The Flamingo's Smile

The Flamingo's Smile

Author: Stephen Jay Gould

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 9780393303759

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Contains thirty of the author's essays from monthly columns in Natural History Magazine.


The Flamingo's Smile: Reflections in Natural History

The Flamingo's Smile: Reflections in Natural History

Author: Stephen Jay Gould

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2010-11-29

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 0393340856

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"Gould himself is a rare and wonderful animal—a member of the endangered species known as the ruby-throated polymath. . . . [He] is a leading theorist on large-scale patterns in evolution . . . [and] one of the sharpest and most humane thinkers in the sciences." --David Quammen, New York Times Book Review


The Flamingo's Smile

The Flamingo's Smile

Author: Stephen Jay Gould

Publisher:

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 476

ISBN-13: 9780140227246

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Evolutionary theory is the theme that binds together these essays on such seemingly disparate topics as the feeding habits of flamingos, flowers and snails that change from male to female and sometimes back again, and the extinction from baseball of the .400 hitter.


The Black Flamingo

The Black Flamingo

Author: Dean Atta

Publisher: Hachette Children's

Published: 2019-08-08

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 1444948598

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'I loved every word' - Malorie Blackman 'Atta's bold verse novel calls to its readers to find their own blazing, performative inner truth' - Guardian A boy comes to terms with his identity as a mixed-race gay teen - then at university he finds his wings as a drag artist, The Black Flamingo. A bold story about the power of embracing your uniqueness. Sometimes, we need to take charge, to stand up wearing pink feathers - to show ourselves to the world in bold colour. 'I masquerade in makeup and feathers and I am applauded.' SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READER AWARDS 2019


Flora and the Flamingo

Flora and the Flamingo

Author: Molly Idle

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2014-10-28

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 1452145075

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A 2014 Caldecott Honor Book In this innovative wordless picture book with interactive flaps, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance. With a twist, a turn, and even a flop, these unlikely friends learn at last how to dance together in perfect harmony. Full of humor and heart, this stunning performance (and splashy ending!) will have readers clapping for more! Double tap the flaps to open and close them, swipe the corners of the book to turn from page to page, and activate the soundtrack to listen to the music while you read your new ebook!


Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos

Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos

Author: Donna Andrews

Publisher: Minotaur Books

Published: 2006-02-07

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 1466807938

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Every year, Yorktown, Virginia, relives its role in the Revolutionary War by celebrating the anniversary of the British surrender in 1781. This year, plans include a re-enactment of the original battle and a colonial craft fair. Meg Langslow has returned to her home town for the festivities--and to sell her wrought-iron works of art. Except, of course, for the pink-painted flamingos she reluctantly made for her mother's best friend--she's hoping to deliver them secretly, so she won't get a reputation as "the blacksmith who makes those cute wrought-iron flamingos." Besides, she has taken on another responsibility--making sure none of her fellow crafters ruin the historical authenticity of the fair with forbidden modern devices--like wrist watches, calculators, or cell phones. She's only doing it to keep peace with the mother of the man she loves. And Michael himself will don the white-and-gold uniform of a French officer for the re-enactment--what actor could resist a role like that? Meg's also trying to keep her father from scaring too many tourists with his impersonation of an 18th century physician. And to prevent a snooping reporter from publishing any stories about local scandals. Not to mention saving her naive brother, Rob, from the clutches of a con man who might steal the computer game he has invented. It's a tough job--at least, until the swindler is found dead, slain in Meg's booth with one of her own wrought-iron creations. Now Meg must add another item to her already lengthy to do list: "Don't forget to solve the murder!" Fortunately, the more trouble Meg faces, the more fun the reader will have--and Meg faces plenty of trouble in this lighthearted and funny novel.


Flamingo Love

Flamingo Love

Author: M. O'Reilly

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2018-10-20

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 9781729023907

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Simple lined notebook that will cheer up any flamingo lover out there. Size: width 5 x height 8 in / width 12.70 cm x height 20.32 cm Number of pages: 100 white pages Interior style: lined journal with a line at the top for date Cover: glossy finish Joyful design that will make you smile. Nice gift for flamingo loving friends!


Maybe We Are Flamingos

Maybe We Are Flamingos

Author: Safari Sue Thurman

Publisher: Guardian Angel Publishing

Published: 2008-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933090986

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Flora and Fernando are the wrong color for flamingos. They wonder what they could be until they discover becoming pink can take a year, and staying pink is due to their diet. At last relieved, they draw funny pictures of how they might look if they ate broccoli or blueberries. 660 word picture book Suggested age for readers: 3 (read to age) to 9 (read alone)


Flamingo

Flamingo

Author: Caitlin R. Kight

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Published: 2015-06-15

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1780234651

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With their distinctive pink coloring and one-legged stance, flamingos are easily the most recognizable bird in the world. Most of us don't know, however, that there are actually six different species of flamingo, each differing in size and hue––and, despite excellent fossil records, scientists have had a difficult time positioning the flamingo within the avian genetic tree. In Flamingo, Caitlin R. Kight untangles the scientific knowledge about this unusual ornithological wonder and looks at how it has figured in popular culture. Kight presents the flamingo in a concise and accessible way, introducing its detailed scientific history alongside what we know about its often hostile habitats and complex social behavior. She explores its genetic lineage and the confusions it has caused, and she details the significance it has had for many cultures, whether as a spiritual totem or a commercial symbol of the tropical life. She even explains how it gets its extraordinary color (hint: it has to do with its diet). A wonderful resource for any bird lover, Flamingo provides valuable insight into just what makes this flashy-feathered character so special.


North Atlantic Right Whales

North Atlantic Right Whales

Author: David W. Laist

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2017-03-29

Total Pages: 461

ISBN-13: 1421420996

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The fascinating story of North Atlantic right whales—from their evolutionary origin, through a thousand-year history of relentless pursuit by whalers, to ongoing efforts to rescue them from the brink of extinction. In the cold waters of the unforgiving North Atlantic Ocean, some of the heartiest humans of medieval days ventured out in search of whales. Through the centuries, people on both sides of the Atlantic became increasingly dependent on whale oil and other cetacean products. To meet this growing demand, whaling became ever more sophisticated and intense, leading to the collapse of what was once a seemingly inexhaustible supply of large cetaceans. Central to the whale's subsequent struggle for existence has been one species—the North Atlantic right whale. Conservationist David W. Laist now provides the first complete history of the North Atlantic right whale, from its earliest encounters with humans to its close brush with extinction, to its currently precarious yet hopeful status as a conservation icon. Favored by whalers because of their high yields of oil and superior baleen, these giants became known as "the right whale to hunt," and their numbers dwindled to a mere 100 individuals worldwide. Their dire status encouraged the adoption of a ban on hunting and a treaty that formed the International Whaling Commission. Recovery of the species, however, has proven elusive. Ship strikes and entanglement in commercial fishing gear have hampered herculean efforts to restore the population. Today, only about 500 right whales live along the US and Canadian Atlantic coasts—an improvement from the early twentieth century, but still a far cry from the thousands that once graced Atlantic waters. Laist's masterpiece features an incredible collection of photographs and artwork that give life to the fascinating history that unfolds in its pages. The result is a single volume that offers a comprehensive understanding of North Atlantic right whales, the role they played in the many cultures that hunted them, and our modern attempts to help them recover.