Nature - General

Catriona MacGregor's Secrets of A Celtic Mystic awakens our hearts, minds, and senses to the deep memories of our species, to the poetry of bird song, and to the detailed wonder of planet Earth and its biosphere. Here, the reader will find life-affirming orientations...

After the first Euro-American settlers arrived in Seattle in the 1850s, the surrounding old-growth forests were rapidly harvested for lumber, causing environmental degradation and displacing native peoples. Conflicts about the future of Pacific Northwest forests have continued since then. Only recently have academics, government...

After years of delay, the author finally backpacks the heart of the relatively new Cohos Trail in northern New Hampshire. But the recent deaths of loved ones, insufficient physical training, and his advanced years make a tough hike even tougher. All the same McLaughlin...

This journal keeps track of basic information every gardener needs to know to improve their gardening skills.Plant location, if started from seed versus purchased and from what source. Fertilizing and watering details and if you like the result etc. There is also a space...

According to a 2019 Pew Research Center study, only 35 percent of Americans report a great deal of confidence in scientists to act in the public interest. With Necessary Symbiosis: What Happens When Government and Science Work Together (and When They Don't), scientist Vyshnavi...

Lessons from a Birdbrain combines beginning birdwatching, photography and mindfulness. My hope is readers will encounter a concept or a visual they may have heard or seen before that will resonate differently based on the combination. "When the student is ready, the teacher appears"...

When he came to California and finally settled in San Francisco, John Muir immediately left for a visit to Yosemite, a place he had only read about. Seeing it for the first time, Muir noted that "He was overwhelmed by the landscape, scrambling down...

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This book started out as a collection of handouts that I would give to people taking classes with me. The handouts became manuals, and the manuals became a book. This is that book! I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed writing...

A place that I enjoy going to is the beach.. It is seen as a place of relaxation because it is normally quiet and peaceful there. To look around you and see the beauty of mother nature at it's finest. If you love beaches,...

I Corinthians 1:27 (KJV) states, "But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak, things of the world to confound the things which are mighty." Expressions From My Heart is about the simple...

Nature's Manuscript explores some of the directions in which we may begin to expand our understanding of nature and of the relationship of the human being with nature. Offering glimpses into some of the intricacies that a growing awareness of nature reveal, the author...

The book "" Animals of the Past, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This...

The book "" Anecdotes of the Habits and Instinct of Animals , has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for...

Brief essays by Glenn Alan Cheney, written for The Day and The Norwich Times between January 2020 and August 2021. Cheney discusses wide variety of topics-dogs, skunks, the Pilgrims, submarines, golf, mascots, statues, nature, lawns, election cakes, green burial, alarm clocks, couches, covid, hiccups,...

Under the Stars is an inspirational and immersive call to reconnect with the natural world, showing how we only need to step outside to find that, in darkness, the world lights up.Moonlight, starlight, the ethereal glow of snow in winter...when you flick off a...

Under the Stars is an inspirational and immersive call to reconnect with the natural world, showing how we only need to step outside to find that, in darkness, the world lights up.Moonlight, starlight, the ethereal glow of snow in winter...when you flick off a...

A beautiful blend of creative storytelling and historical exploration of one of the state's beloved waterways, Elkhorn celebrates a gem in the heart of central Kentucky.Author: Richard TaylorISBN-10: 0813187176ISBN-13: 9780813187174Publisher: University Press of KentuckyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/12/2022Pages: 312Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.98w x 0.94d

Between the early seventeenth and the mid-nineteenth century, the field of natural history in Japan separated itself from the discipline of medicine, produced knowledge that questioned the traditional religious and philosophical understandings of the world, developed into a system (called honzogaku) that rivaled Western...

From a small island in the Baltic Sea to the large tropical islands of Borneo and Madagascar, Messages from Islands is a global tour of these natural, water-bound laboratories. In this career-spanning work, Ilkka Hanski draws upon the many islands on which he performed...

Deserts make up a third of the planet's land surface, but if you picture a desert, what comes to mind? A sandy wasteland? A drought-parched dust bowl? An alien landscape devoid of all life forms? In this marvelous Very Short Introduction, geographer and popular...

Vision is the sense by which we and other animals obtain most of our information about the world around us. Darwin appreciated that at first sight it seems absurd that the human eye could have evolved by natural selection. But we now know far...

"The "Cajun Rambeaux" shows true leadership grit in business and in life. Marvin LeBlanc has put together a compelling collection of stories, anecdotes, lessons learned, and inspiring guidelines for overcoming adversity in both business and in life.Not only is Marvin the head of a...

This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted,...

The book "" The Far Horizon "", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This...

Know how to take care of yourself and your loved ones when disaster strikes with these essential survival skills Everything you need for a DIY splint, pain relief, and assuring your long term survival can be found in the great outdoors. Discover what goes...

So you've decided to add a cat to your family? Congrats! Whether you're just starting to browse available cat profiles online or you're on your way to pick up your new furry friend from a reputable breeder, your new pet parenting adventure is just...

Acclaimed cultural geographer Yi-Fu Tuan considers humanity's enduring desire to escape reality-- and embrace alternatives such as love, culture, and DisneyworldIn prehistoric times, our ancestors began building shelters and planting crops in order to escape from nature's harsh realities. Today, we flee urban dangers...

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All booksAuthor: Mike...

G. Kent has spent a lifetime hiking and backpacking throughout the United States, but North Florida is his home stomping ground. In Hiking in North Florida with William Bartram, Volume Two, Kent provides detailed instructions for finding and hiking 25 more of his favorite...

For more than 50 years, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has championed honest and ethical wildlife photography, while pushing the boundaries of artistic freedom, technical skill, and narrative excellence. This powerful collection of pictures features all the winning photographs from the 2015...

Nature lovers will delight in these 31 fun-to-color word designs The distinctive illustrations feature the shapes of plants and animals formed by a variety of descriptive terms. Images include an acorn, butterfly, hummingbird, mushroom, tulip, sunflower, and dozens of other items. Illustrations are printed...

The time is 1 p.m., May 24, 1869. The place: the Green River portage, in present-day Wyoming. The personnel are ten: Major John W. Powell, one-armed Civil War veteran, later head of the U. S. Geological Survey) and nine geologists, geographers, scouts, and adventurers....

Join Russell Dunn as he takes you on a breathtaking trek through Central and Western New York State to some of the most incredible and wondrous natural rock formations that the region has to offer. Featured are the rock cities of southwestern New York,...

This book is really three books in one. It is a guidebook for a walking/cycling route across California that follows John Muir's footsteps from San Francisco to Yosemite via the Pacheco Pass. It is an adventure book, telling the story of Peter and Donna...

The Black Bear is written in two parts. The first part is The Story of Ben which depicts the author's experience of discovering a black bear cub in the wilderness in 1890. The second part discusses the habits and distribution of the Black Bear.Author:...

Arguably America's most famous nonconformist, Thoreau lived at Walden Pond from July 1845 to September 1847, chronicling his experiences there. It was an experiment in living a life unhindered by social trappings and tradition. His work was not widely renowned for years after his...

Experience the adventures of a seasonal ranger at Yosemite National Park. In his lively memoirs, Thomas A. Smith covers the highlights of his life as a seasonal ranger from 1971 through 1988. This book is a fascinating look at the activity that goes on...

This guidebook contains all you need to know about renting a fire lookout in the Pacific Northwest.Author: Tish McFadden, Tom FoleyISBN-10: 0899973841ISBN-13: 9780899973845Publisher: Wilderness PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/13/2005Pages: 196Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.60w x 0.55d

This book is packed full of fun nature activities that will help children engage with the season and learn practical new skills. Activities for summer include growing and cooking fresh herbs, caring for butterflies, activities based around water, fire, earth and air, and working...

Author and explorer Neider writes about his third trip to Antarctica, telling of the beauty of the desolate land, its history, and the current ecological debates surrounding it.Author: Charles NeiderISBN-10: 0815412355ISBN-13: 9780815412359Publisher: Cooper Square PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2002Pages: 408Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.18lbsSize: 8.92h x 6.04w x...

The Shenandoah Valley is famous for its role in Civil War history and for its great natural beauty. But there is something else: it is a tremendous place to fish. Fishing the Shenandoah Valley: An Angler's Guide is the latest stop in author M....

"This extremely informative guide should prove useful even to those well acquainted with the University of Virginia campus. Other visitors to Charlottesville can rely upon it to guide them on a thoughtful inspection of Jefferson's last great architectural work." -- Journal of the Society...

The broad sweep of environmental and ecological history has until now been written and understood in predominantly male terms. In Made From This Earth, Vera Norwood explores the relationship of women to the natural environment through the work of writers, illustrators, landscape and garden...

Native Americans have long survived off the land of Idaho's plains and mountain-lands. The many species of trees, bushes and plants throughout the state have provided them with food, medicine and shelter. Whether for survival, curiosity or just for fun, this book will walk...

Native Americans have long survived off the land of Colorado's plains and mountain-lands. The many species of trees, bushes and plants throughout the state have provided them with food, medicine and shelter. This is a guide for disaster or food shortages and is not...

Each year almost two million visitors come to Mount Rainier National Park. If they don't follow safety warnings, they may find themselves victims of a climbing accident, or face-to-face with a mountain lion, or stuck in the fog and snow on the Muir Snowfield,...

You can find the Ebook at http: //www.smashwords.com/books/view/31179 Everyday life with an African Grey Parrot seen through the humorous and often twisted mind of his owner, Georgi. Her interesting perspectives on animal intellect and unique insights into nature take the reader on a thought...

In Medicinal Plants of the Borderlands: A Bilingual Resource Guide, anthropologist Dr. Antonio "Tony" Zavaleta shares medicinal plant information from his lifetime of experiences with Mexican folk healers known as curandero/a(s). Consulting with their patients, healers issue recetas, handwritten prescribed orders for medicinal plants...

Snow surveyors throughout the world get to see what most of us only dream about: stunning terrain, birdlife and animals rarely seen in lower elevations, and stars that seem close enough to grab. Patrick Armstrong reveals the little-known world of a snow surveyor in...