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Report copyright infringementby Robert Webster (Author)This scarce text constitutes a comprehensive handbook for practising gemmologists, timeless in its informative value and the perfect compendium for anyone interested in the subject. Gemmology is the science of natural and artificial gems and gemstones, and this book deals primarily with the methodology and techniques used in the classification thereof. Chapters contained within this fascinating text include: Colour, Colour Filter, Composi...

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Report copyright infringementby H. Rider Haggard (Author)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Number...

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Report copyright infringementby Lynn Margulis (Author), Dorion Sagan (Author)In the 1970s, microbiologist Lynn Margulis and atmospheric chemist James Lovelock developed the Gaia theory. Embracing the circular logic of life and engineering systems, the Gaia theory states that Earth is a self-regulating complex system in which life interacts with and eventually becomes its own environment. Gaia describes a living Earth: a body in the form of a planet. Fusing science, mathematics, philosophy, ec...

Potomac Fever: Reflections on the Nation's River

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Report copyright infringementby Charlotte Taylor Fryar (Author)An impassioned meditation on American identity and its ebb and flow through the Capital's great waterwayAs she walks the length of the Potomac River, clambering up its banks and sounding its depths, Charlotte Taylor Fryar examines the geography and ecology of Washington, D.C. with all manner of flora and fauna as her witness. The ecological traces of human inhabitancy provide her with imaginative access into America's past, for he...

Wild Mind: A Field Guide to the Human Psyche

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Plotkin (Author)Our human psyches possess astonishing resources that wait within us, but we might not even know they exist until we discover how to access them and cultivate their powers, their untapped potentials and depths. Wild Mind identifies these resources -- which Bill Plotkin calls the four facets of the Self, or the four dimensions of our innate human wholeness -- and also the four sets of fragmented or wounded subpersonalities that form during ch...

World as Lover, World as Self: 30th Anniversary Edition: Courage for Global Justice and Planetary Renewal - Paperback

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by Joanna Macy (Author), Stephanie Kaza (Editor), Joan Halifax (Foreword by)"Joanna Macy unveils an ancient set of roots for our work to transform the future."--adrienne maree brown, author of Emergent Strategy An enduring classic of the ecology movement by the founder of the Work That Reconnects, now more timely than ever Humanity is in an existential crisis. Facing the magnitude of our global situation as individuals leaves us feeling alone, disempowered, and despairing. Who better to list...

The Devil's Element: Phosphorus and a World Out of Balance

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Report copyright infringementby Dan Egan (Author)Phosphorus has played a critical role in some of the most lethal substances on earth: firebombs, rat poison, nerve gas. But it's also the key component of one of the most vital: fertilizer, which has sustained life for billions of people. In this major work of explanatory science and environmental journalism, Pulitzer Prize finalist Dan Egan investigates the past, present, and future of what has been called "the oil of our time."The story of ph...

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by Robert MacFarlane (Author), Jackie Morris (Author)The follow-up to the internationally bestselling sensation The Lost Words, The Lost Spells is a beautiful collection of poems and illustrations that evokes the magic of the everyday natural world. Since its publication in 2017, The Lost Words has enchanted readers with its poetry and illustrations of the natural world. Now, The Lost Spells, a book kindred in spirit and tone, continues to re-wild the lives of children and adults. The Lost S...

Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster - Paperback

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by Mike Davis (Author)A witty and engrossing look at Los Angeles' urban ecology and the city's place in America's cultural fantasies Earthquakes. Wildfires. Floods. Drought. Tornadoes. Snakes in the sea, mountain lions, and a plague of bees. In this controversial tour de force of scholarship, unsparing vision, and inspired writing, Mike Davis, the author of City of Quartz, revisits Los Angeles as a Book of the Apocalypse theme park. By brilliantly juxtaposing L.A.'s fragile natural ecology wi...

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Report copyright infringementby David Sibley (Author), Clay Sutton (Author)Among the world's most popular birds, hawks can be some of the most difficult birds to identify. They're most often seen flying high above and at a distance. In the first edition of Hawks in Flight, Pete Dunne, David Sibley, and Clay Sutton presented a holistic method of hawk identification, using general body shape, the way they move, and the places they are most likely to be seen. The new edition of the book that Rog...

Butterflies of the World: A Guide to Every Subfamily

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Report copyright infringementby Blanca Huertas (Author), Shinichi Nakahara (Author)A lavishly illustrated guide to the diversity of the world's butterflies Conspicuous for their beauty, butterflies are one of the most popular and well-studied insects. This book explores the astonishing variety of butterfly species around the world and examines their central role in maintaining a range of delicate ecosystems. Their sensitivity to changes in the environment across their life stages makes them e...

Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America - Paperback

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by Roger Tory Peterson (Author)A new edition of the best-selling field guide with 25 all-new plates covering the birds of Hawaii. For decades, the Peterson Field Guide to Birds has been a popular and trusted guide for birders of all levels, thanks to its famous system of identification and unparalleled illustrations. Now that the American Birding Association has expanded its species Checklist to include Hawaii, the Peterson Guide is the first edition to include the wonderful and exotic specie...

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Report copyright infringementby Ber Van Perlo (Author)Birds of Mexico and Central America is the only field guide to illustrate and describe every species of bird in Central America from Mexico to Panama, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Written and illustrated by Ber van Perlo, this handsome work covers more than 1,500 species. Information on key identification features, habitats, songs, and calls is included as are distribution maps showing eac...

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Report copyright infringementby David Allen Sibley (Author)A thoroughly updated and expanded edition of David Allen Sibley's classic guide to birding. "Undoubtedly the finest guide to North American birds."--Guy McCaskie, Birding The publication of The Sibley Guide to Birds, First Edition quickly established David Allen Sibley as the author and illustrator of the nation's supreme and most comprehensive guide to birds. Used by millions of birders from novices to the most expert, The Sibley Gui...

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Report copyright infringementby Andreas Weber (Author), John Elder (Foreword by)Nautilus Award Gold Medal Winner, Ecology & Environment In Matter and Desire, internationally renowned biologist and philosopher Andreas Weber rewrites ecology as a tender practice of forging relationships, of yearning for connections, and of expressing these desires through our bodies. Being alive is an erotic process--constantly transforming the self through contact with others, desiring ever more life. In c...

Trees: An Anthology of Writings and Paintings - Hardcover

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by Hermann Hesse (Author), Damion Searls (Translator), Volker Michels (Editor)Hermann Hesse understood trees to be symbols of transcendence and rebirth, of instinctive growth present in all natural life. This elegant collection of his essays, poems, and passages on trees, accompanied by thirty-one of his watercolor illustrations, reveals his inspired thoughts on nature, spirituality, and self-knowledge. Together, his writings and paintings mirror the seasons and landscapes as he experienced t...

Common Native Bees of the Eastern United States: Your Way to Easily Identify Bees and Look-Alikes - Spiral

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by Heather Holm (Author)This pocket-sized booklet features common bees of the eastern United States and their look-alikes, so you can quickly and easily identify them.Author BiographyHeather Holm is a biologist, pollinator conservationist, and award-winning author. In addition to assisting with native bee research projects, she informs and educates audiences nationwide, through her writing and many presentations, about the fascinating world of native pollinators and beneficial insects, and th...

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Report copyright infringementby John M. Marzluff (Author), Tony Angell (Author), Paul R. Ehrlich (Foreword by)"Crows and people share similar traits and social strategies. To a surprising extent, to know the crow is to know ourselves."--from the Preface "If corvids could read--and it seems they can do damn near everything else--they would surely find this book as entertaining and instructive as this human does."--Laurence A. Marschall, Natural History From the cave walls at Lascaux to the la...

Sibley's Warblers of Eastern North America

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by David Sibley (Author), David Sibley (Illustrator)Written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, America's most widely respected bird illustrator and ornithologist, this FoldingGuide offers instant access to just what the beginning birdwatcher needs to know. 38 species of wood warbler--both common and rare-- found eastern of the Rocky Mountains in North American are covered,including Parulas snd Chats. Each entry includes multiple illustrations, descriptive captions, size, and detailed rang...

A Northern Gardener's Guide to Native Plants and Pollinators

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Report copyright infringementby Lorraine Johnson (Author), Sheila Colla (Author), Anne Sanderson (Illustrator)Few sights are as charming as a hummingbird hovering over cardinal flowers in your backyard or a butterfly lighting on the black-eyed Susans potted on your balcony. Yet pollinators do more than beguile us: they are key to a healthy environment. With many pollinators threatened and their habitats disappearing, gardeners can make a real difference by planting native species that support...

Foraging for Survival: Edible Wild Plants of North America

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Report copyright infringementby Douglas Boudreau (Author), Mykel Hawke (Author)Whether you're a hiker taking a walk through your local wilderness, or a chef looking for new ingredients to incorporate in your dishes, Foraging for Survival is the book for you. As consumerism and a meat-heavy, processed diet become the norm and the world's population continues to grow at an exponential rate, more and more people are looking toward a more sustainable path for food. Authors Douglas Boudreau and M...

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by David Sibley (Author), David Sibley (Illustrator)Written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, America's most widely respected bird illustrator and ornithologist, this FoldingGuide offers instant access to just what the beginning birdwatcher needs to know. All 18 species of North American owls are covered,including multiple illustrations, descriptive captions, size, range, and seasonal presence. In addition, the guide includesinformation on owl vocalizations, how they hunt, nesting behavi...

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by David Sibley (Author), David Sibley (Illustrator)Written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, America's most widely respected bird illustrator and ornithologist, this FoldingGuide offers instant access to just what the beginning birdwatcher needs to know. 27 species of Eastern North American raptors are covered,including eagles, hawks, falcons, kites, vultures, and harriers. Each entry includes multiple illustrations, descriptive captions, size, range, and seasonal presence. Dimensions: ...

Evolutionary Herbalism: Science, Spirituality, and Medicine from the Heart of Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Sajah Popham (Author), Matthew Wood (Foreword by)Introducing a groundbreaking, holistic approach to the practice and philosophy of herbal healing for the body, spirit, and soul. The first-ever herbalism guide to integrate herbal, medical, and esoteric traditions from around the globe--including astrology, Ayurveda, and alchemy--into one cohesive model. Sajah Popham presents an innovative approach to herbalism that considers the holistic relationship among pl...

Pharmako/Poeia, Revised and Updated: Plant Powers, Poisons, and Herbcraft

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Report copyright infringementby Dale Pendell (Author), Gary Snyder (Foreword by)Immerse yourself in the fascinating universe of psychoactive plants with Volume 1 of Dale Pendell's celebrated Pharmako trilogy The bestselling magical fusion of science, poetry, history, and philosophy In this updated paperback edition of the first volume of Dale Pendell's renowned Pharmako trilogy, readers are welcomed on an absorbing journey through the history and applications of psychoactive plants and their ...

The Only Good Snake . . .: Tales from a Rattlesnake Whisperer

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Report copyright infringementby David E. Jensen (Author)As a passionate advocate for snakes since his youth, Dave Jensen later specialized in urban snake removal, observing the often fascinating human reactions to snakes and the misconceptions that cause people to fear them.With an engaging personal style, Jensen highlights the thrilling nature of his work relocating rattlesnakes in a large metropolitan area. His extensive interaction with both serpents and the people who fear or misunderstan...

Rachel Carson and the Power of Queer Love

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Report copyright infringementby Lida Maxwell (Author)How Silent Spring stands as a monument to a unique, loving relationship between Rachel Carson and Dorothy Freeman, and how such love underpins a new environmental politics After the success of her first bestseller, The Sea Around Us, Rachel Carson settled in Southport, Maine. The married couple Dorothy and Stanley Freeman had a cottage nearby, and the trio quickly became friends. Their extensive and evocative correspondence shows that Dorot...

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Report copyright infringementby Matt Sewell (Author)An enchanting illustrated guide to owl species of the world. The owl is one of nature's most captivating creatures. In this enchanting guide, artist Matt Sewell brings to life fifty species from around the world. From the adorable Eurasian Pygmy Owl, small enough to fit in your pocket, to the Great Gray Owl, celebrated for its size and elegance--these charming illustrations are sure to delight anyone intrigued by these wise and wonderful ani...

Wild Edibles: A Practical Guide to Foraging, with Easy Identification of 60 Edible Plants and 67 Recipes

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Report copyright infringementby Sergei Boutenko (Author)Sergei Boutenko's groundbreaking field guide to the art and science of foraging and preparing wild edible plants--includes 300+ photos of 60 plants**An Amazon Editors' Pick -- Best Cookbooks, Food & Wine**In Wild Edibles, Sergei Boutenko's bestselling work on the art and science of live-food wildcrafting, readers will learn how to safely identify 60 delicious trailside weeds, herbs, fruits, and greens growing all around us. It also o...

Kaufman Field Guide to Birds of North America

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Report copyright infringementby Kenn Kaufman (Author)Critically acclaimed for its innovative design, the Kaufman guide introduced a new generation to birding. The Kaufman Field Guide to Birds of North America includes the official names of birds and range maps. Additional information helps beginning birdwatchers get started, all in the same compact format that has made this guide the easiest to use for fast identification in the field. Number of Pages: 391 Dimension...

Following the Bend: How to Read a River and Understand Its Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Ellen Wohl (Author)An engaging and thought-provoking introduction to river science When we look at a river, either up close or while flying over a river valley, what are we really seeing? Following the Bend takes readers on a majestic journey by water to find answers, along the way shedding light on the key concepts of modern river science, from hydrology and water chemistry to stream and wetland ecology. In this accessible and uniquely personal book, Ellen Woh...

Drawing Nature: The Creative Process of an Artist, Illustrator, and Naturalist

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Report copyright infringementby Linda Miller Feltner (Author)A visually stunning exploration of the artistic process by an award-winning nature artist Drawing Nature presents the creative process of an acclaimed nature artist, guiding readers from field sketches to finished art and demonstrating how science and the close observation of nature can be integrated into the artist's work to create dynamic, meaningful images. With chapters that flow from drawing basics to more advanced methods and ...