Epilonian Books

Rare, out-of-print & unusual books · Since 1997

Catalog notes

Description

Guam Science Teachers Association, printed by Star Press, August 1968. Paper covers, 98 pp ; 23 cm ; black and white illustrations; maps; index.

Condition & notes

In acceptable condition. Black and white illustrated paper covers have some chips and tears along edges. "50c" written in green ink on the bottom of the front cover near the spine, Moderate to heavy overall soiling, spotting, aging and scuffing to covers as well. Binding tight. Pages lightly aged but otherwise clean and unmarked. NOT Ex-Library. NO remainder marks. Book published to support science education on the island. Organized into thematic chapters - Geology and Weather; Plant Communities; Terrestrial Animals; Birds of Guam; Aquatic Community; Marine Community - with a bibliography and listings of educational resources available locally. Includes content from E. H. Bryan, Jr. of the Bishop Museum and other notable contributors. The original cover artwork features the endangered Guam rail (Rallus owstoni), drawn by Helen Wood of the College of Guam.