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Into the Wild - Thomas Docherty
One night Joe leaves his window open and with a swirl of leaves and a flap of feathers, the Wild invites him outside to explore the night-time city. Joe learns that animals and plants can thrive even in the most built-up environment, and that with a bit of imagination, a city can be full of surprises.
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Science in the Wild - Dr. Erica L. Colon
Dive deep into the natural world with this adventure-packed collection of investigations that invites kids to explore engaging science questions through hands-on discovery.Why learn indoors when the wild beckons? While classrooms and online platforms are vital, nothing beats the interaction of nature and science. Science in the Wild isn’t just about learning; It’s a journey to immerse yourself in the natural world, satisfying your curiosity with thrilling investigations like these: Stardust Seekers: Embark on a hunt for micrometeorites, space fragments that regularly fall to Earth.A Gooey Gathering: Use a century-old technique to discover nocturnal arthropod species and their unique behaviors in the dark.Sweet Sinkholes: Build a sinkhole model demonstrating the rapid changes in the Earth’s surface.Squirmy Decisions: Delve into earthworm behavior, observing their interactions in different environments.Minibeast Mansions: Build miniature habitats, understanding animal behavior in intricate ecosystems.Potato Pitfall: Observe creatures that have fallen into your trap of a decomposing potato.Through these and other captivating investigations, you’ll master inquiry skills vital to scientists. From manipulating materials and data collection to deciphering the intricate patterns of the wild, you’ll navigate through real-world experiments just like ecologists, meteorologists, geologists, physicists, and other specialists!Key features include: 52 Experiments: Engage in more than 50 immersive experiments, each designed with an essential question to ignite curiosity and deepen your understanding of the natural world.Instructional Photographs: Step-by-step instructional photographs guide you through each experiment, ensuring clarity and understanding at every stage.Science Breakdown: The investigations wrap up with a science overview, breaking down each activity’s concept and real-world context.Science for All: Explore the vast realm of science across Earth, Life, and Physical Science investigations, offering curious kids opportunities to explore multiple disciplines.Wild Connections: Each investigation or challenge relates to something truly wild, so check out the section labeled “Now, This Is Wild!” to see each wild and relevant connection!Science In The Wild isn’t your average science or nature book; it’s a gateway to the wilderness waiting to be explored as you engage with your world. Join this adventure and prepare to unlock a universe of wonder, excitement, and learning—one that begins as you step out your front door into the WILD!
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Into the Wild - Jon Krakauer
Jon Krakauer s Into the Wild examines the true story of Chris McCandless, a young man who walked deep into the Alaskan wilderness and whose SOS note and emaciated corpse were found four months later.In April 1992, Chris McCandless set off alone into the Alaskan wild. He had given his savings to charity, abandoned his car and his possessions, and burnt the money in his wallet, determined to live a life of independence. Just four months later, Chris was found dead. An SOS note was taped to his makeshift home, an abandoned bus.In piecing together the final travels of this extraordinary young man s life, Jon Krakauer writes about the heart of the wilderness, its terribly beauty and its relentless harshness. Into the Wild is a modern classic of travel writing, and a riveting exploration of what drives some of us to risk more than we can afford to lose.From the author of Under the Banner of Heaven and Into Thin Air. A film adaptation of Into the Wild was directed by Sean Penn and starred Emile Hirsch and Kristen Stewart. It may be nonfiction, but Into the Wild is a mystery of the highest order. â “ Entertainment Weekly
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Hunter Chef in the Wild - Michael Hunter
Seasoned outdoorsman, hunter, and angler Michael Hunter takes readers on his adventures in the wild across North America. In this highly anticipated book, Hunter shares his passion for nature, hunting wild food, and takes cooking outside in over 80 recipes-freshwater fish (bass, trout, walleye, salmon), saltwater fish (tuna, swordfish, halibut, salmon, ling cod), seafood (clams, lobster, octopus, mussels, geoduck), fowl and small game (snow goose, pintail duck, quail, pheasant, rabbit), and large game (bison, wild boar, muskox, elk, deer, bear, beaver), along with vegetables and cocktails and desserts fit for a campfire, including: Grilled Brook Trout; Coho Salmon Candy; Grilled Octopus with Romesco Sauce and Salsa Verde; Smoked Pintail Duck; Hot Rabbit with Braised Collard Greens; Canned Moose Meat; Bear Ragu with Smoked Cheddar Polenta; Birch-Syrup-Glazed Bison Short Ribs; Elk Smash Burgers, and much more. Hunter Chef in the Wild includes a variety of cooking methods-grilling, smoking, spit-roasting-along with instructional guides: How to Cook a Whole Fish, How to Cure Salmon Roe, How to Harvest and Prepare Geoduck, and How to Roast a Pig. Featuring stunning nature photography, Hunter Chef in the Wild is a must-have book for outdoor adventurers and everyone who wants to get outside, cook over fire, and eat wild food.
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The Artist in the Counterculture - Thomas Crow
How Californiaâ ™s counterculture of the 1960s to 1980s profoundly shapedâ ”and was shaped byâ ”West Coast artistsThe 1960s exert a special fascination in modern art. But most accounts miss the defining impact of the periodâ ™s youth culture, largely incubated in California, on artists who came of age in that decade. As their prime exemplar, Bruce Conner, reminisced, â œI did everything that everybody did in 1967 in the Haight-Ashbury. . . . I would take peyote and walk out in the streets.â And he vividly channeled those experiences into his art, while making his mark on every facet of the psychedelic movementâ ”from the mountains of Mexico with Timothy Leary to the rock ballrooms of San Francisco to the gilded excesses of the New Hollywood. In The Artist in the Counterculture, Thomas Crow tells the story of California art from the 1960s to the 1980sâ ”some of the strongest being made anywhere at the timeâ ”and why it cannot be understood apart from the new possibilities of thinking and feeling unleashed by the rebels of the counterculture. Crow reevaluates Conner and other key figuresâ ”from Catholic activist Corita Kent to Black Panther Emory Douglas to ecological witness Bonnie Ora Sherkâ ”as part of a generational cohort galvanized by resistance to war, racial oppression, and environmental degradation. Younger practitioners of performance and installation carried the mindset of rebellion into the 1970s and 1980s, as previously excluded artists of color moved to the forefront in Los Angeles. Mike Kelley, their contemporary, remained unwaveringly true to the late countercultural flowering he had witnessed at the dawn of his career. The result is a major new account of the countercultureâ ™s enduring influence on modern art.
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Even Dogs in the Wild - Ian Rankin
Someone knows where the bodies are buried... Taut, dark and expertly crafted tale [GUARDIAN] from the No.1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES No one in Britain writes better crime novels today Evening StandardRetirement doesn t suit John Rebus. He wasn t made for hobbies, holidays or home improvements. Being a cop is in his blood.So when DI Siobhan Clarke asks for his help on a case, Rebus doesn t need long to consider his options.Clarke s been investigating the death of a senior lawyer whose body was found along with a threatening note. On the other side of Edinburgh, Big Ger Cafferty - Rebus s long-time nemesis - has received an identical note and a bullet through his window.Now it s up to Clarke and Rebus to connect the dots and stop a killer.Even Dogs in the Wild brings back Ian Rankin s greatest characters in a story exploring the darkest corners of our instincts and desires.**** Ian Rankin s EVEN DOGS IN THE WILD was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2nd November 2015
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Out There in the Wild - Nicola Davies, Dom Conlon, James Carter
A stunning poetry book for kids, celebrating the natural world, illustrated by Diana Catchpole. Sometimes a book comes along that stops you in your tracks. It is beautiful, intelligent, accessible, deeply moving. Fantastic writing, fantastic art. A book for everyone. â “ David Almond, author of SkelligOut There in the Wild celebrates our place in nature. It is packed with poems about everything that lives in the the sea and rivers, on land and in the sky. You will meet eagles and skylarks, tigers and elephants, foxes, rabbits and bats, bees and butterflies and many other natural wonders.These beautiful poems written by Nicola Davies, Dom Conlon and James Carter invite you to consider how we are connected to the wild. We are all nature after all.
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The Bushcraft Field Guide to Trapping, Gathering, and Cooking in the Wild - Dave Canterbury
“Practical and sized just right, for places where Google can’t always be summoned. Includes a guide to what’s edible for foragers and key illustrations, in addition to recipes.” —The Washington Post What to eat, where to find it, and how to cook it!Renowned outdoors expert and New York Times bestselling author Dave Canterbury provides you with all you need to know about packing, trapping, and preparing food for your treks and wilderness travels. Whether you re headed out for a day hike or a weeklong expedition, you ll find everything you need to survive--and eat well--out in the wild. Canterbury makes certain you re set by not only teaching you how to hunt and gather, but also giving you recipes to make while on the trail. Complete with illustrations to accompany his instructions and a full-color photo guide of plants to forage and those to avoid, this is the go-to reference to keep in your pack. The Bushcraft Field Guide to Trapping, Gathering, and Cooking in the Wild helps you achieve the full outdoor experience. With it, you ll be prepared to set off on your trip and enjoy living off the land.
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Into the Wild - Erin Hunterová
A rich and exciting feline fantasy world in which epic battles for territory and honour are played out, perfect for fans of Brian Jacquesâ ™ Redwall series.When â ˜kittypetâ ™ Rusty strays into the forest beyond his ownerâ ™s garden and is ambushed by a wild cat, life as he knows it is over.After a brave fight, he is invited to leave the â ˜twolegâ ™ world and join ThunderClan, one of four cat tribes, to train as a warrior.Rusty becomes Firepaw and learns laws of the wild â “ hunting and fighting to protect the clanâ ™s survival.When the fearsome ShadowClan threaten ThunderClanâ ™s territory his warrior skills are put to the test. But how can he protect the clan when he suspects their own deputy of treachery?
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Out in the Wild!: A Graphix Chapters Book (Bug Scouts #1)
From New York Times bestselling illustrator Mike Lowery comes a wild and hilarious Graphix Chapters series featuring the amazing Bug Scouts! Raise your leg or antenna, and make the BUG SCOUT pact: I promise to fly, I promise to crawlOr make a cool web, or roll into a ball.I pledge to be brave and adventurous too.And do all of the things that bugs like to do! Meet Doug, Abby, and Josh: the BUG SCOUTS! Doug and Abby love everything about being Bug Scouts: their super-duper top-secret headquarters, earning bug badges, wearing scout gear, and, of course, snacks. Josh, meanwhile, is a grump and doesnâ ™t like anything (except the snacks). The Bug Scouts begin to work on earning the foraging bug badge, which they can only get if they successfully find an edible plant. Together, they head into the woods in search for adventure and something to eat. But will they be able to avoid the poisonous plants and manage to not get eaten by a clever frog?!With laugh-out-loud humor, puns galore, kid-friendly artwork, and endless heart, Bug Scouts is the perfect early graphic novel series for enthusiasts of Dog Man, Narwhal and Jelly, and CatStronauts. So get on your hiking boots, put on your binoculars, and head into wacky adventures with THE BUG SCOUTS.Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!
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Journeys in the Wild - Gavin Thurston
Modest, down to earth and full of humour, this is one of the best books about filming I ve ever read. MICHAEL PALIN Extraordinary: Gavin s easy prose and gasp-making encounters make for a gripping and very funny read. It s a rollercoaster ride with a complete professional. I loved it. JOANNA LUMLEY [Gavin is] a great cameraman with infinite patience, but also a writer with great powers of observation and expression. Brilliant! ALAN TITCHMARSH_________From Gavin Thurston, the award-winning Blue Planet II and Planet Earth II cameraman with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough comes extraordinary and adventurous true stories of what it takes to track down and film our planet s most captivating creatures.Gavin has been a wildlife photographer for over thirty years. Against a backdrop of modern world history, he s lurked in the shadows of some of the world s remotest places in order to capture footage of the animal kingdom s finest: prides of lions, silverback gorillas, capuchin monkeys, brown bears, grey whales, penguins, mosquitoes - you name it he s filmed it.Come behind the camera and discover the hours spent patiently waiting for the protagonists to appear; the inevitable dangers in the wings and the challenges faced and overcome; and the heart-warming, life-affirming moments the cameras miss as well as capture. What other readers are saying about Journeys in the Wild: It s touching, it s thought provoking and its emotional...Go pick it up. It s an absolute inspiration of a book. Goodreads Full of unbelievable anecdotes from decades of work, some absolutely hilarious, this book left me in complete wonder. Goodreads An amazing read and I would heartily recommend it to everyone I know. Goodreads
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Feminism in the Wild - Ambika Kamath, Melina Packer
How dominant culture—from sexism and homophobia to racism, capitalism, ableism, and more—has limited the science of animal behavior, and how we can free ourselves from these limited perspectives.In Feminism in the Wild, Ambika Kamath and Melina Packer reveal how scientists studying animal behavior have long projected human norms and values onto animals while seeking to understand them. When scientific studies conclude that these norms and values are natural in animals, it makes it easier to think of them as natural in humans too. And because scientists, historically and to this day, largely belong to elite, powerful segments of society, the norms and values embedded in animal behavior science match those of the already powerful. How can animal behavior science escape this trap of naturalizing dominant culture?Drawing from decades of feminist, antiracist, queer, disability justice, and Marxist contributions—including those of biologists—Kamath and Packer break down persistent assumptions in the status quo of animal behavior science and offer a multitude of alternative approaches. Core concepts in animal behavior science and evolutionary biology—from sex categories and sexual selection to fitness, adaptation, biological determinism, and more—are carefully contextualized and critically reexamined. This unique collaboration between an animal behavior scientist and a feminist science studies scholar is an illuminating and hopeful read for anyone who is curious about how animals behave, and anyone who wants to break free from scientific approaches that perpetuate systems of oppression.
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Fifty Things to Do in the Wild - Richard Skrein
**As seen in Sandi Toksvig s new TV series Sandi s Great British Woodland RestorationFifty savvy skills for outdoor adventurers.This trusty guide teaches you all the essential skills you need to survive in the wild, from building a shelter to making a fire. Forest school practitioner Richard Skrein shares his expertise and enthusiasm for the outdoors through easy-to-understand instructions, illustrated with captivating drawings by Maria Nilsson. The book is divided into four main chapters reflecting the elemental skill sets:Earth â “ this chapter focuses on toolcraft, foraging and natural resources. Learn how to make a bow, arrows and a mallet; identify essential plants and trees and their medicinal properties.Air â “ this chapter focuses on shelters, knots, navigation and the sky. Learn the secrets of selecting the perfect wilderness camp; master knots and lashings; and discover how to read natureâ ™s â ˜GPSâ ™.Water â “ this chapter focuses on finding, drinking and using water, fishing and rafts. Learn how to purify water for drinking; suss out the skills needed to fashion a fishing rod; and make a sail for your handmade raft.Fire â “ this chapter focuses on making and using fire and cooking food. Master the art of building a fire, set your own signal fire and build a Swedish fire log.The book also explains the items you need to ensure your rucksack is kitted out with the best equipment for exploring. With extra tips and a rundown of useful tools, youâ ™ll find everything you need to get out there, have an adventure and survive the great outdoors.
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Where The World Turns Wild - Nicola Penfold
Animals, trees, flowers, our city forbids them all...Juniper Greene lives in a walled city from which nature has been banished, following the outbreak of a deadly man-made disease many years earlier. While most people seem content to live in such a cage, she and her little brother Bear have always known about their resistance to the disease, and dream of escaping into the wild. To the one place humans have survived outside of cities. To where their mother is. When scientists discover that the siblings provide the key to fighting the disease, the pair must flee for their lives. As they journey into the unknown, they soon learn that there s cruelty in nature as well as beauty. Will they ever find the home they⠙re searching for? A thrilling and thought-provoking ecological adventure from a fresh new voice in children⠙s fiction. Perfect for fans of THE EXPLORER, THE LAST WILD and THE ISLAND AT THE END OF EVERYTHING. Some books are excellent story-telling, and some books broaden your knowledge and mind, and some just ought to be written and this book is all three. I loved it. ⠓ Hilary McKay, author of THE SKYLARKS WAR WHERE THE WORLD TURNS WILD is a journey between extremes of grey and green, propelled by a bold and timely concept, and written with sharp, intelligent prose. A truly heartfelt and very striking novel. ⠓ Darren Simpson, author of SCAVENGERS A beautiful, memorable story about all the important things ⠓ love, family, loyalty, and courage ⠓ contained inside a brilliant adventure, WHERE THE WORLD TURNS WILD can⠙t fail to enthrall any reader lucky enough to encounter it. ⠓ Sinéad O Hart, author of THE EYE OF THE NORTH and THE STAR-SPUN WEB Wondrous, warm-hearted, wildly exhilarating [⠦] The world is familiar and frightening, the relationships between characters beautifully rendered ⠓ Nicola Penfold is an author to watch. ⠓ Nizrana Farook, author of THE GIRL WHO STOLE AN ELEPHANT This novel packs a powerful punch. It calls on the wild in all of us through the characters of these two brave children. We cannot help being drawn in by their epic struggle. ⠓ Cath Howe, author of ELLA ON THE OUTSIDE It is extraordinary! This compelling book has future classic written all over it! ⠓ Lindsay Galvin, author of THE SECRET DEEP
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The Girls in the Wild Fig Tree - Nice Leng
A real hero looks like Nice Leng ete . . . [An] elegant and inspiring memoir New York Times Nice Leng`ete was raised in a Maasai village in Kenya. In 1998, when Nice was six, her parents fell sick and died, and Nice and her sister Soila were taken in by their father s brother, who had little interest in the girls beyond what their dowries might fetch. Fearing the cut (female genital mutilation, a painful and sometimes deadly ritualistic surgery), which was the fate of all Maasai women, Nice and Soila climbed a tree to hide.Nice hoped to find a way to avoid the cut forever, but Soila understood it would be impossible. But maybe if one of the sisters submitted, the other would be spared. After Soila chose to undergo the surgery, sacrificing herself to save Nice, their lives diverged. Soila married, dropped out of school, and had children -- all in her teenage years -- while Nice postponed receiving the cut, continued her education, and became the first in her family to attend college.Supported by Amref, Nice used visits home to set an example for what an uncut Maasai woman can achieve. Other women listened, and the elders finally saw the value of intact, educated girls as the way of the future. The village has since ended FGM entirely, and Nice continues the fight to end FGM throughout Africa and the world.Nice s journey from heartbroken child and community outcast, to leader of the Maasai is an inspiration and a reminder that one person can change the world -- and every girl is worth saving.
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Exploring Nature: Wolves - Life in the Wild - Dr Jen Green
In-depth coverage of all aspects of the lives of wolves and wild dogs, from rearing young to survival tactics #39; perfect for 8- 12-year-olds at home or school. ,
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Alone in the Wild - Jarred Lujan
A cyclist wanders away from his bike in Australia’s Great Sandy Desert. A fisherman loses his way in the Sierra Nevada mountains. A camper falls off a cliff in Mount Hood National Forest. These remarkable true tales could have ended in tragedy... but they didn’t! What happened to three people who found themselves stuck in the wilderness? And how did they survive to tell their tales? Young readers will find out in this easy-to-read hi-lo graphic novel that will keep them on the edge of their seats!
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Zebras in the City - Thomas van Oostrum
A silly seek-and-find book, with surprises or games on every page. For detectives with a sense of humor ages 5 years and up.Look over there! Is that a roundabout or a midway ride? And what kind of paper airplane flies with passengers? WilliamÂ’s city is anything but typical. Everywhere you look, youÂ’ll discover another surprise! Walk with William and youÂ’ll spot lots of whacky situations along the way. Can you find them all?From home to school, this book is a versatile companion for playful learning, expertly crafted by an author attuned to children s educational needs. Whether enjoyed solo or with friends, each page invites exploration and discovery, sparking lively conversations and igniting imaginations. With its abundance of fun activities and clear, humorous images, Is That Possible? Zebras in the City promises plenty of value in one entertaining package.
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Scientists in the Wild: Antarctica - Dr Helen Scales, Dr Katharine Hendry
Take a deep dive into the science surrounding the Antarctic, revealing how scientists work in remote, challenging places, armed with cutting edge research tools and technologies.
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My First Pop-Up and Play: In The Wild - Sophie Giles
Packed with fantastic fun and sturdy, colourful pop-ups, this First Pop-up and Play Book is a perfect introduction to favourite animals. With easy, rhyming text, and interactive play prompts, thereâ ™s lots to learn and enjoy as you discover all about the animals in the world around us. The pop-up and mirror feature engage and entertain, while the play elements add extra fun, and another dimension to the reading experience.
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SAS Survival Guide: How to Survive in the Wild, on Land or Sea (0008133786)
Kniha - autor John 'Lofty' Wiseman, 384 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná The original survival guide for any situation in every climate. Now includes added techniques for handling urban dangers, and for self-defence.
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What Can I See in the Wild - Annabel Griffin
A treasure-trove exploration of the sun-baked deserts, untamed rainforests, undersea worlds and the frozen polar regions. We share our delicately balanced planet with some awesome creatures and plant-life. Fascinating facts and an animal to find on every page engages and entertains.
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Brilliant Maps in the Wild - Mike Higgins
From the publishers of Brilliant Maps, here is a cartographic journey through our planet s weirdest and most wonderful phenomena.
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Brilliant Maps in the Wild - Mike Higgins
From the publishers of Brilliant Maps, here is a cartographic journey through our planet s weirdest and most wonderful phenomena.
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Wild Woman - Forrester Philippa
An engaging blend of conservation stories and humorous, personal anecdotes from Philippa Forrester about women who, like her, choose to live and work in the wild.In Wild Woman, Philippa Forrester considers the grit and determination required for women to maintain connections to wildlife and succeed in the traditionally male-dominated fields of conservation and environmental biology. She shares stories of female conservation heroes and other extraordinary wild women working in nature and investigates the ways in which the natural world is a vital medicine for our mental health.Talking to women from around the world, Philippa studies and celebrates what it means to be a wild woman. From the sixteenth-century botanist who was the first woman to circumnavigate the globe to modern-day women responding to bear attacks in Yellowstone, working to rewild reserves in South Africa, photographing Caribou in the Arctic and more, Philippa examines how these women benefit from a life spent in the wilderness and also considers what the natural world gains from them.Relating some of her own experiences from three decades spent travelling around the world and working in some of the wildest places on Earth, Philippa asks: what does it take for a woman to live or work in the wild? Deeply personal and poignant BBC Countryfile
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How to Wild Swim - Ella Foote
The manual every amateur wild swimmer needs to read before diving in.Whether you want to explore remote beaches and mountain lochs, improve your confidence in open water, refine your swimming technique, or have a race or long-distance swim challenge coming up, How to Wild Swim offers the perfect practical foundation to help you find your perfect adventure and achieve your goal.This body conditioning sport is praised for not only making us stronger and healthier but also happier too. Wetsuits are optional, in fact no expensive gear is essential. Nailing the how-to, however, is key. Expert wild swimmer Ella Foote offers the ultimate guide to mastering the practicalities and techniques, and answers your most frequently asked questions so that you can feel safe, have fun, and re-energize.So no matter what your goal - short wild swims and weekend breaks, to full adventure swimming expeditions and off-grid holidays - dive right in and submerge yourself in the wild, watery pages of this fearless book.
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Color Me Wild West - Editors of Cider Mill Press
Saddle up and bring the spirit of the frontier to your fingertips with Color Me Wild West.Step into a thrilling world where legendary outlaws, fearless sheriffs, high-noon showdowns, and peaceful prairie landscapes await your artistic touch. Each carefully crafted illustration captures the heart and soul of Western life, promising hours of imaginative fun for cowboys and cowgirls of all ages.Color Me Wild West includes:50 coloring pages to help you unwind Designs suitable for all skill levelsOne-sided pages so your art doesn’t bleed through to the other side? Grab your colored pencils, put on your cowboy hat, and saddle up for a vibrant escapade into the Wild West. Let your creativity roam free!
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WILD - Sam Usher
Grandad and Boy look after a cat for a friend. And then it runs off into the wild, leading Grandad and Boy into a wild jungle fantasy adventure of their own. The second title in Sam Usher s new quartet of books where a boy and his grandad explore the natural world.
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Wild Dyeing - Celine Philippe
This book is an artfully presented resource for enthusiasts and crafters seeking authoritative information about the natural dyeing process from sourcing plants, extracting dyes, and materials to use.For those wishing to make their own dyes for decorating fabrics and textiles, upcycling clothes, creating their own color combinations, or relying upon natural methods, this book provides a step-by-step introduction to making colorful, natural dyes from plants and organic materials, whether collected in the wild or cultivated in the garden. The formulas, methods, and natural secrets are accompanied by idyllic photographs making this practical book a source of lifestyle inspiration.Every technique is 100% environmentally friendly, and every detail is covered including the history of dyeing; foraging for wild plant material; dye plants in the garden; proper materials and methods; matching fiber to the right dye; special techniques for hemp, linen, cotton, and even food; and testing for color fastness. Also included are sample projects. Mastering the art of using plant-based dyes will provide years of inspiration for a range of projects from upcycling old garments to designing beautiful new creations.Having exchanged harried city life for a return to a “slow life” in the countryside, Ce´line Philippe shares her eco-friendly approach to dyeing and working with textiles and her renewed relationship with nature.
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Weirdo Goes Wild - Nick Laird, Zadie Smithová
A warm and endearing story about the quiet power of being yourself from Zadie Smith, Nick Laird and Magenta Fox. Maud - a judo-suit wearing guinea pig and proud weirdo - is off into the wild, as is Kit, her owner. Both are slightly nervous about what they ll find in the great outdoors, but with a pinch of bravery - and a few Signature Moves - they ll make new friends and explore new worlds. Praise for Weirdo: A sweet, tightly written tale about the benefits of not fitting in, cheered on by Magenta Fox s gorgeous illustrations The Timesâ ™ Best Childrenâ ™s Books for Summer 2021 As cockle-warming as a cuddle from a favourite pet, Weirdo ought to be a smash hit Observer it s delightful the i
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Wild - Jack Ashby
Explore the rich diversity of the animal kingdom!Meet dozens of creatures with extraordinary abilities, then understand how they have adapted to thrive in the wild. Discover the endless teeth of a great white shark, learn how bats can see in the dark and understand why gentoo penguins are so cleverly coloured. Written by award-winning zoology writer Jack Ashby and illustrated by the inimitable Sara Boccaccini Meadows, this is a book bursting with life like no other.Discover more in the series:Glow: A child s guide to the night sky.Grow: A child s guide to plants and how to grow them.Fly: A child s guide to birds and where to spot them.
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Weirdo Goes Wild - Nick Laird, Zadie Smithová
One of the Observer s Best Childrenâ ™s Books of 2024A warm and endearing story about the quiet power of being yourself from Zadie Smith, Nick Laird and Magenta Fox. Maud - a judo-suit wearing guinea pig and proud weirdo - is off into the wild, as is Kit, her owner. Both are slightly nervous about what they ll find in the great outdoors, but with a pinch of bravery - and a few Signature Moves - they ll make new friends and explore new worlds.Praise for Weirdo: A sweet, tightly written tale about the benefits of not fitting in, cheered on by Magenta Fox s gorgeous illustrations The Timesâ ™ Best Childrenâ ™s Books for Summer 2021 As cockle-warming as a cuddle from a favourite pet, Weirdo ought to be a smash hit Observer it s delightful the i
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Fox - Isabel Thomas
*WINNER of the 2023 AAAS/Subaru SB F prize for Excellence in Science Books* This is the perfect book for talking to children about death â “ The GuardianIn the frost-covered forest of early spring, fox is on a mission to find food for her three cubs. As they grow, she teaches them how to survive in the wild. Until one day, fox dies. Her body goes back to earth and grass and air, nourishing the world around her and bringing the forest to life. Death is not just an end, itâ ™s also a beginning.Bringing together an evocative non-fiction narrative with breathtaking illustrations, Fox is a story that tackles the big question What happens when we die? and shows children that death is a natural process that leads to new life, and is no less important and awe-inspiring than any other part of our existence.PRAISE FOR MOTH: AN EVOLUTION STORY A rare pleasure â ¦ a true story of adaptation and hope. â “ Wall Street Journal
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The Beauty of the Netherlands - Albert Dros
The most beautiful landscape photos of the Netherlands by Albert Dros Albert Dros is an internationally respected landscape photographer with 628K followers on Instagram From most expansive landscapes to macro photography Impressive gift book for any photography enthusiast Albert Dros has a passion for landscape photography. Although he travels the world in search of the most beautiful images, the Netherlands is still his favorite subject. After all these years, Albert has created extremely atmospheric, colorful and almost romantic photographs of the Netherlands. His dream images in this book show everything that makes the Netherlands the Netherlands: from tulips to windmills, from purple moors to vast river landscapes and from picturesque towns to animals in meadows and in the wild. The Beauty of the Netherlands is the result of ten years of craftsmanship by an internationally renowned photographer who captures a Netherlands that few people will ever see with their own eyes.
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The Lovers - Paolo Cognetti
From the author of international bestseller The Eight Mountains comes a story of love and community in the wild beauty of the Italian AlpsThe remote alpine village of Fontana Fredda lives by the seasons. These quiet, complex rhythms appeal to Fausto, who has left the city of Milan behind, and with it his relationship. He takes a job as chef in a little restaurant and entrusts himself to new beginnings.Silvia is also seeking change: her sights are on the glaciers where, she has read, climbing a thousand metres towards the sky is equivalent to travelling ten times the same distance to the north. She is in search of her personal North Pole. When Fausto and Silvia meet one night, their story begins: a tender story of love and renewal; of the community that sustains them; and of lives humbled by the implacable strength and beauty of the mountains.As intimate in focus as it is epic in scope, The Lovers is a luminous meditation on our quest to understand our place in one another s lives, and in the magnificence of the world around us.
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The Hen Who Dreamed she Could Fly - Hwang Sun-Mi
This is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wild-and to hatch an egg of her own. An anthem for individuality and motherhood, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly has captivated millions of readers in Korea. Now the novel is making its way around the world, where it has the potential to inspire generations of readers the way Jonathan Livingston Seagull or The Alchemist have. And with Nomoco s evocative illustrations throughout, this first English-language edition beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.
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The Dinosaurs Rediscovered - Michael Benton
If you want to know how we know what we know about dinosaurs, read this book! Steve Brusatte I defy anyone who is, like me, a non-scientist to read it and not feel a sense of wonder Tom Holland, GuardianStartling new fossil finds are the lifeblood of modern palaeobiology. Giant sauropod dinosaur skeletons from Patagonia, dinosaurs with feathers from China, and even a tiny dinosaur tail in Burmese amber - complete down to every detail of its filament-like feathers, skin, bones and mummified tail muscles - inspire awe in a global audience enthralled by the idea of these great creatures walking the earth. Dinosaurs are of perennial interest to all ages, as illustrated by the huge range of dino-themed films, books and live attractions, from the enduring popularity of the Jurassic Park franchise to the success of London s immersive Dinosaurs in the Wild experience.In the past twenty years, dinosaur study has changed from natural history to testable science. New technologies have revealed secrets locked in the bones in a way nobody predicted - we can now work out the colour of dinosaurs, their bite forces, speeds and parental care as well as how they came to die out.This groundbreaking book illustrates how science has replaced speculation and how our understanding of dinosaurs and their world hascompletely changed. The subject has never been so vigorous, has never changed so fast, and has never been so attractive to so many.
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The Once and Future Witches - Alix E. Harrowová
Glorious . . . a tale that will sweep you away Yangsze Choo, New York Times bestselling author of The Night Tiger A gorgeous and thrilling paean to the ferocious power of women Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Strange the Dreamer In 1893, there s no such thing as witches. There used to be, in the wild, dark days before the burnings began, but now witching is nothing but tidy charms and nursery rhymes. If the modern woman wants any measure of power, she must find it at the ballot box. But when the three Eastwood sisters join the suffragists of New Salem, they begin to pursue the forgotten ways that might turn the women s movement into the witch s movement. Stalked by shadows and sickness, hunted by forces who will not suffer a witch to vote - and perhaps not even to live - the sisters must delve into the oldest magics, draw new alliances, and heal the bond between them if they want to survive. There s no such thing as witches. But there will be. Praise for The Once and Future Witches: A brilliant dazzle of a book . . . I devoured it in enormous gulps, and utterly loved it Kat Howard, author of The Unkindness of Ghosts Compelling, exhilarating and magical - a must-read Booklist (starred review) Delightful . . . a tale of women s battle for equality, of fairy tales twisted into wonderfully witchy spells, of magics both large and small, and history re-imagined Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches A love letter to folklore and the rebellious women of history Publishers Weekly A breathtaking book - brilliant and raw and dark and complicated Sarah Gailey, author of Magic for Liars
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One of the Girls - Lucy Clarkeová
*The thrilling new novel from Lucy Clarke, THE SURF HOUSE, is available to buy now*â ˜Brimming with tensionâ ™ CLARE MACKINTOSHâ ˜Talk about twists and turnsâ ™ EMMA STONEXâ ˜Utterly addictive . . . her best yetâ ™ ERIN KELLYâ ˜The perfect holiday readâ ™ CLAIRE DOUGLASWE WERE DYING FOR A HOLIDAYThe six of us arrived on that beautiful Greek island dreaming of sun-drenched beaches and blood orange sunsets, ready to lose ourselves in the wild freedom of a weekend away with friends.On the first night we swam under a blanket of stars.On the second night the games began on our clifftop terrace.On the third night the idyll cracked, secrets and lies whispering on the breeze.And by the final night there was a body on the rocks below . . .WHO WOULD KILL FOR IT?_________________________________________________________________What readers are saying about One of the Girls:â ˜If you are looking for a sun-soaked, fast-paced, keep-you-up-till-the-early-hours thriller for summer 2022 then my god this is it!â ™ ââââââ ˜I loved this, a thrilling murder mystery read about friendship, love, deception, lies and secretsâ ™ââââââ ˜Absolutely gripping, a perfect summer readâ ™ ââââââ ˜This was an absolutely delicious read that grabbed me from the get-goâ ™ âââââ The ending, and the revelations leading up to it, blew me awayâ ™ ââââââ ˜WHAT A READ! . . . I was whizzing through the pages just to find out anything outâ ™ ââââââ ˜Unputdownable! The ideal holiday readâ ™âââââ
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Respect the Insect - Jules Howard
Find out the real story about the bugs all around us. Creepy crawlies do so much for us! They make honey, eat waste, help make chocolate and more. And in this wacky book, these helpful critters are taking you on a grand tour of their homes! They just can’t wait to tell you about all the good they do. They’ll show you the special skills and features they have, explain why they’re so important to the ecosystem, and generally make their case for why they deserve a little more credit. You’ll meet: the flesh-eating beetles who may sound creepy but are just misunderstood. In fact, they help museum staff clean up old specimens, and out in the wild, they make sure the world’s forest floors aren’t littered with dead creatures, saving us from very gruesome woodland walksthe midges who are one of the only bugs able to pollinate cacao plants, and without whom there would be no chocolate!the wax moth caterpillars—one of the first species known to be able to safely digest plastic, who could hold the key to reducing this tough-to-break-down material And many, many more! Without insects like the ones in this book, we wouldn t be here, but they are disappearing fast. This book introduces young readers to a loveable bunch of bugs, encouraging a new generation of mini-beast protectors. Support your child’s learning and gently introduce them to environmental issues with this colourful and fun book that’s packed with fascinating facts.
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Lonely Planet The Tree Atlas - Lonely Planet, Matthew Collins
â œPerfectâ - The Independentâ œthis beautiful atlas will be the perfect addition to any coffee tableâ - Better Homes GardensIntroducing 50 of the world s most magnificent trees for travellers and nature lovers to enjoy from the comfort of an armchair or to seek and behold in the wild.Whether taking in the beautiful cherry blossoms of Japan or a beech forest s seasonal hues in France, The Tree Atlas is the ultimate guide to discovering our planet s most amazing species of tree, as well as better understanding their role in our ever changing ecosystem, and appreciating the restorative effects of visiting these natural wonders in the flesh.Inside The Tree Atlas:50 amazing trees from around the world presented alongside exquisite photography and handy locator mapsKnowledgeable sidebar provides key vitals for each tree including its lifespan, environmental status, and height, plus tips to help you identify each speciesPractical advice on how to see each tree in the wild including where and when to goExpert authors including Matt Collins: head gardener of London s Garden Museum; and Thomas Rutter: horticulturalist and garden writer, offer fascinating insight into each tree s story and what makes it so unique and specialBeautiful bespoke illustrations throughout by Holly Exley Featured trees include: Africa and the Middle East - Carob Tree; Quiver Tree; Dragon s Blood Tree; The Americas - Sugar Maple; Monkey Puzzle, Jacaranda; Asia - Black Mulberry; Coconut Palm; Ginkgo; Europe - Silver Birch; Olive; Almond; Oceania - Karri; Rainbow Eucalyptus; Moreton Bay Fig; and many more Enjoy the calming company of trees in this inspirational guide, which makes the perfect gift or self-purchase treat for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
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The Mountain Crown - Karin Lowachee
An epic dragon-rider quest where Empress of Salt and Fortune meets TemeraireMéka must capture a king dragon, or die trying. War between the island states of Kattaka and Mazemoor has left no one unscathed. Méka’s nomadic people, the Ba’Suon, were driven from their homeland by the Kattakans. Those who remained were forced to live under the Kattakan yoke, to serve their greed for gold alongside the dragons with whom the Ba’Suon share an empathic connection. A decade later and under a fragile truce, Méka returns home from her exile for an ancient, necessary rite: gathering a king dragon of the Crown Mountains to maintain balance in the wild country. But Méka’s act of compassion toward an imprisoned dragon and Lilley, a Kattakan veteran of the war, soon draws the ire of the imperialistic authorities. They order the unwelcome addition of an enigmatic Ba’Suon traitor named Raka to accompany Méka and Lilley to the mountains. The journey is filled with dangers both within and without. As conflict threatens to reignite, the survival of the Ba’Suon people, their dragons, and the land itself will depend on the decisions – defiant or compliant – that Méka and her companions choose to make. But not even Méka, kin to the great dragons of the North, can anticipate the depth of the consequences to her world.
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The Sleepwalkers - Scarlett Thomasová
Still reeling from the chaos of their wedding, Evelyn and Richard arrive on an idyllic Greek island for their honeymoon. It’s the end of the season and out at sea a storm is brewing.They check in to an exclusive hotel, the Villa Rosa, where the proprietor Isabella — a strangely intense woman of indeterminate accent — flirts outrageously with Richard while treating Evelyn with a rudeness bordering on contempt. Isabella tells them the story of the sleepwalkers : a couple who stayed at the hotel the year before and drowned in a tragic and unexplained accident. It starts to feel like the entire island is obsessed with the sleepwalkers , but what at first seems like a fun tale to tell before bed quickly evolves into a living nightmare.Caught in a web of deception and intrigue, where nothing and nobody are quite what they seem, Evelyn and Richard discover that their island paradise may in fact be hell on earth and that their only means of escape is to confront dark truths about themselves and those they love.Exhilarating, suspenseful, and subversively funny, in The Sleepwalkers Thomas takes elements of Daphne Du Maurier and Patricia Highsmith and blends them with her own unique sensibility to create an unforgettable thriller of rare intelligence that cements her reputation as the most exciting and original author of her generation.
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The Modern Huntsman Cookbook - The Editors of Modern Huntsman Magazine
A vividly photographed and illustrated celebration of the natural world and contemporary hunting practices, this wildly inspired cookbook features provocative essays and fifty recipes from a dozen hunters and conservationists around the globe.Blending authentic storytelling with stunning visuals and recipes, The Modern Huntsman Cookbook will pull you from your kitchen out into the wild. This isn’t just a collection of dishes but an exploration of our connection to the land and passion for the beauty and sanctity of nature, brought to you by the team behind Modern Huntsman Magazine. Including personal recipes and literary essays from world-renowned chefs and writers, this book inspires and educates home cooks on the game we hunt and the food we eat, both wild and domesticated.You ll hear from fisher and chef Nelly Hand, who grew up on the Alaskan seashore and has a lifetime’s worth of experience making simple, fresh meals cooking with what s on hand. She makes Pickled Wild Salmon to preserve her catch for just a bit longer and Cast Iron Campfire Spot Prawns for a simple dinner on the beach. Celebrity chef Eduardo Garcia delves into how cooking is the ultimate act of caring: for yourself, your family, and your environment. He shares how he uses the whole animal by making Bison Stock and relishes in the nobility of the honeybee and its role in our ecosystem in his Pollinator Ice Cream. And writer and environmental activist Rick Bass meditates on what we owe nature, which has given us life itself.Filled with ways to incorporate more game into your diet and including options to create these dishes even when you don t have the wild ingredients on hand, The Modern Huntsman Cookbook connects you to recipes that bring nature to your plate.
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The Great Passion - Mr James Runcie
A SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR_______________ A masterpiece SCOTSMAN A wise, refreshing novel ... Runcie has an expert imagination HILARY MANTELâ ˜A masterclass in writing about the power of music and griefâ ™ THE TIMES, 100 best books for summer 2022_______________Love and Death. Grief and Joy. Music that lasts forever. Leipzig, 1726. Eleven-year-old Stefan Silbermann has just lost his mother. Sent to Leipzig to train as a singer in the St Thomas Church choir, he is rescued from his homesickness and grief by the Cantor: Johann Sebastian Bach himself. Stefan is brought into the Bach household as an apprentice - until a devastating loss brings his period of sanctuary to a close. Something is happening, though. In the depths of his loss, the Cantor is writing a new work. As Stefan watches the work rehearsed, he realises he is witness to the creation of one of the most extraordinary pieces of music that has ever been written. _______________â ˜Brilliant ... Readers will be enriched by this novel and its glimpse at geniusâ ™ The Times, Historical Fiction of the Monthâ ˜Warmly, reverently, Runcie brings alive what it is like to take part, for the very first time, in one of the most extraordinary pieces of music ever writtenâ ™ Daily Telegraph_______________
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The Orchid Outlaw - Ben Jacob
LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINRIGHT PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARD A daring, delightful and galvanising call to save the world, one plant at a time Bookseller, Editor s ChoiceTEN YEARS AGO, BEN JACOB TURNED OUTLAW TO SAVE OUR RAREST FLOWERS. THIS IS HIS STORY.Obsessed by orchids since childhood, Ben spent years travelling to far-flung jungles to see them in the wild. Then a chance encounter set him off on a journey of discovery into the wonderful, but often forgotten, world of Britain s fifty-one native species. These include the Bee which looks (and smells) so much like one that even bees are fooled, the Ghost which exists without sunlight, and Autumn Lady s Tresses which gave Darwin the proof he needed for his theory of evolution.But our orchids are in desperate trouble. Many species are facing extinction. Decimated by changes in land use and climate, inadequately protected by environmental and planning laws, their habitats are disappearing fast. Determined to act before it was too late, Ben broke into building sites in the dead of night to rescue threatened plants, and turned his kitchen into a laboratory, his fridge into storage for hundreds of baby orchids, and his back yard into a plantation. But doing all that put him on the wrong side of the law. . . At once a memoir, a natural history, and an inspiring call to action, reintroducing us to Britain s most endangered flowers, The Orchid Outlaw shows us how we can all save the world, one plant at a time.
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The Sacred Mushroom - Andrija Puharich
A new edition of the psychedelic classic• Shares the author’s research on extrasensory perception (ESP) and the psychic effects of hallucinogenic mushrooms• Describes ancient Egyptian spiritual practices centered on Amanita muscaria (fly agaric) mushrooms• Details the author’s research work with R. Gordon Wasson and his experiments with Aldous Huxley and famed psychic Peter HurkosIn 1954, neurologist Andrija Puharich, M.D., receives a call from a wealthy supporter of his lab about an unusual subject worthy of further research: Harry Stone, a young sculptor with unusually acute extrasensory perception. When handed an ancient Egyptian artifact, Harry had fallen into a deep trance, drawing hieroglyphic symbols, including mushrooms, and using ancient Egyptian phrases to describe a drug that can enhance psychic abilities.Intrigued, Dr. Puharich studies Harry’s trance-induced statements and discovers that they are clearly describing ancient spiritual practices involving Amanita muscaria (fly agaric) mushrooms. He begins direct investigations with Harry at his lab in Maine, learning more about the use and preparation of the sacred mushroom as well as about astral travel and past lives. Dr. Puharich shares his research with ethnomycologist R. Gordon Wasson, who is about to travel to Mexico on a CIA-funded research trip, and the two researchers agree to test telepathic communications between the lab in Maine and a Mexican curandero. The results of the psychic experiment lead Puharich to discover Amanita muscaria growing in the wild near his research facility.Now with a supply of the sacred mushroom, Dr. Puharich begins to study its psychic and visionary potential and the veracity of Harry Stone’s channeled Egyptian statements. He studies the effects of Amanita muscaria not only on Harry, but also on famed psychic Peter Hurkos and other visitors to his lab, including Aldous Huxley. This book reveals all the details of that story in this new edition of the psychedelic classic. It also includes an in-depth introduction by psychedelic historian P. D. Newman.
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The Listeners - Maggie Stiefvaterová
A beguiling, powerful and heartbreaking novel from an exceptional voice in fiction, The Listeners is the story of ordinary people thrown together in extraordinary circumstances, and the things we do to survive. Cinematic and so very satisfying... a phenomenally immersive read Claire Lombardo An ambitious work that brings its setting and its large ensemble of characters vividly to life Sunday Times Funny and imaginative with real emotional heft... if this novel is not feted as one of the best novels of 2025, I ll eat my hat Irish IndependentShe still recalled the first time she saw the Avallon. It called to her; she listened...The Avallon Hotel offers unrivalled luxury in the wild Appalachian Mountains, its curative sweetwater washing away the troubles of high society. June Hoss Hudson, a local girl turned general manager, has known its power since she first stepped through the century-old doors - and into the fold of the Gilfoyle family, the hotel s aristocratic owners.But in 1942, the real world intrudes. War comes to the Avallon dressed in fine furs and government suits. Under the State Department s watchful eye, the Gilfoyle heir welcomes three hundred enemy diplomats and Nazi sympathisers. And June must play host.As dark alliances and unexpected desires crack the Avallon s polished veneer, not every guest is who they seem. Not least Agent Tucker Minnick, listening for secrets through the hotel walls, whose coal tattoo threatens to betray his past and undo June. And more troubling is the secret she has guarded for years - that the mountain waters can harm as much as heal...The extraordinary, genre-defying debut adult novel by the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author. A marvel of storytelling Chris Whitaker Around every corner of this richly imagined world, we discover some new wonder New York Times A marvel: strange, witty, moving, exuberant... at once gloriously extravagant and perfectly poised Robert Macfarlane***READER REVIEWS*** I have not stopped thinking about it ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ It feels like the kind of story that becomes a classic ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ A hauntingly beautiful read ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ I wonder if Maggie Stiefvater would have ever suspected how well timed this book release would be. History tends to rhyme, after all ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ A beautiful story about the human condition ⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐
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The Push - Tommy Caldwell
THE STORY BEHIND THE HARDEST CLIMB IN HISTORY ACCLAIMED DOCUMENTARY DAWN WALL Heart-stopping, absorbing Daily Mail The most daring free climber on the planet The Times__________ In 2015, climber Tommy Caldwell took on the hardest challenge of his life, spending 19 days freeclimbing Yosemite s vertical, 3000-foot Dawn Wall - regarded as the most difficult climb in history and a route nobody had ever done before. This odds-defying feat was the culmination of seven years planning and a lifetime of determination. Here, he recounts how he got there, the falls and setbacks - being held hostage, losing his index finger, the break-up of his marriage - the summits conquered and the fears overcome. Fans of Free Solo and Dawn Wall, and climbers and non-climbers alike, will be gripped by this story of drive, focus and achieving the impossible. __________ The Push is not simply a book about rock climbing Guardian Probably the greatest living athlete most people have never heard of Telegraph Arguably the best all-round rock climber on the planet National Geographic A real page-turner . . . captivating and deeply moving Climb magazine Captivating and unfailingly honest Jon Krakauer, author of Into the Wild and Into Thin Air
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The House Without Windows - Barbara Newhall Follett
An enchanting book. These pages simply quiver with the beauty, happiness and vigour of forests, seas and mountains . . . I can safely promise joy to any reader of it. Perfection Eleanor Farjeon, Winner of the Carnegie Medal and The Hans Christian Andersen AwardDiscover this extraordinary lost classic of nature writing - a fable about wildness and the desire to escape - beautifully illustrated by beloved artist and The Lost Words creator Jackie Morris Miraculous - a fearless odyssey into a dreamtime of wildness and enchantment. Gloriously illuminated by Jackie Morris s moving art, this is a work of strange power for our own bewildered times Nick DrakeLittle Eepersip doesn t want to live in a house with doors and windows and a roof, so she runs away to live in the wild - first in the Meadow, then by the Sea, and finally in the Mountain. Her heartbroken parents follow her at first, bringing her back home to safety and locking her up in the stifling square of the house. But she slips away once more, following her wild heart out of the door and far away...Barbara Newhall Follett was just thirteen years old when she published The House Without Windows in 1927. The book went on to become a million-copy bestseller. Years later, as an adult herself, Barbara followed in the footsteps of her radical heroine - dissatisfied with the limitations of life as a respectable married woman, she walked out of her house one day and simply disappeared.Penguin are delighted to republish Barbara Newhall Follett s extraordinary feminist fable for the next generation of nature lovers and escapees to discover and cherish. Newly introduced by Jackie Morris, and filled with her beautifully inked artwork, The House Without Windows is an irresistible paean to the natural world and its transcendent effect on the human heart. A classic, as miraculous and awe-inspiring as the nine-year-old author. Jackie Morris portrays the artistic elegance of the eastern ink with the wisdom of the West Xinran, author of The Good Women of China Praise for The Lost Words Breathtaking . . . Jackie Morris has created something that you could spend all day looking at New Statesman Luminous Sunday Times Sumptuous . . . A book combining meticulous wordcraft with exquisite illustrations deftly restores language describing the natural world to the children s lexicon...The Lost Words is a beautiful book and an important one Observer
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