Forey, Pamela

Explains the nature of galaxies, nebulae, and stars; features a selection of star charts with instructions on how to use them; describes major constellations seen in the night sky in the northern hemisphere; and provides details on the formation and structure of the solar system.

Color-illustrated profiles explain where to find and how to identify the most common gastropod, bivalve, chiton, and tusk seashells of the North American coasts.

Illustrations and text help describe the most familiar species of insects found in North America.

An illustrated identification guide that profiles North American plants and trees known for their medicinal properties, providing information on physical characteristics, habitat, distribution, medicinal properties and uses, similar useful plants, and dangerous and poisonous plants; also provides medical and botanical glossaries.

Provides color illustrations and descriptions of edible plants commonly found in North America, grouped according to edible part in the categories of roots and tubers, leaves and shoots, buds and flowers, fruits, and nuts and seeds, and includes tips on how to use the plants as food.