Nature - General

The marshes along the Ohio shore of Lake Erie represent less than ten percent of the vast wetlands that were there two hundred years ago. Virtually unknown outside the region and, indeed, little known even by area residents, the western Lake Erie marshes are...

Author: Sharon ButalaISBN-10: 0006394019ISBN-13: 9780006394013Publisher: Harper PerennialLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/16/2024Pages: 240Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.31w x 0.61d

Beyond Sled Dogs and GoldSomewhere between myths and hard facts you find Nome, poised also between yesterday and tomorrow. Drawing on his background in anthropology and an equal passion for history, Michael Engelhard surveys the seam that links two neighboring continents through the lens...

"We have just had a severe cold spell with sub-zero temperatures outside. Cold winds blew south from the Arctic circle for several days. Today, I decide to take a walk along the Roman Road path. Much to my delight I see that snowdrops are...

The book uses stories of seniors to illustrate the changes which happen to all our bodies as we age, and discusses the physiology behind these changes. Simplifying complex physiology helps to understand what is going on in our bodies, and how we can realistically...

Strides: reflections on 6 acres takes the reader and viewer on meditative walks through a small plot of New York's Hudson Valley where author Laurence Carr lives. With an eye to detail, these short personal essays and poems explore our relationship with the topography,...

Series description: The colors on Z's planet are fading...fast! Join Z and friends as they explore nature, learning important lessons about themselves, each other and the world around them as we work together to bring color back to Z's planet. Our young storybook characters...

A beautiful coloring book with flower collection. If you enjoy coloring and want to escape the stress of daily life and relax, forgetting your troubles, this book is for you.40 beautiful illustrationsIt's a perfect GIFT for you, your friends and loved ones.Author: My Sweet...

Autobiographical Essays by Tom Cole TABLE OF CONTENTS The Sands of Pima Arroyo How the Cowboys Lost Their Hats Lucky How to Fly An Airplane Yucatan Travel Log Lure Lore Bird Watching in Patagonia, Arizona First and Second Returns to Itasca Third Return to...

The Miniature Black and Tan Terrier - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

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...

In this striking exploration of identity and place, Dalia Al-Dujaili considers what it means to belong in your land. Tracing the rich heritage of both the oak and the date palm, Iraqi marshes and Loch Ness monsters, Al-Dujaili marries Arab and Islamic mythology with...

This book provides a detailed account of the natural and cultural history of the Bermuda Islands. It covers everything from the geology of the islands to the flora and fauna that can be found there. It also includes sketches of the early history of...

Tales from the Lands of Nuts and Grapes (Spanish and Portuguese Folklore), a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this...

Experience the beauty and wonder of Earth's minerals with this comprehensive guide. Robert Philips Greg provides extensive descriptions and images of the mineral specimens found in Great Britain and Ireland. Perfect for amateur and professional mineralogists alike, this book is a valuable resource for...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to identifying and studying common mosses found in the northeastern United States, featuring detailed descriptions, illustrations, and photographs. It offers an accessible and non-technical approach, making it suitable for both amateurs and professionals in the field. The book's...

Sacred Places is a collection of quotations that share wisdom to inspire and soothe, to provoke thoughtful awareness of the world in which we live, and how we want to inhabit the planet. Each quote is paired with a photograph that resonates with the...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

A true story about a waterfall adventure. Color pictures and easy to read. A children's book they will enjoy reading over and overAuthor: Greg ZemlanskyISBN-10: 1536877778ISBN-13: 9781536877779Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/02/2016Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: W. Martin ConwayISBN-10: 1508666873ISBN-13: 9781508666875Publisher: Createspace Independent...

-DISCOVER:: FUN on the lake. This body of water is a true gem. Now you can work your way through the majestic shores that make this lake so special. Fun for all ages. Share the gift of Lake Fun with someone you love today....

"Whether she's writing about the staccato of a hairy woodpecker echoing through the woods, tapping sweet sap from a cluster of maples during a spring sugaring ritual or mourning the loss of her ox, Tolstoy, Joan Donaldson's sensuous prose shimmers and surprises. Her collection...

This is the first book which deals with the economics of diamonds, specifically with the determinants of diamond prices. The period of analysis, 1978-1983, was chosen in order to shed light on the dramatic drop in diamond prices. The dominant variables causing this drop...

Gringo on a Chicken Bus details the unforgettable and delightful experiences of David Koons as he begins the adventure of a lifetime with a move to Central America in 1978 to accept a job as the new assistant director of an archaeological foundation in...

"I retired in 2004 after 35 years of teaching. Rad was already retired and restless to find a place where he could have a horse. ..."From a comfortable suburban setting to a rural Texas farm. And, back. A not-so-young woman less than enthusiastically accompanies...

CELEBRATE NATURE: Enjoy spectacular landscapes from Tenorio Volcano National Park in Costa Rica to Monument Valley in the western USA. Plus the stunning birds Audubon is known for, like a juvenile Amethyst Sunbird perched on a King Protea in South Africa. BEAUTY AND FUNCTION:...

A magnificent crystal identifier profiling over 100 of the earth's most fascinating and beautiful minerals displayed in a spectrum of 20 color bands. Explore the significance of each color ray, and the crystals that it encompasses, along with a factual reference describing the form,...

The Scent Hound Vol. I. - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breeds from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters...

Discover how you can unlock the secret world of monarchs and witness nature's magnificent metamorphosisWhenever you picture a butterfly, chances are, an eye-catching monarch comes to mind... with its vibrant orange wings adorned by intricate ebony veins and milky spots, dancing through the air...

This complete book is the perfect gift for men and women who want to prepare for the worst.This book explains all the materials you need to have in a disaster. Methods and advice to survive. And prepare for the worst. You would become experts...

The book gives a popular description of the cosmogenesis as viewed by the modern science, but with a teleological twist putting homo sapiens into a cosmic perspective. The appearance of human species is considered as a final step in a long succession of events...

What was that? A flash of orange and zip-gone Whatever it was flew so fast, Morgan and Chase couldn't identify it. Summer friends, Jason and Holly, join Morg and Chazey in discovering what the flying critter could possibly be. Together they take on the...

What happened in their garden? Morgan and Chase plan, prepare, and plant; water, watch, and wait. Little seeds sprout . . . and then . . . something destroys all of the tiny seedlings. Find out who or what the alien garden invaders are...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Prideaux John SelbyISBN-10: 1446054780ISBN-13: 9781446054789Publisher:...

The Scent Hound Vol. II. - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breeds from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Roots of American Environmentalism With an Introduction, Notes, and Critical Commentary Roots of American Environmentalism is an anthology that explores the various attitudes toward land and its use from the American colonial period to the end of the nineteenth century. The major focus is...

As a mother, the age of nine is incredible to watch your child grow. This transitional time from young child to big child shows them becoming wiser, needing less supervision, and beginning to develop into who they will become. This is the special age...

Discover the fascinating world of trees with this comprehensive tree identification guide book, combining practical dendrology knowledge with professional tree care techniques. This detailed manual covers essential aspects of tree identification, starting with fundamental dendrology principles including taxonomic classification, morphological characteristics, and distribution patterns...

Author: Angela HardingISBN-10: 1408721937ISBN-13: 9781408721933Publisher: SphereLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/26/2025Pages: 80Format: Hardcover

This charming guide to window gardening offers practical advice on growing plants in small spaces and creating an attractive indoor garden. Written by Frances A. Bardswell in 1905, this book is a delightful reminder of a bygone era when urban gardeners had to make...

The Spectroscope and its Applications is a classic work of scientific literature, written by Norman Lockyer, one of the leading scientists of the Victorian era. The book explains the principles of the spectroscope, an instrument used for analyzing the light emitted by different sources,...

In this fascinating book, Richard Anthony Proctor takes readers on a journey through the stars, explaining the position and movement of the principal star-groups in twelve detailed maps. With clear explanations and beautiful illustrations, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in astronomy...

Experience the healing power of nature and forest bathing at Arcady 5. Children of all ages are invited to turn off Netflix, unplug iPads and the "World Wide Web;" instead, step into the "Wood Wide Web." Follow four little chipmunk friends as they leave...

The publisher is William R. Parks www.wrparks.com For over twenty years Gerry Rising has been writing a weekly "Nature Watch" column for The Buffalo News. This is the second collection of his columns now available in both paperback and eBook formats. Harold Stiver, the...

Originally published 1914. The illustrated contents include: Habits of the Badger - A Badger Dig - Badgers and Mange - In Folklore and Early Literature - The Badger and Sport - Brock's Own Story etc. Many of the earliest natural history books, particularly those...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Transport is a key driver of socioeconomic development, as it allows people to access jobs, markets, social interaction, education, and other services. Thus, enabling people to rise out of poverty and overcome social exclusion. Transport facilitates economic development by adding value to goods brought...

Author: Oein DebhairduinISBN-10: 1916493505ISBN-13: 9781916493506Publisher: Skein PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/03/2025Pages: 158Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.34d