Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Stefanie Hessler (Editor), Knut Ljøgodt (Editor), Susanne ØStby Sæther (Editor)A delightful and informative romp through five centuries of cultural, historical and visual discourse surrounding the North Atlantic Ocean The cold, dark waters of the North Atlantic Ocean have served as a stage for both real and imagined histories. Mirroring the flow of this vast expanse, The Atlantic Ocean highlights the continued coexistence of species, cultures and stories. Roman...

Mindfulness in Bird Watching: Meditations on Nature & Freedom

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Thompson (Author)"In Mindfulness in Bird Watching, Claire Thompson elegantly weaves a narrative full of her own delightfully documented encounters with birds in amongst sage guidance on using mindfulness to help readers become deeply aware of the present moment. Following Claire's clearly described exercises has the potential to lead one from mere identification to making deeply insightful observations into the life of birds." - British Trust of Ornithol...

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Report copyright infringementby Dominic Couzens (Author), Gail Ashton (Author)A fascinating, beautifully illustrated compendium of stories and facts about the insects in our world. Fascinating and richly illustrated stories of insects in 366 daily entries, from dancing honeybees to the largest spider webs in the world. Entomologists Dominic Couzens and Gail Ashton present an insect for every day of the year in this beautifully produced guide. Readers are invited on a captivating journey throu...

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Report copyright infringementby Nils Van Duivendijk (Author), Agami Photo Agency (Photographer)A groundbreaking two-volume illustrated reference book covering all of Europe's birds Would you like to be able to identify any bird species in Europe, in all plumages, in every season? ID Handbook of European Birds is the resource for you. This identification handbook blends incisive descriptions with stunning high-resolution photos to provide the most comprehensive, in-depth coverage of European b...

You Had to Be There: Thoughts on Ecological Grief in the Anthropocene

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Report copyright infringementby Jess Bugg (Author)You Had to Be There is an unconventional, interdisciplinary reconsideration of established themes surrounding climate change. Alternating between the academic and the personal, Jess Bugg reaches a unique, and ultimately hopeful, conclusion. Operating at the crossroads of memoir, academia, and literature, You Had to Be There offers a fresh, hopeful perspective on the seemingly hopeless subject of climate grief. Over the course of eleven essays...

The Wheel of the Year: Your Rejuvenating Guide to Rediscovering Nature's Cycles and Seasons

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Report copyright infringementby Rebecca Beattie (Author)Nurture yourself through the turning seasons with the Wheel of the Year: an enchanting celebration of eight restorative moments in nature's cycle - from solstices and equinoxes to those midpoints in-between. Let Rebecca Beattie - Wiccan priestess and nature lover - take you on a magical journey around the Wheel of the Year, from Imbolc, Beltane, Lammas and Samhain to the Spring Equinox, Midsummer, Autumn Equinox and Yule. Rooted in an...

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Report copyright infringementby Bryan Nash Gill (Author), Bill McKibben (Introduction by)An awe-inspiring collection of Bryan Nash Gill's large-scale relief prints from cross sections of previously felled trees. Now in an updated edition with a new introduction by Bill McKibben. If there is, indeed, nothing lovelier than a tree, Connecticut-based artist Bryan Nash Gill (1961-2013) showed us why. Creating prints from cross sections of trees, Gill revealed the sublime power locked inside their ...

The Raven's Nest: An Icelandic Journey Through Light and Darkness

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Thomas (Author)'Fascinating' -Robert Macfarlane, author of The Old Ways 'Truly a thing of wonder' - Kerri ní Dochartaigh, author of Thin Places 'Lyrical [and] thoughtful' - Cal Flyn, author of Islands of Abandonment Visiting Iceland as an anthropologist and film-maker in 2008, Sarah Thomas is spellbound by its otherworldly landscape. An immediate love for this country and for Bjarni, a man she meets there, turns a week-long stay into a transformative hal...

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Report copyright infringementby Max Adams (Author)A passionate and informative celebration of trees and of man's ingenuity in exploiting their resources: the perfect gift for anyone who cares about the natural world. Trees are marvels of nature, still-standing giants of extraordinary longevity. In a beautifully written sequence of essays, anecdotes and profiles of Britain's best-loved species (from yew to scots pine), Max Adams explores both the amazing biology of trees and humanity's relatio...

Tasmanian Tiger: The Tragic Story of the Thylacine

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Report copyright infringementby David Owen (Author), David Pemberton (Author)The tragic story of how ignorance, fear and lack of care led to the disappearance of the famous Tasmanian tiger. This updated edition includes the latest research on whether it could ever be cloned and returned to the wild. Is it still out there? People claim to keep seeing it still. Once the world's largest marsupial predator, the Tasmanian tiger roamed the Australian mainland. Then confined to Tasmania for thousan...

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Report copyright infringementby Ellyn Gaydos (Author)A New Yorker best book of 2022 - This captivating memoir is a "startling testimony to the glories and sorrows of raising and harvesting plants and animals" (Anthony Doerr, best-selling author of All the Light We Cannot See), as an itinerant farmhand chronicles the wonders hidden within the ever-blooming seasons of life, death, and rebirth. Pig Years catapults American nature writing into the 21st century, and has been hailed by Lydia Davis ...

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Report copyright infringementby Pierre-Joseph Redouté (Author)Pierre-Joseph Redouté (1759-1840) stands tall among history's most revered botanical illustrators. Known as the "Raphael of Flowers" for his meticulously precise watercolors of roses, lilies, and other blossoms, Redouté held sway over botanical art from 1790 to 1830. Serving as the official court artist for Louis XVI and as the art mentor to Marie Antoinette, he not only survived the tumultuous times but also garnered the support o...

Edible Plants of the Pacific Northwest: A Visual Guide to Harvesting and Cooking with 40 Common Species

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Report copyright infringementby Natalie Hammerquist (Author)A detailed guide to the most abundant and tasty edible wild plants in the Pacific Northwest Overviews of 40 edible plants with history, common names, and subspecies Beginner-friendly resource explores native, non-native, and invasive plants with detailed listings, recipes, plus a seasonal harvest calendar Full-color ID photos with detailed close-ups, as well as contextual photos of plants in the wild A foraging guide that emphasi...

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Report copyright infringementby Herbert W. Levi (Author), Lorna R. Levi (Author), Nicholas Strekalovsky (Illustrator)Enjoy and Learn!Expert Knowledge!Easy-to-Read! This introduction to the diverse yet little known world of spiders is packed with concise, accurate information. With full-color pictures and readable text, this guide identifies representative species and describes: Their characteristics and habitsGrowth, courtship and enemiesWhere they are found Includes information on poisonous ...

The Science of Sewage: What Happens When We Flush

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Report copyright infringementby Julian Doberski (Author)Most of us don't think about what happens when we flush - until raw sewage appears where it isn't wanted, on our beaches or pouring into rivers. Yet enormous quantities of offensive and hazardous organic waste and dirty water are flushed into the sewers every day. So how exactly is it all cleaned up?As Julian Doberski explains in this, his latest book, there's a certain biological magic in the cyclical process of turning sewage into rive...

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Report copyright infringementby Nancy Campbell (Editor)A treasure trove of nature tales from storytellers across the globe, bringing a little magic and wonder to every winter night. As the evenings draw in - a time of reckoning, rest and restoration - immerse yourself in this new seasonal anthology. Nature Tales for Winter Nights puts winter - rural, wild and urban - under the microscope and reveals its wonder. From the late days of autumn, through deepest cold, and towards the bright hope...

Digging Into Nature: Outdoor Adventures for Happier and Healthier Kids

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Report copyright infringementby Pooja Sarin Tandon MD Mph (Author), Danette Swanson Glassy MD (Author)You know your child would benefit from more time spent outside and less spent on a screen. But how important is it really? And what can you do to make it happen? In Digging Into Nature, pediatricians and nature advocates Drs. Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy make the evidence-based case that your whole family will be happier, healthier, and more resilient when you spend time in n...

River of Renewal: Myth and History in the Klamath Basin

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Most (Author)River of Renewal tells the remarkable story of the Klamath Basin, a region of the Pacific Northwest spanning the Oregon-California border. Indian reservations are at the headwaters, along the estuary, and across the major tributary of the Klamath River. In this place that has witnessed, since the Gold Rush, genocide, war, and conflicts over resources, myths of the West loom large, amplifying differences among inhabitants of a land united by...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Gross (Author)A compelling call to action to focus on what connects us in nature to solve today's problems.In nature, everything is connected: from microscopic bacteria and soaring trees to animals struggling for survival amid thriving humanity. Yet many of today's toughest problems, from environmental destruction to divisive politics, stem from fundamental disconnections. In Intertwined, science writer Michael Gross explains how the natural world can b...

Insects: Discover the Science and Secrets Behind the World of Insects

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)Discover the fascinating stories behind 300 species of insects and explore their world. Did you know that insects are essential to life on Earth? Without them, we simply couldn't exist--they pollinate our crops, break down dead matter, and play a vital role in our ecosystems. Yet their numbers are plummeting in the face of changing climates, pesticide use, and threats to their essential habitats. This cutting-edge book, grounded in the latest researc...

What the Bears Know: How I Found Truth and Magic in America's Most Misunderstood Creatures--A Memoir by Animal Planet's the Bear Whisperer

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Searles (Author), Chris Erskine (Author)The incredible story of how one man went from a hired hunter to becoming one of America's top champions for this iconic animal. **A Los Angeles Times and USA Today Bestseller** In this wondrous and eye-opening exploration, Steve Searles, the renowned and respected "Bear Whisperer" of Mammoth Lakes, takes the reader on a journey into the lives of these remarkable creatures and the world we share. In the late 1990s, t...

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Report copyright infringementby Ross Hoddinott (Author), Ben Hall (Author), Chris Packham (Foreword by)The Wildlife Photography Workshop is a practical course written by two leading photographers who share their expert guidance and technical knowledge for photographing birds, mammals, plant life and close-up subjects such as insects.Photographic workshops are exceptionally popular, but not everybody has the time or budget to attend one in person. This 'workshop in book form' allows you to abs...

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Report copyright infringementby Holly Sprinkle (Author)Author Holly Sprinkle unveils the secrets hidden within Florida's aquatic wonders. Florida's springs swirl a spectrum of greens and blues with a crystal clarity seen nowhere else in the world. "Springhunting" is a cherished regional pastime, but these ancient oases have served as a beacon for humans and beasts alike since time immemorial. Giant sloths, mammoths and armadillos once centered their lives around these springs--the endangered ...

Senescence: A Year in the Canadian Rockies

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Report copyright infringementby Amal Alhomsi (Author)A refreshingly new literary voice celebrating natural beauty, mountain landscapes, and what it means to be truly alive and connected to nature. Senescence - defined as the gradual process of aging - takes readers on a captivating journey through the rhythmic beauty of nature. Syrian writer Amal Alhomsi's personal account of a year in Alberta's Bow Valley creates a rich tapestry of reflections. In summer, he skillfully parallels the leaf min...

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Report copyright infringementby Cormac Farrell Farrell (Author)An instruction manual for change, Urban Beekeeping explores how we can adapt urban spaces to create a more sustainable future, both for bees and for ourselves. Urban beekeeping has become a booming pastime in cities throughout the world. But why just fit bees into our cities, when we could reshape our cities to fit them? This guide from beekeeping expert Cormac Farrell takes readers through the process of creating a thriving urba...

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Report copyright infringementby Jenny Johnson (Author)BOMB Magazine, "2023 Small Press Gift Guide"Autostraddle, "45 Queer and Feminist Books You Need to Read in Early 2017" Academy of American Poets, "Most Anticipated Collections"Signature Reads, "28 Breathtaking Poetry Books to Read Now" Harvard Book Store Staff RecommendationThese sensuous poems explore love, desire, ecology, queerness in the 'natural' world, loss, and LGBTQ lineage and community.Sinuous and sensual, the poems of In Full Ve...

Pacific Coast Mammal Finder: Identifying Mammals by Their Tracks, Skulls, and Other Signs

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Report copyright infringementby Ron Russo (Author), Pam Frazier (Illustrator)Identify mammal tracks of the Pacific Coast with this pocket-size guide.Whether you're at the beach with your family or on a hiking or camping trip, you're bound to come across wildlife--or signs that animals have been there. If you're curious about mammals of the Pacific states, then Pacific Coast Mammal Finder by Ron Russo is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use book, you can identify mammals by sight, a...

Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Forsaken Dogs

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Report copyright infringementby Katherine Carver (Author), Francis Battista (Foreword by), Deborah Samuel (Afterword by)Striking, emotionally charged, fine art photographs chronicle the lives of approximately 60 once-abandoned dogs, illuminating each one's journey from a shelter or rescue organization to a loving, permanent home. The "before and after" photographs illustrate the profound benefits of animal adoption for both dogs and humans alike. Abandoned: Chronicling the Journeys of Once-Fo...

The Geography of Hope: Real-Life Stories of Optimists Mapping a Better World

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Report copyright infringementby David Yarnold (Author)From Prague to Berkeley to Nairobi to Kyiv, The Geography of Hope tells the stories of optimists who map the world to a better future.The Geography of Hope introduces readers to people who are changing the world, using "the most important technology you've probably never heard of." Nine topical stories include radical AI-driven changes in national intelligence, more transparent policing, a father-daughter duo fighting for fair elections, p...

Giving the Bird: Bird Stories by Ashley Longshore

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Report copyright infringementby Ashley Longshore (Author)A collection of whimsical birds accompanied by hilarious and imaginative descriptions of the bird's unique personalities from the over-the-top mind of the famed artist. Inspired by a fan-favorite series of posts on Ashley Longshore's popular Instagram account, the artist's own colorful (and sometimes inappropriate!) bird descriptions and maximalist paintings give each bird a hysterical personality and backstory. Take Muffy, for example....

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Hodgson (Author), Lon Levin (Author)BASIC ILLUSTRATED WEATHER FORECASTING Michael Hodgson gives detailed lessons in recognizing shifts in weather patterns, understanding why they occur, identifying cloud formations, and mastering basic meteorological concepts.Back JacketRichly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. W...

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Report copyright infringementby Stan Tekiela (Author)Identify Wisconsin mammals with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by family and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information.Whether you happen upon an animal track or actually see wildlife in nature, encountering mammals is a thrill. Learn to identify mammals in Wisconsin. With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, mammal identification is simple and informative. The Mammals of Wisconsin Field Guide features all 72 species f...