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Eight Bears: Mythic Past and Imperiled Future

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Report copyright infringementby Gloria Dickie (Author)Bears have always held a central place in our collective memory, from Indigenous folklore and Greek mythology to nineteenth-century fairytales and the modern toy shop. But as humans and bears come into ever-closer contact, our relationship nears a tipping point. Today, most of the eight remaining bear species are threatened with extinction. Some, such as the panda bear and the polar bear, are icons of the natural world; others, such as the...

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Report copyright infringementby Brian Gregory (Author)Only within the last sixty years have we uncovered the most coherent and awe-inspiring story of our Universe, our Earth, and the evolution of life and human civilization. Drawing from the latest scientific discoveries and philosophical insights, and using simple and eloquent writing for a general audience, Brian Gregory walks us gently through the most profound highlights of this creative evolutionary story. From these highlights, he ident...

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by Joe Sacco (Author)NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2020 BY THE NEW YORK TIMES, THE GUARDIAN, THE BROOKLYN RAIL, THE GLOBE AND MAIL, POP MATTERS, COMICS BEAT, AND PUBLISHERS WEEKLYFrom the "heir to R. Crumb and Art Spiegelman" (Economist), a masterful work of comics journalism about indigenous North America, resource extraction, and our debt to the natural world The Dene have lived in the vast Mackenzie River Valley since time immemorial, by their account. To the Dene, the land owns them, not the othe...

The Forager's Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Edible Wild Plants

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Report copyright infringementby Samuel Thayer (Author)A guide to 32 of the best and most common edible wild plants in North America, with detailed information on how to identify them, where they are found, how and when they are harvested, which parts are used, how they are prepared, as well as their culinary use, ecology, conservation, and cultural history.Author BiographySamuel Thayer is an internationally recognized authority on edible wild plants who has authored two award-winning books on...

Sharks, Skates, & Rays of the Atl. & Gulf of Mex.

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by Val Kells (Author), Val Kells (Illustrator)These laminated, fold-up identification guides-- FoldingGuides-- speak for themselves. Written and illustrated by local experts who know their stuff, waterproof and indestructible, theyre the perfect choice for beginners and intermediates who want to know what theyll encounter in their particular locale. Dimensions: 0.16 x 9.04 x 4.29 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 01, 2012

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Report copyright infringementby Barry John Cohen (Author)In 1886 when gold was discovered in the Transvaal, the peaceful farming existence of the Afrikaners (descendants of the Dutch settlers formerly called "Boers") was forever shattered. The setting of Barry Cohen's fact-based novel, Let the Storm Burst, is South Africa at the turn of the (20th) century, as thousands of alien fortune-seekers made their way to the gold fields in the quest for adventure, action, and affluence. Into this fact-...

Birds of Missouri Field Guide - Paperback

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by Stan Tekiela (Author)Get the New Edition of Missouri's Best-Selling Bird Guide Learn to identify birds in Missouri, 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 121 species of Missouri 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 secti...

The Orchid: A Celebration of the World's Most Charismatic Flower

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Report copyright infringementby Lauren Gardiner (Author), Phillip Cribb (Author), Royal Botanic Gardens Kew (Author)Queen of the night, Darwin's comet, lady's slipper, little dragon, black chimaera - the otherworldly names of orchid species are as beautiful as these sought-after flowers themselves. From flamboyant and colourful to strange and understated, and from alpine meadows to cloud forests, the orchid's variety and range is unparallelled - and has made it an object of obsession to plant...

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Report copyright infringementby D. De Quelus (Author)The Natural History of Chocolate by D. de Quelus is a Distinct and Particular Account of the Cocoa-Tree, its Growth and Culture, and the Preparation, Excellent Properties, and Medicinal Vertues of its Fruit. Number of Pages: 58 Dimensions: 0.12 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: October 19, 2017

Fellow Creatures: Our Obligations to the Other Animals

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Report copyright infringementby Christine M. Korsgaard (Author)Christine M. Korsgaard presents a compelling new view of humans' moral relationships to the other animals. She defends the claim that we are obligated to treat all sentient beings as what Kant called "ends-in-themselves". Drawing on a theory of the good derived from Aristotle, she offers an explanation of why animals are the sorts of beings for whom things can be good or bad. She then turns to Kant's argument for the value of huma...

Clara's Grand Tour: Travels with a Rhinoceros in Eighteenth-Century Europe

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Report copyright infringementby Glynis Ridley (Author)A biography of Clara, an eighteenth-century globe-trotting celebrity that also happened to be a fully grown Indian rhinocerosIn 1741, an enterprising Dutch sea captain transported a young female Indian rhinoceros from Assam to Europe, where she was displayed before everyone from peasants to princes.In an age before railways and modern roads, the three-ton Clara, as she became known, had to travel in an enormous coach drawn by eight horses....

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Hegji (Author)Author: ¬+ Steve Hegji Description: Nothing's more beautiful than a meadow full of wildflowers swaying in the mountain breeze, and with Wasatch Wildflowers you'll be able to appreciate that sight more than ever before. An experienced hiker and wildflower enthusiast Steve Hegji has scaled mountain heights to bring you this priceless collection of over 200 different flowers indigenous to the Wasatch Region, like Prince's Plume, Glacier Lily, a...

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Kurlansky (Author)"Kurlansky finds the world in a grain of salt." - New York Times Book Review An unlikely world history from the bestselling author of Cod and The Basque History of the World Best-selling author Mark Kurlansky turns his attention to a common household item with a long and intriguing history: salt. The only rock we eat, salt has shaped civilization from the very beginning, and its story is a glittering, often surprising part of the history...

Animals of a Bygone Era: An Illustrated Compendium

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Report copyright infringementby Maja Säfström (Author)A beautifully illustrated collection of fascinating, surprising, and funny facts about extinct animals. In the past, amazing and strange animals roamed the earth, including giant sea scorpions, tiny horses, enormous sloths, and fierce "terror birds." These and many more fantastic extinct animals are illustrated in this whimsical collection by Swedish artist Maja Säfström.Author BiographyMAJA SÄFSTRÖM is a Stockholm-based illustrator and ar...

Edible Wild Plants: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar North American Species

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Report copyright infringementby James Kavanagh (Author), Raymond Leung (Illustrator)Some wild edible plants have poisonous look-alikes, and it is important to know the difference when harvesting. Edible Wild Plants is a simplified guide to familiar and widespread species of edible berries, nuts, leaves and roots found in North America. This beautifully illustrated guide identifies over 100 familiar species and includes information on how to harvest their edible parts. It also includes a secti...

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Report copyright infringementby Paul Schaefer (Author), Noel Riedinger-Johnson (Editor)Throughout his career as a photographer, writer and conservationist, Paul Schaefer was a visionary leader of the New York State conservation movement and the driving force behind negotiating New York State's forever wild laws. In this captivating collection of essays, Shaefer chronicles his experiences growing up in the region, exploring rugged peaks, dense forests, and remote wilderness camps.Author Biogra...

Every Living Thing: The Politics of Life in Common

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Report copyright infringementby Jenell Johnson (Author)This book examines the question of what we mean when we talk about life, revealing new insights into what life is, what it does, and why it matters. Jenell Johnson studies arguments on behalf of life--not just of the human or animal variety, but all life. She considers, for example, the Standing Rock Sioux tribe's fight for water, deep ecologists' Earth First! activism, the Voluntary Human Extinction Movement, and astrophysicists' positio...

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Report copyright infringementby Christine Thompson-Wells (Author)The Flower Arrangers Diary is a perfect companion to 'How To Create Easy Flower Arrangements.' The Diary shows many wonderful and different approaches to flower arranging and flower arrangement construction. The Diary is an ideal asset for avid flower arrangers. Number of Pages: 130 Dimensions: 0.35 x 8.27 x 5.83 IN Publication Date: October 20, 2023

Weaving Wild Baskets: Techniques and Projects Using Foraged Leaves, Grasses, Vines, and Bark

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Report copyright infringementby Katie Grove (Author)Learn to make artful baskets from foraged materials, with this comprehensive guide to identifying, harvesting, and weaving wild plants. All kinds of plant parts can be used for basketmaking--including leaves, grasses, stems, vines, and bark. Author and basketmaker Katie Grove offers complete instructions for harvesting and preparing more than 50 plants for basketmaking, along with 14 different projects that teach the nine essential basketr...

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Report copyright infringementby Janie M. Pachano (Author)This book is a heartfelt tribute to the generations of berry pickers-past, present, and future-in Eeyou Istchee, the traditional homeland of the Eastern James Bay Eeyou. It preserves and shares the rich cultural tradition of berry picking, highlighting its essential role in the Eeyou diet and way of life. Through a blend of storytelling and practical knowledge, the book offers a deep connection to the land and the people who have harves...

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Report copyright infringementby Beyer Swen (Author)"Climate Chaos, Adaptation, and Hope: Building a Resilient Future" is a comprehensive manual addressing the urgent issue of climate change. From exploring the scientific foundations of global warming to examining its widespread consequences on weather patterns, ecosystems, sea levels, food security, and human well-being, this book offers clear explanations and engaging narratives. It presents strategies for achieving a sustainable future, emp...

The Australian Indigenous People's Bushtucker, Etiquette, Dreaming, Magick

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Report copyright infringementby Shé D'Montford (Author)With interest rates skyrocketing, wouldn't it be good to be able to eat for free? The Indigenous Australians have been living off the fat land since the beginning of time. Before banks, before supermarkets, there was Bushtucker. Indigenous culture flourished. This is the perfect time to learn the art of living close to nature to recession-proof yourself. In order to understand how to live in harmony with the land according to indigenous c...

Undammed: Freeing Rivers and Bringing Communities to Life

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Report copyright infringementby Tara Lohan (Author)Free-flowing rivers in the United States are an endangered species. With more than 500,000 dams in place, we've dammed and diverted almost every major river, straightening curves and blocking passage for fish and other aquatic animals, pushing many to the brink. Now a heartening new movement is helping to demolish harmful or obsolete structures and restore new life to rivers and the communities that depend on them. In doing so, it offers a pa...

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Arenson (Author)When he took up birding during pediatric training, Dr. Edward Arenson had no idea where it would lead. When he began writing down his experiences, he hoped the process would offer a greater understanding of his passion for birding and, in due course, himself. Despite having a busy medical practice and a growing family, Dr. Arenson was accustomed to going on "wild goose chases" every few months to seek new birds and get away from the stres...

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Report copyright infringementby Ronnie Smith (Author)This ebook is a collection of poems describing experiences of military missions spanning 25 years of flying in the US Air Force; flown to Africa, Antarctica, war torn Bosnia, and other places around the world. It casts spiritual light onto the graphics of military flying. The poems underscore the fact that there is a bright seam to life in not only what we do, which can appear as drudgery, but as a result of the intention one holds in doing...

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Report copyright infringementby George Copway (Author)âRecollections of a Forest Lifeâ is the autobiography of George Copway (Kah-ge-ga-gah-bowh), an Ojibwa writer, Methodist missionary, and lecturer. Born in 1818 near the Trent River in Upper Canada, Copway recounts his early life within the Ojibwa tribe, offering a vivid portrayal of their customs, beliefs, and interactions with the natural world. His narrative traces his conversion to Christianity and subsequent work as a missionary, p...

Where the Grass Still Sings: Stories of Insects and Interconnection

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Report copyright infringementby Heather Swan (Author)Through narrative, verse, and art, Where the Grass Still Sings celebrates the many tiny creatures that play crucial roles in our ecosystems--as well as the people on the front lines of the fight to save them.Weaving art and science with inspiring stories of people doing their part to protect insects and the environment, author Heather Swan takes readers around the globe to highlight practical solutions to safeguard our fragile planet. Visit...

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Report copyright infringementby Norma Hoagland (Author)In the beef industry, new cattle breeds are rare. Only five have originated in America. This is the story of a couple who drew upon their heritage and life experiences to create the uniquely American Black Hereford cattle breed. Their lives in politics, beauty pageants, professional sports, advertising, international business, and law all played a role in this unusual story.Author BiographyNorma Decker Hoagland is a working partner and co...

The Biofuel Breakthrough: Industrial Nations Shift to Sustainable Energy, Biofuels and Climate Change Solutions (global warming books)

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Report copyright infringementby Carina N. Beger (Author)The future of energy is changing - and biofuels are at the centre of the transition.As industries face rising energy costs, tightening emissions regulations, and increasing pressure to decarbonise, biofuels have emerged as a practical and scalable solution. The Biofuel Breakthrough offers a clear, evidence-based guide to how industrial nations are adopting sustainable fuels - and what this shift means for business, investment, and policy...

Forest Under Siege: The Story of Old Growth After Gifford Pinchot

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Report copyright infringementby Rand Schenck (Author)Gifford Pinchot, Chief of the United States Forest Service (USFS) from 1905 to 1910, marveled at the Cascades' old growth trees. Yet sadly, despite what its namesake championed, no current visitor to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest can see the forest he revered. Instead, by mid-century the USFS dramatically increased allowable timber industry logging for all national forests and began replacing ancient forests with younger, faster-growi...

Natural Beekeeping with the Warre Hive - Paperback

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by David Heaf (Author) Number of Pages: 106 Dimensions: 0.22 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 29, 2013