{"product_id":"japan-the-natural-history-of-an-asian-archipelago-paperback","title":"Japan: The Natural History of an Asian Archipelago - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMark Brazil\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive, richly illustrated guide to Japan's astonishing animals and plants--and the natural forces that have shaped them\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis richly illustrated guide is the first comprehensive and accessible introduction to the extraordinary natural history of the Japanese archipelago. It explains how Japan's geology, geography, climate, seas and currents have forged conditions supporting a diverse range of species--from cranes, bears, eagles and monkeys to plants, butterflies, dragonflies, frogs and snakes--many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Engaging and authoritative, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to explore or learn about Japan's natural wonders, from the Japanese Macaque--the famous snow monkeys--to the magnificent Steller's Eagle.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures more than 878 colour photographs, illustrations and maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a lavishly illustrated introduction to many of Japan's common and iconic mammals and birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakes readers on a naturalist's journey to the key areas of Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku and Nansei Shoto, as well as the Izu, Ogasawara and Iwo islands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces Japan's geology, geography, topography, climate, habitats, biodiversity and much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplains where and how to watch and photograph wildlife in Japan, including whales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMark Brazil\u003c\/b\u003e is a naturalist, international wildlife expedition leader and natural history author who specializes in Japanese wildlife and lives in Hokkaido, Japan. His books include \u003ci\u003eGuide to the Birds of Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWild Asia\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eField Guide to the Birds of East\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAsia\u003c\/i\u003e (Princeton).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 8.3 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 18, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51767716184352,"sku":"9780691175065","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/f3a21bcc8351af04541d7d9f13efd6e1.webp?v=1780316023","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/japan-the-natural-history-of-an-asian-archipelago-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}