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Publications
Publications include scientific material which
would not otherwise be published and scientific material for
use in schools. Where appropriate these publications are
supported from the "Lynette Young Bequest" on the basis that each
publication will be financially self-supporting.
The Royal Society of Victoria From Then 1854 To Now 1959
- by R.T.M. Pescott (reprinted)
A short historical paper on the society.
40 pages
$5.00 (plus postage)
Spiders and Scorpions
Commonly Found in Victoria
by Ken Walker, Alan Yen and Graham Milledge
A fully revised version of our popular 1992 publication 'Spiders Commonly
Found in Melbourne and Surrounds' with new and clear spider and scorpion
line drawings by Savina Hopkins. The notes on habitats, biology and venoms
of the species described make this an essential companion to all who live
and travel around Victoria, students, teachers and environmentalists. Myths
and legends about spiders add to the story
160 pages, 133 color photographs
48 b/w illustrations
Size 21cm X 14.8 cm
RRP $19.50 (postage paid in Australia)
The Yarra - A Natural Treasure
by David and Cam Beardsell
The Yarra River is a premier attraction for people living in Melbourne and
for visitors from overseas and other places in Australia. It provides
opportunities for recreational pursuits, it supports commercial activities
along its length, and most importantly it is a refuge for the wildlife that
thrives both in and along the river's leisurely meandering passage to Port
Phillip Bay. This colourful publication will inspire Melburnians and
visitors to explore the natural beauty of the river, which encompasses a
rich variety of native species of plants and animals many of which are in
need of our support to ensure their safe survival. The Yarra reminds of
values often taken for granted and will give pleasure to all who explore
the river's natural attributes on foot, by bicycle or by boat.
72 pages, 56 color photographs
90 b/w photographs, 8 maps, 3 tables
Size 21cm X 14.7 cm
RRP $17.50 (postage paid in Australia)
Volcanoes in Victoria
by Bill Birch, Museum of Victoria
In this introduction to the State's volcanic history, we meet the various types of volcanoes found in Victoria and see how they relate to the landscape. The author describes how the rocks and minerals have been produced by volcanic activity.
He also outlines how these rocks have been used and he discusses some of the conservation values of volcanic features found here.
36 pages, 84 color photographs
40 b/w illustrations
Size 26cm X 22.5 cm
RRP $19.00 (postage paid in Australia)
Gem Minerals of Victoria
by Bill Birch and Dermot Henry, Museum of Victoria
Two well-known geologists present the full story of the beauty and diversity of Victoria's gem minerals. They describe the discovery, main localities and geological settings for diamonds, rubies, sapphires, zircon and topaz, among many other minerals used as gemstones. Superb colour photographs are included in a publication which caters for the enthusiastic gem seeker and for those who need detailed information on the origin of gem minerals. Other features include colour maps and extensive references.
120 pages, 120 color photographs
20 maps in colour
Size 28cm X 21.5 cm
RRP $44.00 (postage paid in Australia)
Education, Antarctica, Marine Science and Australia's Future,
Proceedings of the Phillip Law 80th Birthday Symposium
"LAKE MUNGO Window to Australia's Past"
Interactive CD
The fascinating landscape of the Willandra Lake World Heritage area; a landscape with stories to tell is available from the Society's office - $49.95, plus $6.00 postage.
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