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A classic country memoir-Hal Borland's masterful story of one year spent immersed in nature on his New England farm After a nearly fatal bout of appendicitis, Hal Borland decided to leave the city behind and move with his wife to a farmhouse in rural Connecticut. Their new home on one hundred acres inspired Borland to return to nature. In this masterpiece of American nature writing, he describes such wonders as the peace of a sky full of stars, the...
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The Salamander King, Book Seven: "Family Comes in all Shapes and Sizes", was published in February of 2024. The theme here is; the importance of family, friends and people who want to help others and ask for nothing in return. A direct continuation of books one thru six, this story has 106 pages, 37 illustrations and follows the two thirteen year olds, Wayne and Becky, as they get involved in lots of new adventures; there are TWO big eggs, Hugh...
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A compilation of the most popular tourist attractions in the Philippines highlighting their natural and cultural beauty and character, favorite cuisine native to the area, sports and activities commonly held, ways and mode of transportation to get there from the capital city of Manila. A guide both local and foreign tourist may find handy and functional.
5) The Zoo Book
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First published in 1926. About the London Zoo, a century ago. Fascinating read. Absolutely astounding how times have changed, totally casual attitude to zoo animals dying during capture and transport. You were allowed to feed the animals. Good photos.
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Get the Summary of Abigail Tucker's The Lion in the Living Room in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Lion in the Living Room" by Abigail Tucker explores the complex history and evolution of domestic cats, tracing their journey from prehistoric predators to beloved household pets. The book delves into the natural history of cats, examining their anatomy, diet, and solitary hunting behaviors that have persisted...
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Animal lovers are captivated by the unconditional love they receive from their animal companions, and give back in return. The marvelous love stories in this book provide insight into the intimacy and joy people and animals can share.This revealing account of extraordinary communication and partnership offers liberating perspectives and life-altering gifts. One gift this book confers is the enjoyment of animals, as well as life in general, on a deeply...
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The African Brown-Headed Parrot is a guide to a relatively rare parrot that some people also keep as pets. From physical descriptions to tips on handling night frights, this book covers all the basics, whether you're new to the world of parrots or a long-time general psittacine fan. (Due to the nature of this publishing format the book does not contain images.)
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At thirty-two, Darla Hillard was working as a secretary, satisfying her love of the outdoors only during vacations. She had no scientific training or obvious qualifications to become a member of the Snow Leopard Project-except for her determination and faith in Rodney Jackson, the wildlife biologist with whom she fell in love. Darla helped Rodney prepare a proposal for the study. It won one of five Rolex Awards for Enterprise, providing the project...
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The Universe we live in is finite, and not only is it expanding, but its rate of expansion is increasing! As at now the edge of the Universe is at more than 13.7 billion light years away! Almost 14 billion years have passed since the creation of this Universe, and man is not aware of what he is nor where he goes!!! The Universe now surpasses 81 billion light years... And the greatest scientist of the 20th century said it was not possible to exceed...
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Excerpt: "The bees know this, and wherever you see the morning-glories you will see their little winged friends Very many flowers provide honey for the insects, and it is fortunate for us that they do; for if they did not, we should see no butterflies and have no honey, for butterflies and bees cannot live without the honey the flowers give them Flower honey has a special name; we often call it nectar, for a good reason which I mean to tell you another...
13) Here. And There
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Here. And there. is a collection of poetry about the interconnectedness of humanity and nature, and the wonders to be found as we step together through life. The poet shares a simple yet fascinating world rich with stories that must be told, lessons that surprise, delight, and invite our attention. Each piece is sparked by curiosity about the rare and the mundane, and imbued with humor, compassion, and commitment to the wellbeing of our fellow travelers....
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This is a short essay on black leopards which the author has seen. Other wild life parks or reserves are described, with particular emphasis on the Kruger National Park. There are over 60 photographs taken in the various parks or reserves, including black leopard, normal leopard, lion and white lion, elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo and other wild life.
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"Alas en el Horizonte: Una Guía Completa para Criar Especies Avícolas" es un libro exhaustivo que aborda todos los aspectos relacionados con la cría de aves de corral. Desde los conceptos básicos hasta las técnicas avanzadas, este libro ofrece una visión completa para aquellos que desean embarcarse en la aventura de la avicultura.En sus páginas, los lectores encontrarán información detallada sobre la selección de especies avícolas adecuadas...
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Information about Golden Retrievers and how to look after them. This dog eBook is 23 pages long with important facts that you need to know, if you want to get a Golden Retriever as a family dog.The topics in this book include:. Grooming. Training tips. Traveling. Choosing the right puppy. Suitable retailers. Medical conditions
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"I cannot say with certainty when I came to love the place that I call 'home'," notes writer James C. Hess, in the introduction to an effort that spans time and space, history and nature. "I can, however, cite reasons for why: It is a wonderful and wondrous place of light and sound at once mysterious and magnificent, savage and pastoral, defined by and recognized for the landscapes and the land, the geological and the geographical, the people, the...
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El libro presenta una visión integral del manejo del medio urbano y la importancia de los aspectos ambientales, que involucra los impactos potenciales, factores de riesgo, condiciones de saneamiento, zonas verdes y la percepción de las poblaciones establecidas en áreas urbanas que son objeto de estudio.
Constituye una herramienta para evaluación de la Calidad Ambiental de los sectores urbanos, facilita el conocimiento de las interdependencias,...
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L'éducation relative à l'environnement se déploie autant au sein des institutions, dont l'école, et des organisations qu'au sein de la mobilisation citoyenne, de l'action sociale et des activités dans la nature. Construit au fil d'un parcours dialogique et collaboratif témoignant de la vitalité de ce domaine, cet ouvrage est une contribution à son patrimoine théorique et pratique.
Il invite, entre autres, le monde de l'éducation, de l'animation,...
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"En las páginas de 'El Caldero Mágico: Recetas y Conjuros para el Alma Creativa', te invito a explorar un rincón encantado donde la cocina se convierte en un arte místico y la magia se mezcla con los sabores. Este libro es un viaje culinario que va más allá de lo ordinario, llevándote de la mano a través de recetas cuidadosamente seleccionadas y conjuros que despiertan la chispa de la creatividad en cada bocado.Aquí, el acto de cocinar se...
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