A starry-eyed boy. A cryptic map. A mythical treasure. What perils await in the chasing of dreams? The Strider and the Regulus is a masterfully written YA literary adventure about a boy finding his own way.

"An account of Jesus' life during his first thirty years, where he was and what he learned before beginning his public ministry in Palestine"--Provided by publisher.

Spiders are among the most diverse groups of terrestrial invertebrates, yet they are among the least studied and understood. This first comprehensive guide to all 68 spider families in North America beautifully illustrates 469 of the most commonly encountered species. Group keys enable identification by web type and other observable details, and species descriptions include identification tips, typical habitat, geographic distribution, and behavioral notes. A concise illustrated introduction to spider biology and anatomy explains spider relationships. This book is a critical resource for curious naturalists who want to understand this ubiquitous and ecologically critical component of our biosphere.