Most Popular Books by JAMES STEVENSON

James Stevenson-Hamilton''s South African Eden, a classic of ecology, is a memoir of over four decades of service as warden of what became the world renowned Kruger National Park. With a new concept in preserving the indigenous wilds, Stevenson-Hamilton ensured South Africa''s heritage for the future.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1877.

At the Mud Flat Olympics if the animals don''t win the Deepest Hole Contest, the All-Snail High Hurdles, or the River-Cross Freestyle, they can still come to the picnic after the games and have ice cream for dessert.

The animal residents of Mud Flat go about their preparations for Christmas in their own ways.

On Valentine''s Day in the village, children see who''s been making, sending and getting warm wishes--from Clifford the grumpy turtle to kindly Gus the tailor. Here are seven Valentine vignettes sure to bring love and laughs to any village. Full color. 40 pp. Ages 5 and up. Pub: 1/98. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

An exploration of why some decentralization reforms have led to viable systems of local governance in Africa, while others have failed. It outlines the key issues involved, provides historical context, and identifies the factors that have encouraged or discouraged success.

When Monty the alligator goes on vacation, a rabbit, duck, and frog look for another way to cross the river to school.

Mr. Hacker begins to regret his move from the noisy city to the quiet country, until he is befriended by a stray cat and dog.

The history of the catacombs is parallel to the history of early Christianity itself. And James Stevenson traces this crucial era with precision, bringing to light facts which are often misinterpreted or shrouded in legend. -- back cover.

When Mary Ann and Louie return unhappily from their first day at school, Grandpa tells them about his own dreadful first day at school.