The Nokomis Group

The Nokomis Group is owned and operated by Noleen Glavish and commenced trading in 1990 as a specialist publisher of high quality natural history books, portfolios, prints, gift cards and original artworks by Australian natural history artists.

In mid 2018, we expanded to include a NEW BOOKS division in addition to those published by the Nokomis Group.   This came about as Andrew and Belinda Isles who own Andrew Isles Natural History Books made a decision to retreat from stocking new books and are concentrating on Antiquarian and Second hand books.  This new division is primarily a mail order business selling natural history books and we ship worldwide.  Our stock holding is substantial and if you click on the New Books tab above, you will see that we are offering a comprehensive range of natural history new books which is predominantly Australian but covers all parts of the globe.

Natural history subjects include birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, botany, gardening, ecology, insects, marine, biology, aviculture, entomology and conservation.   We are constantly adding new titles and will be happy to source any titles which may interest you if they are not already listed.

In October 2019, we have finally commenced our Bargain Books tab above.  You will be able to browse these very well priced books and order them by clicking on the Tab and browsing!  It has been a long time coming!

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Featured Products and New Releases

Pacific Journeys

Pacific Journeys is a lavishly produced book of 330 color photographs of the island countries of Melanesia and Polynesia, from Papua New Guinea in the west to Easter Island in the... Read More

Australian Beetles Volume 2: Archostemata, Myxophaga, Adephaga, Polyphaga (part)

Second in a three-volume series that represents a comprehensive treatment of the beetles of Australia. This three-volume series represents a comprehensive treatment of the beetles of Australia, a relatively under-studied... Read More

The 50 Best Birdwatching Sites In New Zealand

New Zealand has a diverse range of bird species and is especially important for pelagics.  Thirteen of the world's 18 penguin species have been recorded in the New Zealand region... Read More

Salt: Selected Stories and Essays

A collection of stories and essays by the award-winning author of Dark Emu, showcasing his shimmering genius across a lifetime of work. This volume of Bruce Pascoe's best and most... Read More

Bringing Back the Bush: The Bradley Method of Bush Regeneration

The Bradley sisters, Joan and Eileen, lived in the Sydney suburb of Mosman and were the originators of bush regeneration worldwide.  The method of bush regeneration they developed became known... Read More

Environmental Weeds: A Field Guide for SE Australia

OUT OF PRINT.  WE HAVE COPIES AVAILABLE.   This comprehensive field guide details over 175 environmental weeds in south-eastern Australia including emerging and potential weed species. Detailed descriptions in easy-to-understand language... Read More

The Little Red Yellow Black Book: An introduction to Indigenous Australia (Fourth edition)

Originally published in 1994, The Little Red Yellow Black Book has established itself as the perfect starting point for those who want to learn about the rich cultures and histories of Australia’s... Read More

Birds of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos (Pocket Photo Guide)

Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are becoming increasingly popular with all kinds of visitors, not least birdwatchers who can visit many national parks and reserves harbouring a bounty of amazing species.... Read More

Hawkmoths of Australia: Identification, Biology and Distribution

Hawkmoths are large charismatic insects with highly variable and colourful larvae. Some species are specialised in their habitat preferences, but others are widespread and often encountered in gardens. However, little... Read More

A Water Story: Learning from the Past, Planning for the Future

Freshwater scarcity is a critical challenge, with social, economic, political and environmental consequences. Water crises in Australia have already led to severe restrictions being applied in cities, drought ravaging farmlands,... Read More

Birds of Paradise and Bowerbirds (Helm Identification Guide)

For any naturalist, the name 'New Guinea' conjures up one group of animals above all others – the sensational birds of paradise, renowned for their dazzling and diverse plumages. Birds of... Read More

The Enchantment of the Long-haired Rat: A Rodent History of Australia

  The fascinating story of a much-maligned and little-understood native Australian rodent. The long-haired rat breeds and spreads prodigiously after big rains. Its irruptions were plagues to European colonists, whofeared... Read More