Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Shirley C. Strum (Author), Cassandra Phillips (With)The amazing chronicle of a primate scientist's fifty-year journey studying baboons--and what her findings can tell us about primates, resilience, and human coexistence.In 1972, renowned anthropologist Shirley C. Strum traveled to Kenya to study the origins of human aggression through observing baboons. What Dr. Strum discovered completely defied her expectations, scientific notions about baboons, and even well...

Birds of Tennessee Field Guide - Paperback

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by Stan Tekiela (Author)Get the New Edition of Tennessee's Best-Selling Bird Guide Learn to identify birds in Tennessee, and make bird-watching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in your area. This book features 125 species of Tennessee birds organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is? Go to the yellow se...

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Report copyright infringementby Unccd/G20 Global Land Initiative (Editor), Bundeskunsthalle Bonn (Editor)Brings together works of art and science to raise awareness of the ecological restoration of land. Land is a life-sustaining link between Earth's climate and biodiversity and offers a wide variety of ecosystems that need to be restored and preserved. Half of humanity is already affected by the negative effects of industrial overuse of soils and massive land degradation. This volume vivid...

Babylon, Albion: A Personal History of Myth and Migration

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Report copyright infringementby Dalia Al-Dujaili (Author)Whoever said nature is still has not borne witness to the migration of the seasons. In this lyrical enquiry, Dalia Al-Dujaili considers what it means to belong in your land. She traces the rich heritage of the earth beneath our feet and the wildlife that call it home - from the oak tree and date palm to fairytale creatures, such as dragons, unicorns and the ancient Lamassu. Weaving together Arab and Islamic mythology with the English an...

Cull of the Wild: Killing in the Name of Conservation - Winner of the Zsl Clarivate Award for Communicating Zoology

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Report copyright infringementby Hugh Warwick (Author)Cull of the Wild delves into the challenges conservationists face - practical and ethical - as they try to counter one of the greatest threats to biodiversity: invasive species.Culling animals for the sake of conservation is a thorny, sometimes crucial and often controversial issue. For naturalist Hugh Warwick, it is far from a comfortable subject. He loathes the idea of killing (or even eating) animals. Yet, as an ecologist, he is acutely ...

The Southwest Native Plant Primer: 235 Plants for an Earth-Friendly Garden

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Report copyright infringementby Jack Dash (Author), Luke Takata (Author), Arizona Native Plant Society (Author)From Arizona's leading native plant organization, this accessible and colorful guide to planting natives will help gardeners at every level of experience add beneficial pollinators to their home gardens. The Southwest Native Plant Primer introduces 235 wildflowers, grasses, vines, cacti, and trees recommended for gardeners of any skill level interested in choosing native plants for ...

When the Ice Is Gone: What a Greenland Ice Core Reveals about Earth's Tumultuous History and Perilous Future

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Report copyright infringementby Paul Bierman (Author)In 2018, lumps of frozen soil, collected from the bottom of the world's first deep ice core and lost for decades, reappeared in Denmark. When geologist Paul Bierman and his team first melted a piece of this unique material, they were shocked to find perfectly preserved leaves, twigs, and moss. That observation led them to a startling discovery: Greenland's ice sheet had melted naturally before, about 400,000 years ago. The remote island's i...

Entwined: Dispatches from the Intersection of Species

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Report copyright infringementby Bridget A. Lyons (Author) What can octopuses' nine brains teach us about climate resilience? How can great horned owls' keen hearing illuminate relationship dynamics? Does playing with kelp cultivate respect for the value of life? What can our 8.7 million "more-than-human" neighbors teach us about life? Entwined: Dispatches from the Intersection of Species explores these questions through a collection of fourteen original essays by Bridget A. Lyons, a wildernes...

The Friends We Keep: Unleashing Christianity's Compassion for Animals

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Report copyright infringementby Laura Hobgood-Oster (Author)Today we find ourselves in an anomaly in human history: many of our lives are empty of animals. Many of us have pets or watch documentaries on Animal Planet, but, for the most part, we humans don't really know how all the other species on our planet live today. And as Laura Hobgood-Oster reveals, many of them are not living very well--sadly, not very well at all. Seeking to awaken Christians to the place and, too often, plight of ani...

Gardening for Butterflies: How You Can Attract and Protect Beautiful, Beneficial Insects

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Report copyright infringementby The Xerces Society (Author)"No matter the size or shape of your growing area, this will guide you through creating a butterfly-friendly space." --Mother Earth News Welcome the world's most exquisite visitors to your garden! Gardening for Butterflies, by the experts at the Xerces Society, introduces you to a variety of butterflies who need our help, and shows you how to design a habitat where they will thrive. This optimistic call to arms is packed with everyth...

The Earth in Her Hands: 75 Extraordinary Women Working in the World of Plants

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Report copyright infringementby Jennifer Jewell (Author)"An empowering and expertly curated look at the horticultural world." --Gardens Illustrated In this beautiful and empowering book, Jennifer Jewell introduces 75 inspiring women. Working in wide-reaching fields that include botany, floral design, landscape architecture, farming, herbalism, and food justice, these influencers are creating change from the ground up. Profiled women include flower farmer Erin Benzakein; codirector of Soul F...

Garden Revolution: How Our Landscapes Can Be a Source of Environmental Change

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Report copyright infringementby Larry Weaner (Author), Thomas Christopher (Author)"Shows us that guiding natural processes rather than fighting them is the key to creating healthier landscapes and happier gardeners." --Doug Tallamy, author of Bringing Nature Home Larry Weaner is an icon in the world of ecological landscape design, and now his revolutionary approach is available to home gardeners. Garden Revolution shows how an ecological approach to planting can lead to beautiful gardens tha...

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by James Stewart (Author), K. Roméy (Illustrator)a comic about dinosaurs finding meaning, together from the international bestselling team behind dinosaur therapy, @dinosaurcouch including exclusive, never-before-seen bonus comics posing questions such as 'do I exist?', 'how should I live?', 'what is beauty?' in each comic, dinosaur characters explore how to exist in the modern world and meditate on what it means to 'live well'.suitable for grown-ups.Author Biography James Stewart is a Britis...

Green Alaska: Dreams from the Far Coast - Paperback

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by Nancy Lord (Author)In 1899 Edward Harriman, the railroad tycoon and most powerful man in America, assembled an elite crew of scientists and artists and took them on a two month survey of the Alaskan coast. Its 126 members included mountaineer John Muir, nature writer John Burroughs, biologist C. Hart Merriam, naturalist and Alaskan expert William Dall, bird artist Louis Agassiz Fuertes, ornithologist George Bird Grinnell, and photographer Edward Curtis. The expedition returned with 100 tru...

Houseplants for All: How to Fill Any Home with Happy Plants - Hardcover

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by Danae Horst (Author)Danae Horst's Houseplants for All is a beautiful guide to selecting and growing the right plants for your home, complete with a plant profile quiz! Turn over a new leaf with Houseplants for All, and actually keep all your plant babies happy and healthy. Use the plant profile quiz to easily find your perfect match instead of picking up whatever catches your eye at the store and hoping that it'll survive your home and lifestyle. Whether you're always busy and can't rememb...

Earth from Above (25th Anniversary Edition)

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Report copyright infringementby Yann Arthus-Bertrand (Author)Timed to the 25th anniversary of the groundbreaking international bestselling book Earth from Above, this updated version features new images and refreshed text that creates an unforgettable, inspiring portrait of our planet today. Since its original publication in 1999, Yann Arthus-Bertrand's Earth From Above has been a touchstone for the environmental movement throughout the world, selling more than three million copies in all la...

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Labisko (Author), Richard Griffiths (Author)A marvelously illustrated introductory guide to frogs and their natural history Frogs are among the most diverse and adaptable animals on the planet, with a rich evolutionary history and a vitally important role in global ecosystems. With more than 7,700 species known to exist, they come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be found in habitats ranging from rainforests and frozen tundras to deserts and your o...

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Report copyright infringementby Rhys Charles (Author), Savannah Storm (Illustrator)Dinosaurs, fossils, and reptiles, oh my... The whole family can become paleontology experts with this illustrated dictionary of 100+ terms for prehistoric animals! This delightful prehistoric dictionary defines more than 100 words and phrases alongside informative entries, phonetic spellings to help pronounce the names of prehistoric creatures, and detailed anatomical illustrations. Meet incredible dinosaurs, f...

Born of Fire and Rain: Journey Into a Pacific Coastal Forest

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Report copyright infringementby M. L. Herring (Author)Go beyond the scenery of the Pacific temperate rainforest to witness how complex ecosystems survive in a world of upheavalsWinner, National Outdoor Book Award - Finalist, Oregon Book Award - CHOICE Outstanding Academic TitleIf you live on a rapidly changing planet, you'd be wise to learn how it works. The giant old forests on a skinny stretch of land on the far west coast of North America have a lot to say about living in a twitchy world.I...

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Report copyright infringementby Jaret Daniels (Author)Identify butterflies with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information! Butterflies are fascinating, beautiful, and a joy to behold. Now observing them is even better with the Butterflies of Florida Field Guide. This handy book by acclaimed author and professional entomologist Jaret C. Daniels makes field identification simple and informative. It features 102 species of butte...

Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design - Paperback

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by Benjamin Vogt (Author)Connecting to nature with native plants Landscaping with native plants has encouraged gardeners from the Midwest and beyond to embark on a profound scientific, ecological, and emotional partnership with nature. Benjamin Vogt shares his expertise with prairie plants in a richly photographed guide aimed at gardeners and homeowners, making big ideas about design approachable and actionable. Step-by-step blueprints point readers to plant communities that not only support ...

This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds - Hardcover

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by Danielle Belleny (Author), Stephanie Singleton (Illustrator)Full of bird watching basics, fun facts, and illustrated species profiles, This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds is a joyful celebration of our feathered friends! For seasoned spotters and backyard hobbyists alike, this charming guide offers an accessible look at the irresistible world of birding. Wildlife biologist and co-founder of Black Birders Week Danielle Belleny walks readers through the essentials of bird watching, from...

Wild Maps for Curious Minds: 100 New Ways to See the Natural World

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Report copyright infringementby Mike Higgins (Author), Manuel Bortoletti (Illustrator)Which nations have launched animals into space? Where are the world's cat people? How many humans live in high-risk zones for natural disasters? How far do you have to travel to hug all fifteen of the world's oldest trees? Where in the world do snakes live--or better yet, where can you avoid them?! Find the thought-provoking answers to these questions and many more in Wild Maps for Curious Minds. This infogr...

Wildflowers of the Southeast Field Guide

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Report copyright infringementby Jaret C. Daniels (Author), Stan Tekiela (Author)Learn to identify wildflowers in the Southeast with this handy field guide, organized by color. With this famous field guide by professional nature photographer Jaret C. Daniels and by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela, you can make wildflower identification simple, informative, and productive. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of wildflowers that don't grow in the Southeast. Learn ab...

Feathers: A Beautiful Look at a Bird's Most Unique Feature

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Report copyright infringementby Stan Tekiela (Author)Appreciate the Adornment of BirdsFeathers--possibly the most amazing body covering in the entire animal kingdom. No other covering does all that feathers do. From the delicate down feathers that keep birds warm to the sturdy flight feathers that allow birds to soar, these marvelous structures are something to admire. This coffee table book is filled with stunning, incomparable photos, and it promises to delight as it walks you through the w...

101 Amazing Sights of the Night Sky: A Guided Tour for Beginners

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Report copyright infringementby George Moromisato (Author)See the best that the night sky has to offer. Is there anything more amazing than the night sky? You've seen the stars and the constellations--but there's so much more to discover! This guide by George Moromisato introduces you to 101 sights, from old favorites like Saturn's famous rings to awe-inspiring wonders like the Andromeda Galaxy. Learn what to look for and when and where to find it! The sights are ranked by beauty, accessibil...

Bat Basics: How to Understand and Help These Amazing Flying Mammals

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Report copyright infringementby Karen Krebbs (Author)Separate Fact from Fiction with This Fun, Fascinating GuideWe need bats to eat mosquitoes, pollinate plants, and more. Karen Krebbs has been studying the world's only flying mammals for more than 35 years--and she's sharing her expertise with you. Learn the bat basics, such as how they use echolocation, why they hibernate, and what they eat. Then use the field guide section to identify common and important species to know.Inside You'll Find...

Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds: Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Emus, Guinea Fowl, Ostriches, Partridges, Peafowl, Pheasants, Quails, S

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Report copyright infringementby Carol Ekarius (Author)More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief history, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colorful photography. Comprehensive and fun, Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds celebrates the personalities and ...

Pharmako/Gnosis, Revised and Updated: Plant Teachers and the Poison Path

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Report copyright infringementby Dale Pendell (Author)Delving deep into the world of psychoactive plants, including ayahuasca, Pharmako/Gnosis serves as a comprehensive and standalone guide. Celebrated by readers as a modern classic, this is a must-have for anyone interested in the science, history, and lore of psychoactive substances. In this third and final volume of the Pharmako trilogy, Dale Pendell embarks on a captivating journey through the botanical and cultural landscapes of a diverse...

The Ultimate Guide to Mushrooms: How to Identify and Gather Over 200 Species Throughout North America and Europe

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Report copyright infringementby Guillaume Eyssartier (Author), Julien Norwood (Illustrator), Grace McQuillan (Translator)Everything You Could Ever Want to Know about Mushrooms! Mushrooms are an incredibly vast range of species, including all shapes and sizes and colors. This exciting collection includes a wealth of information on two hundred essential mushroom varieties, including their: Scientific names Habitats Modes of development Botanical specificities Uses in culinary cuisine And mor...

The Biological Recording Handbook: Making Wildlife Count

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Whild (Author)Biological recording is the discipline of writing down natural history observations of a correctly identified species, in a specific location, on a specific date, by a named individual. Simple enough, you may think. But these four pieces of data each have their own pitfalls for the unwary, whether making records or using them in analysis. This is the first time that the all principles and processes of biological recording have been brought t...

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas E. Hemmerly (Author)This informative field guide covers the wildflowers of the entire Appalachian region, which stretches from Quebec to northern Alabama, encompassing the Catskills of New York, the Berkshires of Massachusetts, the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, and many mountain ranges in between. Using this book, readers will learn to identify this region's wildflowers by shape, color, family, and habitat. Ecologist an...