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Frommer's Costa Rica 2004
by Eliot Greenspan
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Paperback: 371 pages ; Dimensions
(in inches): 0.98 x 8.50 x 5.12
Publisher: Frommer; Book and
Map edition (August 11, 2003)
ISBN: 0764537458
Average Customer Review: Based
on 2 reviews.
Editorial Review Book Description
You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's.
It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places
locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere
you might go—they've done the legwork for you, and they're
not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No
other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants
in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date,
with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting
coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without
us!
Completely updated every year (unlike most of the
competition), Frommer's Costa Rica features gorgeous color photos
of the lush rain forest, the amazing array of wildlife, and the
spectacular beaches that await you. Personally researched by a longtime
resident, it's the only truly up-to-date guide that gives you such
in-depth coverage of this fast-changing country, with recommended
accommodations in every price category.
A Guide
to the Birds of Costa Rica by F. Gary Stiles ,Alexander F. Skutch
(Contributor), Dana Gardner (Illustrator)
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Dimensions (in inches): 1.53 x 9.03 x 6.03
Publisher: Cornell Univ Pr;
(December 1990)
ISBN: 0801496004
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Editorial Review From Library Journal
Comstock: Cornell Univ. Pr. Oct. 1989. c.656p. permanent paper.
illus. maps. bibliog. index. LC 88-43444. ISBN 0-8014-2287-6. $65;
pap. ISBN 0-8014-9600-4. $35. ref This is a superior field guide
to a country with one of the richest assortments of bird life anywhere.
Written and illustrated by top experts, this book has it all: 52
excellent color plates, detailed species accounts, brief write-ups
of 70 birding localities, and extensive introductory materials,
often skimped on in books of this genre, on geography, climate,
habitats, and conservation, accompanied by helpful photographs.
Costa Rica has a fine park system and has long been the most popular
Central American country for visiting naturalists. Since the destruction
of natural areas in the Neotropics is finally receiving the publicity
it deserves, books such as this are urgently needed. It is the first
Costa Rican bird book since Paul Slud's The Birds of Costa Rica
(1964. o.p.), a respected but un illustrated monograph. A splendid
job. Highly recommended. - Henry T. Armistead, Thomas Jefferson Univ. Lib., Philadelphia
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. -This text refers
to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The Surfer's Guide to Costa
Rica
by Mike Parise
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Editorial Review About the Author
Mike Parise has surfed for over 30 years. He traveled and surfed
in many continents until he found his heaven, Costa Rica. He first
wrote the Guide for himself while gathering information in preparation
for his first trip to this wave-packed surfer's dream. He then decided
to offer it for sale and it quickly became a surf travel classic.
When not working on this labor of love, Mike does real work as an
advertising executive in Los Angeles.
Book Description
The most comprensive guide for surfers traveling to Costa Rica.
Details over 70 breaks on both coasts and over 100 hotels nearest
the breaks. Includes a helpful tips section including what to pack
and how to pack surfboards. Many maps and helpful driving directions.
A down-and-dirty backpack ready guide. If Indiana Jones surfed,
this would be his guide to this most perfect of surf destinations.
Moon Handbooks
by Christopher P. Baker
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Paperback: 800 pages; Dimensions
(in inches): 1.42 x 7.46 x 6.52
Editorial Review Book Description
Christopher P. Baker's award-winning handbook equips independent-minded
travelers with the information they need to discover the breathtaking
coasts and countryside of Costa Rica on their own. It's packed with
cultural, historical, and political insight, activities -- from
mountain biking to volcano trekking -- and details on restaurants,
car rentals, boat charters, rain forest cabins, and beach resorts.
"The most comprehensive, informative, well-organized, information-packed
guidebook on the market." -- South American Explorers Club
Reviewer:A reader from
Tustin, CA
Having lived in Costa Rica and traveled there many times and, having
purchased copies of most of the Travel Guides written about Costa
Rica during the past ten years, I consider this by far the best,
most comprehensive travel guide I have ever read. Many travel writers
give you bits and pieces of information based on their preferences
... preferences which may/may not be yours. This writer provides
a vast array of information about an exceptionally beautiful country
so that you can make your own choices. --This text refers to
an out of print or unavailable edition of this title
Field Guide to the Wildlife
of Costa Rica
by Carrol L. Henderson
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Paperback: 559 pages; Dimensions
(in inches): 1.68 x 9.38 x 6.14
Publisher: Univ of Texas Press;
1st edition (May 2002)
ISBN: 029273459X
Average Customer Review:
Editorial Review Book Description
At the biological crossroads of the Americas, Costa Rica hosts an
astonishing array of plants and animals--over half a million species!
Ecotourists, birders, and biologists come from around the world
to immerse themselves in the country's unspoiled rain forests, mountains,
and beaches, drawn by the likelihood of seeing more than three or
four hundred species of birds and other animals during even a short
stay. To help all of these visitors and local residents identify
and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, this field guide presents
nearly three hundred species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians,
butterflies, moths, and other invertebrates. Carrol Henderson, an
experienced wildlife biologist, traveler, and tour leader in Costa
Rica, has chosen the species that ecotourists are most likely to
see, along with a selection of rarer, sought-after animals. He gives
a general introduction to each group of animals, followed by individual
species accounts that highlight identification features and interesting
ecological adaptations for survival. His stunning close-up photographs
and distribution maps complete each entry. In addition, Henderson
includes a wealth of data about Costa Rica's natural environment,
as well as a trip preparation checklist and lists of conservation
organizations, wildlife tourism sites, and wildlife vocalization
tapes and CDs. With so much information so readily and readably
accessible, this field guide will be essential for planning and
enjoying your time in Costa Rica.
Costa
Rica Natural History
by Daniel H. Janzen
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Paperback: Dimensions (in inches):
1.26 x 10.97 x 8.52
Publisher: University of Chicago
Press; (November 1983)
ISBN: 0226393348
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Editorial Review Book Description
This volume is a synthesis of existing knowledge about the flora
and fauna of Costa Rica. The major portion of the book consists
of detailed accounts of agricultural species, vegetation, amphibians,
reptiles, mammals, birds, and insects.
"This is an extraordinary, virtually unique
work.... The tremendous amount of original, previously unpublished,
firsthand information is remarkable."--Peter H. Raven, Director,
Missouri Botanical Garden
"An essential resource for anyone interested
in tropical biology.... It can be used both as an encyclopedia--a
source of facts on specific organisms--and as a source of ideas
and generalizations about tropical ecology."--Alan P. Smith,
Ecology
The Rough Guide Costa Rica,
Third Edition
by Jean Mc Neil
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Paperback: 456 pages; Dimensions
(in inches): 0.91 x 7.78 x 5.13
Editorial Review Ingram
This ultimate guide to Costa Rica takes readers to that beautiful
country as few other travel guides do--from the capital of San Jose
to the plethora of outdoor activities. Providing guidance on all
of Costa Rica's best activities--from whitewater rafting to exploring
national parks to riding with the cowboys of Guanacaste--it also
offers the complete low-down on fun in San Jose, and more. --This
text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Costa
Rica's National Parks and Preserves: A Visitor's Guide, Second Edition by Joseph Franke
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Paperback: 224 pages; Dimensions
(in inches): 0.64 x 8.89 x 5.90
Editorial Review Book Description
Unspoiled beaches, tropical jungles, volcanic mountains, exotic
wildlife-Costa Rica's natural areas and preserves offer remarkable
geographical and biological diversity for adventure-loving travelers.
With complete profiles of forty accessible parks and preserves,
including five newly protected areas, this book guides visitors
through the unique terrain, and discusses each area's climate, flora,
and fauna. Whether you are a hiker seeking a panoramic view from
a volcanic summit, a kayaker longing to glide down river under a
jungle canopy, or a naturalist eager to observe an incredible array
of exotic wildlife, this guide is the key to exploring Costa Rica's
best natural areas with an emphasis on environmental awareness.
Explorers will find descriptions of hikes, nature
walks, and water trails, plus information on each park's facilities,
attractions, and history. Hikes range from short walks to extended
backpacking trips, and a complete planning section details when
to go, what to expect, what to bring, and health precautions.
The Natural History of Costa
Rican Mammals by Mark Wainwright List Price: $25.95 Price: $25.95 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Edition: Paperback
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Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Distribuidores Zona
Tropical, S.A.; (January 15, 2003)
ISBN: 0970567812
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Editorial Review About the Author
British naturalist Mark Wainwright has lived and worked in Monteverde,
Costa Rica, since 1991. In addition to writing and illustrating,
he works as a guide and as an instructor for tropical ecology courses;
he has also participated in a number of research projects. His previous
publications include five titles in the Costa Rica Field Guide series
- Mammals, Reptiles, Amphibians, Animal Tracks, and Cloud Forest
Birds - and the children's book Jungle Jumble.
Book Description
With detailed information drawn from hundreds of scientific publications
and more than 400 spectacular illustrations, The Natural History
of Costa Rican Mammals describes all of Costa Rica's readily identifiable
terrestrial and freshwater mammals.
The clear and entertaining text provides a wealth
of information for researchers, students, and naturalist guides,
as well as for first-time visitors to the American tropics who simply
have an interest in wildlife. The book's compact, sturdy design
makes it easy to carry along on any field trip.
The illustration show not only the mammals themselves,
but also their tracks, scats, dens, and anatomical details. Also
included are illustrations of numerous other animals and plants
with which the mammals have formed close ecological links.
The mammal descriptions include key identification
features, range maps, vocalizations, derivations of common and scientific
names, evolutionary history, local folklore and mythology, and extensive
information about natural history and conservation. The book also
describes some of the fascinating challenges faced by researchers
and points out numerous questions that remain unanswered. By presenting
mammals in a broader context, The Natural History of Costa Rican
Mammals provides and entry point into a general study of tropical
ecology and conservation.
With a preface by Oscar Arias
Former president of Costa Rica
1987 Nobel Peace Laureate
Field
Guide to the Orchids of Costa Rica and Panama
by Robert L. Dressler List Price: $39.95 Price: $27.97 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Edition: Paperback
Product Details
Paperback: 374 pages; Dimensions
(in inches): 0.88 x 8.42 x 6.82
Publisher: Cornell Univ Pr;
(November 1993)
ISBN: 0801481392
Editorial Review From Book News, Inc.
Contains keys to all the orchid genera in the region and most of
the orchid species, emphasizing features that can be readily seen
with the naked eye or a hand lens. Includes 240 color photos and
229 line drawings. Written in an accessible style, with introductory
chapters on the geography of the region. Annotation copyright Book
News, Inc. Portland, Or.
Ingram
Written in a friendly and accessible style, this guide contains
keys to all the orchid genera in the region and most of the orchid
species. Includes a discussion of orchid structure and ecology,
plus 240 stunning color photos and over 200 line drawings.
