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260 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
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"A wide-ranging take on why humans have a troubled relationship with being an animal, and why we need a better one Human are the most inquisitive, emotional, imaginative, aggressive, and baffling animals on the planet. But we are also an animal that does not think it is an animal. How well do we really know ourselves? How to Be Animal tells a remarkable story of what it means to be human and argues that at the heart of our existence is a profound...
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Embark on an enlightening journey through the enchanting realms of the world's forests with "Top 100+ Facts about Forests." Delve deep into the heart of these biodiverse ecosystems and uncover a treasure trove of fascinating insights that illuminate the importance, beauty, and intricacies of forests.From the towering canopies of ancient rainforests to the serene tranquility of temperate woodlands, this comprehensive ebook presents an immersive exploration...
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Step into the great outdoors from the comfort of your reading nook with our curated collection of camping eBooks. "Campers Corner: The Ultimate Outdoors Collection" is a handpicked selection that encapsulates the spirit of exploration, the joy of nature, and the thrill of outdoor living. Whether you're a seasoned outdoors enthusiast or a novice camper looking to kindle your passion, this eBook collection offers a diverse array of valuable insights,...
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Dieser Ratgeber ist für alle Pflanzenliebhaber und Gartenbesitzer gedacht, die nicht mehr falsch beraten werden wollen.
20 Jahre als Führungskraft und Mitarbeiter im gärtnerischen Einzelhandel bevollmächtigen mich, Ihnen in den folgenden Kapiteln Dinge aufzuzeigen, die Sie so ganz sicher niemals erwartet hätten. Ich beziehe mich ausschließlich auf das, was ich selbst beim individuellen Einzelhändler kennengelernt habe.
Von mir erhalten Sie...
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Informative conversation between Abebe and Bard AI to to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies and applications of AI for climate change and disaster prevention. The book will cover a range of topics, including:• The challenges and opportunities of using AI in this context• How AI is already being used to address climate change and disasters• How AI is already being used to address climate change and disasters• How AI...
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Bryan "Griz" Feisel offers his second book in the My Way series, Morel Mushroom Hunting My Way. He'll take you into the woods of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa looking for his beauties--the one and only morel. You'll learn how to find good areas suitable for hunting, identify target trees, and how to dress along with harm prevention from poisonous plants and nasty ticks. Come with him on this adventure!
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Tagalog
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Things found in Nature in Filipino?Wonder How They're Pronounced?Enhance your learning experience with our complimentary audio recordings. Follow the link in the book to not only read but also listen and familiarize yourself with authentic Filipino pronunciation.Delight in learning Filipino with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Filipino Names for Things found in Nature.Vibrant Illustrations of Each...
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A soft rain fell overnight, showering the backyard garden. Everything was fresh and clean, sparkling in the morning sunshine.
Mother Nature was planning a fun party. She even spread out a checkered cloth on the grass as she waited for her guests to arrive.
Everyone was having a good time when an unwanted intruder came along.
Did he spoil the party?
Was he invited to stay?
In a fun and whimsical way, this story focuses on backyard animals....
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Excerpt: "The Greek philosophers from Thales to Aristotle, more than two thousand years ago, entertained the notion that all things have been developed from primitive beginnings. This view was shared in the fourth century of the Christian era by St. Augustine, probably the greatest of the church "Fathers." Then came the Dark Age,-an intellectual night of a thousand years-an era when reason and science were buried in the grave of superstition,-and...
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xvii, 151 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
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A Pagan Polemic curates the evolving perspective of Jack Loeffler -- itinerant wanderer, environmental warrior, storyteller, and story collector -- whose true education began when he was marched into the Nevada desert one day at dawn to play "The Stars and Stripes Forever" during an atomic bomb test a scant few miles away. Since that day in 1957, Jack's mission in life has been to record peoples of the borderlands and to bring "indigenous mindedness"...
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xiii, 279 pages : illustrations (black and white), maps ; 24 cm
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The trillions of miles we drive each year are just as destructive to our natural environment as any of the better known threats, such as habitat loss or intensive farming. Traffication does for road traffic what Silent Spring did for agrochemicals: awakening us from our collective road-blindness and opening up a whole new chapter in conservation.
17) Leo on a hike
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 18 cm.
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Leo and his father go on a hike and discover many interesting things along the way.
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xii, 465 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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"A vibrant cultural history investigating the tangled and complex history of pandemics and vaccines, by bestselling author and historian Simon Schama"--Dust jacket flap.
Pandemics have been a constant presence throughout human history, as humans and disease have lived side by side for millennia. Over the centuries, our ability to react to these sweeping killers has evolved, most notably through the development of vaccines. The story of disease eradication...
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Excerpt: "Through the neglect of nature study, the wits of the country child lose just the sharpening they most need, to say nothing of a stimulus and delight which can ill be spared by one whose mental life is apt to be monotonous. The wits of the city child may secure in other ways the sharpening so essential to success in life; yet the training afforded by a logical study of plants, and the pleasure which such a study, rightly directed, is sure...
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Forbidden Creatures: Inside the World of Animal Smuggling and Exotic Pets offers a gripping and eye-opening exploration of the clandestine and dangerous realm of animal trafficking and the insatiable demand for exotic pets. Peter Laufer delves deep into the underbelly of this illicit trade, unveiling the harrowing stories of both the creatures that suffer and the individuals driven by obsession and greed. With a combination of investigative journalism...
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