into key identification characters, typical behaviour, preferred habitat, food choice, reproduction and longevity.

Like an apparition, conjured out of the darkness, a young man with light blond hair pushed his face into the car. I immediately spotted the knife. It was a long, thin weapon, almost like a letter opener, with a tapering blade.

A classic field guide to Africa's larger mammals, now updated and expanded to include the most recent research, taxonomy and distribution, and many new images.

Tissue Salts are a group of 12 minerals that should be present in our bodies to ensure good health and well-being. These salts are found naturally in the earth's rocks and soil, and are present in food grown organically in mineral-rich soils. This fascinating book explains how the 12 tissue salts (each presented in its own chapter) can be used to supplement our diet, not only to promote good health but also to treat specific ailments. It details how we can boost our intake of these salts both with tablets or drops, and by eating appropriate fruit and vegetables. The book ends with an 'Ailment chart' for quick referencing. In her easy, down-to-earth manner, Margaret Roberts laces her advice with case studies and personal anecdotes. For anyone interested in boosting or maintaining their health by natural means, this is an indispensable guide.

Originally published in 1994, Stuarts' Field Guide to the Tracks & Signs of Southern, Central & East African Wildlife quickly became the standard reference to the subject in the region, reprinting many times. This new edition provides the most detailed coverage of tracks, droppings, bird pellets, nests and shelters and feeding signs, not only for mammals, but also for birds, reptiles, insects and other invertebrates.Greatly expanded, this extensive update now features: full color throughout; many more examples of all tracks and signs; photographs of animal species to supplement the numerous examples of tracks and signs; coverage of central African species; additional quick reference keys.The new edition retains the unique approach that made the first edition so popular, allowing readers to navigate quickly, by means of keys, to the pertinent information. Keys on the inside covers help readers access information even faster.

Andre de Ruyter's explosive account of his three years as CEO of Eskom, where he dealt with corruption, sabotage, political interference and a poisoning attempt.

The first comprehensive field guide to scorpions in South Africa, covering all 108 known species, with a detailed description, distribution map and multiple exceptional photographs per species.

East Africa is a premier wildlife destination, well known for its mass migrations of herds and fearsome predators. But as iconic are the trees that grow there: among them mangroves, cycads, palms, marulas, acacias, sausage trees, fever trees, toothbrush trees and giant bamboos.

815 species of amphibian have been described on the African continent - 788 frogs, 23 caecilians and four salamanders. Field Guide to the Frogs & other Amphibians of Africa is the first guide ever to cover all these species. The book features a brief introduction with tips for handling and identifying amphibians.

An all-in-one guide for identifying the plants and animals of southern Africa, it now includes distribution maps.

This is a collection of 101 jaw-dropping stories, as told by the very people who experienced them - first-hand accounts of sightings, scrapes and encounters in one of Africa's greatest National Parks.

Southern Africa boasts a rich variety of tree species, bothindigenous and exotic. Pocket Guide Trees of SouthernAfrica is an authoritative introduction to the region's trees,describing and illustrating 132 species. This publication hasits origins in Van Wyk's A Photographic Guide to Trees ofSouthern Africa and has been fully revised and updated bywell-known authority Braam van Wyk. Each species accounthighlights the key identification features, and also toucheson the medicinal and commercial uses of the trees. This compact, easy-to-use guide makes an ideal travellingcompanion and will help readers to become moreknowledgeable about trees.

Here is an all-in-one travellers' guide to one of the most extraordinary and beautiful places on Earth. It offers detailed maps, travel information and a photographic field guide in a single, handy volume.

Insects have a greater impact on human lives and livelihoods than any other group of organisms. This guide will help you to identify insects that are frequently encountered, very striking or ecologically important in the region. Compact and easy-to-use, it features more than 400 of the interesting and diverse insect groups found in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi. Full-colour photographs of all featured species are accompanied by concise text giving key identification features for each group.

New in Struik Nature's Pocket Guide series, this book covers an astonishing 500 southern African birds yet is small enough to fi t in your pocket. It is loaded with information that makes for quick and easy bird identification. Colour photographs show each bird, giving both male and female images where there's a difference. Concise text pinpoints key identifi cation features. Distribution maps locate each species in the region. Calendar bars show the months when the birds are more likely to be seen. Bird size and breeding months are indicated. For use at home or when travelling to new climes, this handy pocket guide will be an indispensable companion.

This guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to make biltong and droewors, a variety of different sausages (including boerewors, salami and pork sausages), as well as cured and smoked meats.