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61) Dragonflies
Author
Publisher
In association with the Natural History Museum, London
Pub. Date
2003
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Amerian Art Museum
Pub. Date
c2014.
Language
English
Description
""On the one hand, the affirmation that Latino art is American art is simply a fact. Latino artists are American by birth, citizenship, residence, education, experience, and even sacrifice-a factor made clear by the large number of Latino artists that have served in the United States armed forces. On the other hand, the statement poses a challenge to the ways in which we traditionally think about what constitutes American art."-E. Carmen RamosIs Latino...
67) Lichens
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution Press in association with the Natural History Museum, London
Pub. Date
c2000
Language
English
68) Trees
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution Press in association with the Natural History Museum, London
Pub. Date
c2001
Language
English
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"From tiny mosses and delicate ferns to vibrant blooms and stately palms, Flora invites you to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, and from root to leaf tip. DK's elegant introduction to botany is packed with sumptuous photos and crystal-clear illustrations that explain the mechanics of photosynthesis, why leaves change color, how cacti store water, and how seeds know when to grow. Filled with fascinating stories of how plant roots and leaves...
Publisher
Smithsonian Networks
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Ho ho who? Saint Nick, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, Santa Claus. From Armenia (Gaghant Baba) to China (Dun Che Lao Ren), India (Ganesha), and Yugoslavia (Deda Mraz), this beloved and iconic symbol of holiday cheer is known by dozens of names. Take a revealing pop history look at the amazing transformation of a holy man into a treasured icon of Christmas joy.
Author
Language
English
Description
"In his accessible introduction to the study and meaning of fossils, the world-renowned paleontologist Richard Fortey provides a comprehensive guide to all aspects of fossils and their use in reconstructing the history of life on Earth. Extensively illustrated in full color throughout, this fifth edition of Fossils includes the most recent advances in our understanding of the fossil record and the significance of new fossil finds"--Back cover.
74) Coral fish
Author
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution Press, in association with the Natural History Museum, London
Pub. Date
c2001
Language
English
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Produced in association with the Smithsonian, Music: The Definitive Visual History guides readers through the progression of music since its prehistoric beginnings, discussing not just Western classical music, but music from all around the world. Profiles the lives of groundbreaking musicians from Mozart to Elvis, takes an in-depth look at the history and function of various instruments, and includes listening suggestions for each music style.
80) Washington on foot: 24 walking tours of Washington, D.C., Old Town Alexandria, historic Annapolis
Publisher
National Capital Area Chapter, American Planning Association
Pub. Date
1984
Language
English