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1	In the Time of the Butterflies more books like this by Julia Alvarez Julia Alvarez's eagerly awaited second novel is a powerful story of courage, innocence, and martyrdom in the tangled and dangerous political culture of the Hispanic Carribean. Three sisters--"the Butterflies"--dared to oppose a dictator. Only a fourth, the youngest, survived to tell this moving tale. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.50! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Collector more books like this by John Fowles John Fowles's celebrated novel is a romantic fantasy in which Francis Clegg, an obscure London clerk, contrives to win the affections of Miranda Grey, a young girl whom he has worshipped from afar for years. After he wins a fortune in a football pool, Francis buys a house in the country and has Miranda kidnapped and carried there. He keeps her ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.60! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Fancy Nancy Bonjour, Butterfly more books like this by Jane O'Connor, Robin Preiss Glasser (Illustrator) The star of two #1 "New York Times" bestsellers is back in an all-new tale of frills, frou, and the fanciest of all things that flutter--butterflies. Full color. see all copies from $9.00! new only from $9.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	From Caterpillar to Butterfly more books like this by Deborah Heiligman An introduction to the process of metamorphosis. Color illustrations accompany the text, which tells of a student group's observations of their pet caterpillar. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
5	Butterflies and Moths more books like this by Robert Mitchell, Andre Durenceau (Illustrator), Herbert Spencer Zim, Ph.D., SC.D. Fully illustrated and easy to use, this convenient guide features non-technical language and up-to-date range maps for a wide variety of butterflies and moths. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.91! \| first editions \| SVS
6	California Blue more books like this by David Klass Teenager John Rodgers and his dying father find themselves on opposite sides of an environmental battlefield. At issue is a new species of blue butterflies that John discovers on a jog through land owned by the lumber mill that employs his father and most of his town. An ALA Recommended Book for Reluctant Readers and a School Library Journal Best ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.85! \| first editions
7	Good Night, Sweet Butterflies: A Color Dreamland more books like this by Dawn Bentley, Heather Cahoon (Illustrator), Melanie Gerth (From an idea by) From the creator of the bestselling "Ten Little Ladybugs" comes a bedtime extravaganza. The nine glittery plastic butterflies in this sweet storybook correspond to the predominant color on each spread, reinforcing color identification skills in a soothing way. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.29! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Monarch Butterfly more books like this by Gail Gibbons Describes the life cycle, body parts, and behavior of the monarch butterfly. Includes instructions on how to raise a monarch. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
9	Waiting for Wings more books like this by Lois Ehlert This simple introduction to the life cycle of butterflies includes butterfly identification tips and instructions for planting a butterfly-friendly garden. Colorful collage illustrations accompany the text. Named one of the Best Children's Books 2001 by Publishers Weekly. see all copies from $2.88! new only from $10.20! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Charlie the Caterpillar more books like this by Dom DeLuise, Christopher Santoro (Illustrator) Charlie the caterpillar is lonely when all the other creatures refuse to play with him because they think he is ugly. Soon Charlie metamorphoses into a butterfly and all want to be his friend...but does Charlie really want to be friends with such mean creatures? Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.54! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	The Butterfly Book: An Easy Guide to Butterfly Gardening, Identification and Behavior more books like this by Donald Stokes, Ernest Williams, Lillian Copiously illustrated with maps, line drawings, and full-color photographs, each of these large-format (8 1/2 x 10 7/8) paperback books contains the essential information that backyard nature enthusiasts want and need -- to attract, identify, and understand birds and butterflies, and to grow and identify beautiful wildflowers at home. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.71! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Butterflies more books like this by Robert Michael Pyle 1,014 full-color identification photographs show living butterflies, caterpillars, and chrysalises in their natural habitats. 600 species covered in full detail. see all copies from $10.00! new only from $12.10! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Chrysalis: Maria Sibylla Merian and the Secrets of Metamorphosis more books like this by Kim Todd Today, an entomologist in a laboratory can gaze at a butterfly pupa with a microscope so powerful that the swirling cells on the pupa's skin look like a galaxy. She can activate a single gene or knock it out. What she can't do is discover how the insect behaves in its natural habitat--which means she doesn't know what steps to take to preserve it ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.55! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	En el Tiempo de las Mariposas more books like this by Julia Alvarez It is November 25, 1960, and the bodies of three beautiful, convent-educated sisters have been found near their wrecked Jeep at the bottom of a 150-foot cliff on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. El Caribe, the official newspaper, reports their deaths as an accident. It does not mention that a fourth sister lives. Nor does it explain that ... see all copies from $3.95! new only from $9.00! \| SVS
15 view cover	A field guide to eastern butterflies more books like this by Paul A Opler, Mariner Books, Roger Tory Peterson (Editor) This newly designed field guide features descriptions of 524 species of butterflies. One hundred color photographs as well as 348 color range maps accompany the species descriptions. The 541 exquisite color paintings clearly show even the most minute field marks. Introductory chapters include information on butterfly gardening, habitats, and ... see all copies from $2.84! new only from $6.99! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Peterson First Guide to Butterflies and Moths more books like this by Paul A Opler, Mariner Books Peterson First Guides are the first books the beginning naturalist needs. Condensed versions of the famous Peterson Field Guides, the First Guides focus on the animals, plants, and other natural things you are most likely to see. They make it fun to get into the field and easy to progress to the full-fledged Peterson Guides. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
17 view cover	Few Short Notes on Tropical Butterflies: Stories more books like this by John Murray Eight stories by a physician that center on medicine and doctors, most of them set in Third World locations, reflecting the author's experiences working as a doctor all over the world. A New York Times Notable Book for 2003. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Butterflies & Moths more books like this by David Carter A field guide to butterflies and moths around the world, each depicted by a full-color photograph with a caption that describes key features and points of differentiation. see all copies from $2.49! new only from $6.83! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Four Wings and a Prayer: Caught in the Mystery of the Monarch Butterfly more books like this by Sue Halpern The annual migration of monarch butterflies from the east coast of North America to Mexico is the subject of Sue Halpern's investigation. Interviewing scientists and lay experts, she tries to discover the secrets of this amazing migration: exactly how it happens, and why. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies more books like this by Mel Boring An introduction to the world of caterpillars, butterflies, and other insects, including identification information, educational activities, and fun facts. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.13!
21 view cover	Butterfly & Moth more books like this by Paul Whalley Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, growth from pupa to larva to adult, and other aspects. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.70! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	A field guide to western butterflies more books like this by Paul A Opler, Roger Tory Peterson (Editor), Amy Bartlett Wright (Illustrator) This all-new edition includes information on more than 590 species, illustrated in lifelike positions in 44 beautiful color plates. 110 color photos. Line drawings & maps. see all copies from $2.14! new only from $7.84! \| SVS
23 view cover	The Roar of the Butterflies more books like this by Reginald Hill In the fifth mystery featuring private eye Joe Sixsmith, shocking allegations of cheating have been directed at one of the leading members of Luton's most exclusive golf course. Before long, Joe is on the trail of a conspiracy that starts with missing balls and ends with murder. Original. see all copies from $3.28! new only from $4.87! \| SVS
24 view cover	The Lamb and the Butterfly more books like this by Arnold Sundgaard A lamb meets a butterfly and learns the differences between their lives. The lamb must stay in the meadow near his mother and the rest of the flock while the butterfly is an independent spirit who flies wherever he pleases. When a storm approaches, the lamb appreciates life on the ground and is even able to keep the butterfly safe. Collage ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.04! \| first editions
25 view cover	Taylor's Weekend Gardening Guide to Attracting Birds and Butterflies: How to Plant a Backyard Habitat to Attract Hummingbirds and Other Winged Wildlif more books like this by Houghton Mifflin Company, Barbara W. Ellis Nature's colorful creatures will flock to the yard when you follow the guidelines set forth in this book. Attractive flowers and natural plantings will attract birds and butterflies throughout the season. 50+ color photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.29! \| first editions

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