Most Popular Books by David Hancock

What were the pyramids for? Who lived in the Forbidden City? When was the World Wide Web invented? Find out in this bright and lively book. Simple text, stunning photographs, detailed illustrations and links to exciting recommended websites introduce young readers to the fascinating world of history.

Noted biologist David Hancock shares over 50 years of experience observing the bald eagle of the Pacific Northwest -- chronicling their rise back from the edge of extinction and illustrating the book with over a hundred wonderful photos. David Hancock has been fascinated by the magnificent bald eagle for over 50 years. This title conveys the enthusiasm, depth of knowledge and respect for nature that could only come from a writer who has dedicated his life to wildlife biology and conservation. Personal anecdotes - such as the author''s often humorous adventures as a young graduate student traveling the west coast to study eagles - enliven the narrative. Chapters on the biology of the bald eagle and a summary of how they bounced back from the edge of extinction in the continental US share David Hancock''s extensive understanding and appreciation of this majestic bird. As well, there is a look at some of the best eagle viewing areas and festivals on the northwest coast with recommendations and observations from the author.

The follow-up to Jackalope Hunting, Dewpoint follows Merak Snyder four years after the first book''s events. Dewpoint immerses readers in Merak''s visual, auditory, and tactile world through Merak''s prose descriptions, observations, and insights. In Dewpoint, Merak navigates college, reconciles the latent trauma from the events of Jackalope Hunting with his interactions with friends, and straddles the line between the life he felt on track to lead versus the one he has fallen into.

A double volume containing two works of astonishing invention that blend theater with art and artifact.

A new look at the Tlingit. The author weaves personal observations in with historical and cultural references to give a lively account of these artistic native peoples. When you visit southeast Alaska you encounter the Tlingit Indians and their very rich lands, diversified culture and wondrous art forms. You can visit from cruise ships, from the Alaska Ferry system, from private boats, from the air, or by following the highway systems though Hyder, Skagway or Haines. The richness of the Tlingit culture flows from the incredible diversity and abundance of the surrounding seas: its fish, whales and sea life, the prolific clam beaches, and the incredible wealth from the spawning fish that feed the bears and eagles and nutrify the dense coniferous forest. The ease with which the natives could extract a good living provided much extra time to devote to developing an extraordinarily rich culture and a prolific art, as well as the warring and slave trading that set the northwest coast peoples apart from the other more food-deprived North American native peoples. This book will give you a glimpse into the richess of their culture and art and afford you some understanding how the Tlingit evolved as part of this productive land.

Farm dogs may have lacked recognition by scholars in the past but they have rarely been undervalued by those who work them. Some old breeds of farm dog have lost their working role and unfortunately died out. This book covers the dogs used by farmers in the United Kingdom, in Europe and in former colonies.

This book, Colonel Hancock''s eighth, is about lurchers, the hunting dog of the humbler hunters. It covers not just the origins, uses, structure, breeding advice, blend of breeds and foreign counterparts, but the wide patronage of these hybrid talented hounds. Lavishly illustrated it covers many aspects of the lurcher scene for the first time. It is not a manual dealing with feeding, training, health concerns and rearing. It is a book for the hunter, the person more interested in what the lurcher does. No previous book has covered comparable hunting dogs abroad so fully; no other book on lurchers evaluates so deeply the value of the breeds contributing to this hybrid hound. AUTHOR: Colonel David Hancock MBE (not to be confused with the renowned lurcher breeder) has been studying dogs for over fifty years. He retired from the Army in 1983 when he became Director of the National Trust''s Shugborough Estate. He has written a number of very successful books including The Mastiffs - The Big Game Hunters, now in its sixth edition. He judges working terriers and working tests for gundogs. He is a regular contributor to Country Life, The Field, Countryman''s Weekly and Dogs Today. SELLING POINTS: *No previous book covers comparable hunting dogs worldwide *Sets out the essential physical and mental characteristics which make a successful lurcher REVIEWS ''Perhaps the most important living writer about dogs'' a reviewer has described Colonel Hancock Colour throughout

This well illustrated handbook offers handy hints for the eager bait-fisherman: where to find bait, how to catch it, how to prepare it, and when to use which kind.

From renowned YouTube photography educator David Hancock, this short and comprehensive guide details the Nikon FG 35mm film SLR''s operation. This 10,000-word tutorial will help you understand why the camera works as it does and teach you to use it to obtain the best photos from it. This book describes how to use the camera and, more importantly, explains why the different functions benefit and improve your photography. This book also describes known problems with the Nikon FG, how to identify them, and options to correct issues. In this 60-minute read, Mr. Hancock covers the basic operating points such as changing batteries, loading film, mounting lenses, and using a flash. He also explains the reasons that each process works and provides tips and tricks for each task to help ensure that the photographer understands why each function is important. Whether you''re a new film photographer, a student, a returning hobbyist, or even if you''ve never held a film camera before, this manual will provide you the details and information that you need to know to effectively use the Nikon FG.

From renowned YouTube photography educator David Hancock, this short and comprehensive guide details the Canon A-1 35mm film SLR operation. This 10,000-word tutorial will help you understand why the camera works as it does while teaching you to use it to obtain the best photos from it. This book describes how to use the camera and, more importantly, explains why the different functions benefit and improve your photography. This book also describes known problems with the Canon A-1, how to identify them, and options to correct issues. In this 60-minute read, Mr. Hancock covers the basic operating points such as changing batteries, loading film, mounting lenses, and using a flash. He also explains the reasons that each process works and provides tips and tricks for each task to help ensure that the photographer understands why each function is important. Whether you''re a new film photographer, a student, a returning hobbyist, or even if you''ve never held a film camera before, this manual will provide you the details and information that you need to know to effectively use the Canon A-1.

Presents information about different places of the world and the various people who inhabit them. The reader is invited to find people, animals, and objects hidden in the illustrations.