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Stanley's Café (Stanley)

by William Bee

It's another busy day at Stanley's Cafe. He's baking a very special cake - but whose birthday can it be?Join Stanley and friends for a tasty adventure in this colourful new series from William Bee...

Stanley's Boat (Stanley)

by William Bee

It's another busy day at Stanley's boatyard!Stanley's boat is shipshape and ready for action! But it's not smooth sailing for everyone at sea today - will Stanley be able to help? A wonderful first introduction to boats and life by the seaside. Discover more Stanley books:Stanley's GarageStanley the BuilderStanley the FarmerStanley's CafeStanley's ShopStanley the PostmanStanley's SchoolStanley's TrainStanley's Fire EngineStanley's LibraryStanley's Park

Stanley the Postman

by William Bee

It's still dark outside, but the lights are on in Stanley's Post Office. What a lot of letters and parcels Stanley has to deliver! Join Stanley and friends for another busy adventure in this colourful new story from William Bee.

Stanley the Farmer (Stanley #1)

by William Bee

Down on the farm, there's seeds to be sown. Stanley has to get on his tractor and plough the field. There's lots to be done, and friends to help him out, but will the seeds grow?Join Stanley and friends for an out-of-doors adventure in this colourful new series from William Bee...

Stanley the Builder (Stanley)

by William Bee

What a job for Stanley - he's building a house for his friend, Myrtle. He will need his digger and his bulldozer and his cement mixer! He will also need his friend, Charlie to help. But will they manage to build the whole house?Join Stanley and friends for a hard-working adventure in this colourful new series from William Bee...

Stanley the Baker (Stanley)

by William Bee

It's another busy day at Stanley's bakery! There's so much to do before Stanley's customers arrive! He must prove the dough and bake enough treats to make a yummy display. Will he get everything done in time to open the bakery?A wonderful first introduction to baking for little readers.Discover more Stanley books: Stanley's BoatStanley's ParkStanley's GarageStanley the BuilderStanley the FarmerStanley's CafeStanley's ShopStanley the PostmanStanley's SchoolStanley's TrainStanley's Fire EngineStanley's Library

Standing between Life and Extinction: Ethics and Ecology of Conserving Aquatic Species in North American Deserts

by Jack Williams David Propst Kevin Bestgen Christopher Hoagstrom

North American deserts—lands of little water—have long been home to a surprising diversity of aquatic life, from fish to insects and mollusks. With European settlement, however, water extraction, resource exploitation, and invasive species set many of these native aquatic species on downward spirals. In this book, conservationists dedicated to these creatures document the history of their work, the techniques and philosophies that inform it, and the challenges and opportunities of the future. A precursor to this book, Battle Against Extinction, laid out the scope of the problem and related conservation activities through the late 1980s. Since then, many nascent conservation programs have matured, and researchers have developed new technologies, improved and refined methods, and greatly expanded our knowledge of the myriad influences on the ecology and dynamics of these species. Standing between Life and Extinction brings the story up to date. While the future for some species is more secure than thirty years ago, others are less fortunate. Calling attention not only to iconic species like the razorback sucker, Gila trout, and Devils Hole pupfish, but also to other fishes and obscure and fascinating invertebrates inhabiting intermittent aquatic habitats, this book explores the scientific, social, and political challenges of preserving these aquatic species and their habitats amid an increasingly charged political discourse and in desert regions characterized by a growing human population and rapidly changing climate.

Standardization of Epidemiologic Studies of Host Susceptibility (Nato Science Series A: #270)

by Janice S. Dorman

The incidence of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (100M) varies dramatically across racial groups and countries, with annual age-adjusted rates of approximately 40/100,000 per year in Finland, but only 0.51100,000 per year in China. Although reasons for these marked geographic differences are unknown, it is likely that genetic variations across populations play a m~or role. To determine the contribution of genetic factors to the global patterns of 100M incidence, international comparative studies are now being undertaken as part of the WHO Multinational Project for Childhood Oiabetes, known as the DIAMOND Project. It is, therefore, necessary to develop and implement epidemiologic standards for these investigations which can be applied across populations. This will ensure that comparable data are obtained in all countries, and that relevant scientific questions can be properly addressed. The development of standards for molecular epidemiologic studies of 100M is the of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop. During this meeting at the objective University of Pittsburgh, scientists from across the world convened to discuss issues relating to the standardization of: 1. the collection of family history data to assess the risk of 100M in first degree relatives, 2. case-control molecular epidemiology studies of 100M susceptibility, 3. HLA family studies, 4. laboratory methods and ONA technology transfer for genetic marker evaluations.

A Stallion Called Midnight

by Victoria Eveleigh

The island of Lundy is twelve-year-old Jenny's world, with its close-knit community of islanders and lighthouse-keepers. But when Jenny goes to boarding school on the mainland, she must leave behind everything she loves - including Midnight, the wild stallion she has secretly befriended.

Stalking Ground (A Timber Creek K-9 Mystery #2)

by Margaret Mizushima

'A taut page-turner on multiple levels' BooklistAn effortlessly engrossing read filled with tension, excitement and heart, Stalking Ground, the second in Margaret Mizushima's lauded debut series, will send a chill down every reader's spine.Deputy Ken Brody's girlfriend goes missing in the mountains outside Timber Creek, and Mattie Cobb and her K-9 partner Robo are called to search. But it's mid-October and a dark snowstorm is brewing over the high country. And they're already too late. By the time they find her body, the storm has broken and the snow is coming down hard.While Brody hikes down to bring back the forensics team and veterinarian Cole Walker gathers supplies to protect them from the storm, Mattie and Robo find themselves alone, guarding the gravesite overnight in the dead of the early winter. And that's only the first long, dark night in a series of them, because as their investigation develops, Mattie, Robo, Brody, and Cole find themselves in the middle of the killer's stalking ground – where the hunters have just become the hunted.

Stairway to the Mind: The Controversial New Science of Consciousness

by Alwyn Scott

Human consciousness has perplexed philosophers, artists and scientists for centuries. Some hold it to be purely physical, while others believe it transcends the material world. Now comes a book that offers a new perspective - based entirely on evidence from the natural sciences - whereby materialism and dualism co-exist. The author - a distinguished pioneer of nonlinear dynamics - bases his argument on a hierarchical view of mental organization; a stairway. Atoms give rise to molecules, neurons form the brain and individual consciousness leads to shared culture. All steps are needed to complete the picture and each level derives from the previous one. The book shows specialists how each of their fields adds to the overall picture, while providing general readers with an introduction to this investigation.

Stag (UEB uncontracted)


This image shows a stag from the side. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. This is a big animal with fully-grown antlers. Its head is on the right of the page, and tail on the left. The stag has turned to face you, so all its facial features can be found.nbsp;He has two big knobbly antlers coming from the top ofnbsp;his head. Directly down from these are the stag's small pointed ears, and down again arenbsp;his eyes and nose. To the left ofnbsp;his head, arenbsp;the neck, large chest and body.nbsp;He stands on four long, slender legs, each with a hoof at the end. The stag has a small tail on the left of the page.

Stag (UEB Contracted)


This image shows a stag from the side. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. This is a big animal with fully-grown antlers. Its head is on the right of the page, and tail on the left. The stag has turned to face you, so all its facial features can be found.nbsp;He has two big knobbly antlers coming from the top ofnbsp;his head. Directly down from these are the stag's small pointed ears, and down again arenbsp;his eyes and nose. To the left ofnbsp;his head, arenbsp;the neck, large chest and body.nbsp;He stands on four long, slender legs, each with a hoof at the end. The stag has a small tail on the left of the page.

Stag (Large Print)


This image shows a stag from the side. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up. This is a big animal with fully-grown antlers. Its head is on the right of the page, and tail on the left. The stag has turned to face you, so all its facial features can be found.nbsp;He has two big knobbly antlers coming from the top ofnbsp;his head. Directly down from these are the stag's small pointed ears, and down again arenbsp;his eyes and nose. To the left ofnbsp;his head, arenbsp;the neck, large chest and body.nbsp;He stands on four long, slender legs, each with a hoof at the end. The stag has a small tail on the left of the page.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier: An Owner’s Guide

by Alison Smith

A comprehensive guide to all aspects of owning a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, this highly illustrated book is full of practical information and expert advice for pet owners and breeders.

Stacy Gregg 3-book Horse Collection: Volume 2: The Diamond Horse, The Thunderbolt Pony, The Fire Stallion

by Stacy Gregg

THE DIAMOND HORSE Anna Orlov might be the luckiest girl in the world. She is the daughter of a Russian Count and lives in a beautiful snowbound palace that is home to a menagerie of wonderful animals: tigers, wolfhounds and, of course, horses. And she is also the owner of a beautiful heirloom – a diamond necklace with a secret past. But when Anna defies her father’s wishes and secretly raises a young colt alongside her pet tiger cub, her actions will have far reaching consequences. And soon Anna, her tiger and her horse will be fighting for survival in the frozen tundra of Siberia… THE THUNDERBOLT PONY When a devastating earthquake hits Evie’s hometown of Parnassus on New Zealand’s South Island, she and the rest of the town are forced to evacuate. Evie’s injured mum is one of the first to be rescued by helicopter and Evie will be next. But when realises that she will be forced to leave her beloved pony, Gus, her dog, Jock, and her cat Moxy behind, she is determined to find another way. Before the rescue helicopter returns, Evie flees with Gus, Jock and Moxy in a race against time across difficult terrain to reach the port of Kaikoura, where she has heard that people will be evacuated by ship in three days’ time. Surely there will be space for her, Gus, Jock and Moxy there? THE FIRE STALLION Twelve-year-old Hilly has landed her dream job, riding on the set of Brunhilda, an epic film based on the fearless warrior of Icelandic legend. Norse fire ritual tells that on mid-summer’s day, animals and humans can shape-shift and one night Hilly finds herself connected to the young warrior and her fire stallion. As the two girls’ lives intertwine, Hilly soon realises that they’ll both have to risk everything for the love of their horses… Inspired by real-life historical events, The Fire Stallion is an epic tale…

Stacy Gregg 3-book Horse Collection: Volume 1: The Princess and the Foal, The Island of Lost Horses and The Girl Who Rode the Wind

by Stacy Gregg

THE PRINCESS AND THE FOAL Princess Haya, daughter of the King of Jordan, loves her family more than anything. So when tragedy strikes at its heart, she is devastated. The Princess becomes ever more withdrawn until, on her birthday, the King gives her a life-changing present. An incredible new friendship grows and the heartbroken princess begins to dream of an extraordinary future. THE ISLAND OF LOST HORSES On a remote tropical island, twelve year-old Beatriz is about to embark on an epic journey, through hurricanes and across the high seas and back to the time of Christopher Columbus… When Beatriz stumbles across a wild mare with strange markings in the jungle she can’t believe it is real. Yet from that moment on the strongest connection grows between them, and she begins to uncover an incredible history. For centuries ago, Felipa and her horse, Cara Blanca, were running for their lives. THE GIRL WHO RODE THE WIND When Lola’s grandmother Loretta takes her to Siena, Italy, for the summer, Lola learns about the town’s historic Palio races – a fast and furious event where riders whip around the Piazza del Campo, and are often thrown from their horses while making the treacherous turns. Lola is amazed to learn her grandmother used to take part in these races – and had the nickname ‘The Daredevil’!

Stablekeeping: A Visual Guide to Safe and Healthy Horsekeeping

by Cherry Hill Richard Klimesh

Your horses deserve a comfortable and well-kept stable. In this easy-to-use guide, Cherry Hill shows you how to design and maintain an efficient and safe stable environment. With clear instructions and more than 250 photographs, Hill provides in-depth advice on every aspect of stable management, including stalls, tack rooms, work and storage areas, sanitation, safety considerations, and more. Good stablekeeping is an essential element of every successfully equine operation; it ensures a pleasant workplace and creates a healthy and happy environment for your horses.

Stable Mates (The Tippermere Series)

by Zara Stoneley

'A great treat for readers who love their books jam-packed with sexy men and horses.' Bestselling author Fiona Walker Welcome to tranquil Tippermere, an idyllic village nestled deep in the Cheshire countryside. Home to lords and ladies, horsemen and farmers, and plenty of secrets and scandals…

Stable Lass: Riding Out and Mucking In - Tales from a Yorkshire Racing Yard

by Gemma Hogg

'Poignant and compelling, an equine Bridget Jones.' Racing PostBeing a stable lass is probably one of the hardest jobs in the country, and yet for Gemma Hogg it is the most rewarding. She works in the beautiful Yorkshire market town of Middleham and if her colleagues are occasionally challenging, then the horses are downright astonishing. Now, in Stable Lass, she takes us into the closed world of a top racing yard, from the elation of having several winners in one day to the almost indescribable grief of losing a horse. Like most stable lads and lasses, Gemma arrived in her yard as a teenager fresh out of racing college and had to cope with living away from home for the first time, as well as adapting to the brutal long hours, backbreaking work and often treacherous weather. She describes falling in love with Polo Venture, the first racehorse in her care, the pure exhilaration of riding him on Middleham Gallops for the first time and what happens when a horse takes against you, from the growling gelding Valiant Warrior to the potentially lethal Broadway Boy. She brings to life the characters around the yard, from straight-talking boss Micky Hammond to the jockeys starving themselves to make weight, the wealthy owners and the other stable lads and lasses who come from a range of different places and backgrounds. Stable Lass by Gemma Hogg is a unique look into the world of horse racing filled with heart-warming stories and amazing thoroughbreds – some loveable, some cantankerous, all impressive.

Stable Isotopes in Ecology and Environmental Science

by Robert Michener Kate Lajtha

This book highlights new and emerging uses of stable isotope analysis in a variety of ecological disciplines. While the use of natural abundance isotopes in ecological research is now relatively standard, new techniques and ways of interpreting patterns are developing rapidly. The second edition of this book provides a thorough, up-to-date examination of these methods of research. As part of the Ecological Methods and Concepts series which provides the latest information on experimental techniques in ecology, this book looks at a wide range of techniques that use natural abundance isotopes to: follow whole ecosystem element cycling understand processes of soil organic matter formation follow the movement of water in whole watersheds understand the effects of pollution in both terrestrial and aquatic environments study extreme systems such as hydrothermal vents follow migrating organisms In each case, the book explains the background to the methodology, looks at the underlying principles and assumptions, and outlines the potential limitations and pitfalls. Stable Isotopes in Ecology and Environmental Science is an ideal resource for both ecologists who are new to isotopic analysis, and more experienced isotope ecologists interested in innovative techniques and pioneering new uses.

Staatliche Steuerung des veterinärmedizinischen Antibiotikaeinsatzes: Analyse der Steuerungsansätze in Deutschland, Dänemark und den Niederlanden

by Carolin Höhlein

Carolin Höhlein untersucht vor dem Hintergrund steigender Antibiotikaresistenzen und der damit verbundenen Notwendigkeit der Reduktion der Einsatzmengen nationale veterinärmedizinische Minimierungskonzepte und prüft deren potentielle Treffsicherheit sowie auftretende Nebenwirkungen. Schwerpunkt ihrer Analyse gilt dem in Deutschland verankerten Steuerungsansatz und der 16. Novellierung des Arzneimittelgesetzes (16. AMG Novelle) im Rahmen der Deutschen Antibiotika-Resistenzstrategie (DART). Untersucht werden gleichsam die in Dänemark und den Niederlanden erlassenen Steuerungsansätze. Dabei wird deutlich, dass tiergesundheitliche Aspekte stärker als bisher bei der Entwicklung weiterer Policies mit berücksichtigt werden müssen.

Squishy McFluff: Big Country Fair (Squishy McFluff the Invisible Cat #6)

by Pip Jones

From the funniest voice in young fiction today, the sixth in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.Squishy McFluff has been blow-dried and primped to perfection. He must win the Country Fair prettiest pet competition - and will if Ava has anything to do with it . . .But not everyone can see he's the winner. The Mayor seems to have a particular blindspot . . . That is until Ava and her invisible pet foil a dastardly robbery!Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.'A surefire hit.' Guardian'Charming.' The Times'Bound to ensure catisfaction.' Independent'Cleverly bridging the gap between picture books and longer fiction, the lovable Squishy is certain to be a success with under-sevens.' BookTrust'In delightful rhyme reminiscent of Dr Seuss, this charmingly illustrated book is bound to become a bedtime fave.' Gurgle

Squishy McFluff: The Invisible Cat! (Squishy McFluff the Invisible Cat #1)

by Pip Jones

Can you see him? My kitten? Close your eyes tightHis fur is so soft and all silvery whiteImagine him quick! Have you imagined enough?Oh, good, you can see him! It's Squishy McFluff!When Ava discovers an imaginary cat in the cabbage patch, she knows she's found a new best friend. Together, Ava and Squishy McFluff get up to all kinds of mischief . . .

Squishy McFluff: Meets Mad Nana Dot (Squishy McFluff the Invisible Cat #3)

by Pip Jones

From the funniest voice in young fiction today, the third in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.Oh yippee! Young Ava is very excitedTo see Nana Dot (who's rather short-sighted).Nan's fun! And she's funny! And if that's not enough, Can Ava's Mad Nana SEE Squishy McFluff?Ava and Squishy are up to their normal no-good when Dad whisks them off to Nana Dot's - Mum's got to go to the hospital to bring back Ava a baby sister! But Mad Nana Dot's lost her glasses so can't SEE Squishy McFluff . . . and a trip to the hairdresser's, the post office, the fishmonger all end in adorable disaster.Told in full colour throughout, this is the perfect stepping stone from picture books to older fiction.'A surefire hit.' Guardian'Charming.' The Times'Bound to ensure catisfaction.' Independent'Cleverly bridging the gap between picture books and longer fiction, the lovable Squishy is certain to be a success with under-sevens.' BookTrust'In delightful rhyme reminiscent of Dr Seuss, this charmingly illustrated book is bound to become a bedtime fave.'Gurgle

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