From National Book Awardnominee Iliana Regan, a new memoir of her life and heritage as a forager, spanning her ancestry in Eastern Europe, her childhood in rural Indiana, and her new life set in the remote forests of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Zobraziť viac
Most people love cats. They're fluffy, playful, and can be a joy to have as a companion. However, they can also be huge assholes. So what can you do? How do you deal with a roommate who always seems to be plotting to kill you? How to Deal with Your... Zobraziť viac
A compelling history of seashells and the animals that make them, revealing what they have to tell us about nature, our changing oceans and ourselves Zobraziť viac
An amazing journey into the hidden realm of nature’s soundsThe natural world teems with remarkable conversations, many beyond human hearing range. Scientists are using groundbreaking digital technologies to uncover these astonishing sounds, revealing... Zobraziť viac
Updated for the first time in decades, this unparalleled reference work is the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the trees of North America and now includes the latest information on conservation status and the effects of climate change--... Zobraziť viac
“A fascinating, thoughtful, and thoroughly enjoyable exploration of a major dimension of human experience.”— Steven Pinker, author of How the Mind Works A maverick scientist reveals the inconsistent and often paradoxical ways humans think, feel, and... Zobraziť viac
An intimate account of life on the farm by Amanda Owen, the Yorkshire Shepherdess, as she describes their work through the changing seasons. Zobraziť viac
In this illuminating new book, Manchán Magan sets out on a journey in our ancestors’ footsteps to uncover the ancient myths and stories that have shaped our national identity, embedded in the strata of land that have endured through millennia – from... Zobraziť viac
At a time when the Colorado River and all those who depend on it are in peril, this urgent book offers "both a love song and a paean of regret to America's most spectacular river" (Denver Post) and "a plea to save [it] before it’s too late" (The Wall... Zobraziť viac
With A Furious Sky, best-selling author Eric Jay Dolin tells the history of America itself through its five-hundred-year battle with the fury of hurricanes. Zobraziť viac
A renowned marine naturalist, author, and artist explores--through both word and image--the discoveries, predatory habits, appearance, locomotion, environment, diet, and extinction of the ferocious swimming reptiles that ruled the oceans of the... Zobraziť viac
Explore the mind of a bee and learn what drives its behavior.Have you ever observed a bee up close and wondered what was going on inside its head? Like ours, insects' brains take up most of the space in their heads, but their brains are smaller than a... Zobraziť viac
In this lyrical book Wendy Williams explores the lives of one of the world’s most resilient creatures—the butterfly—shedding light on the role that they play in our ecosystem and in our human lives. Zobraziť viac
'I control the mice with a cat, but how shall I control the cat?' - Franz Kafka Zobraziť viac
The classic bestseller of British nature writing Zobraziť viac
'The most exhilarating history of mountaineering ... a riveting read' Jeremy Paxman Zobraziť viac
An elegant mini edition of Katie Scott and the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew's beautiful Fungarium. This gorgeous mini edition of Fungarium is the perfect gift for nature-lovers or anyone who appreciates beautiful books. Zobraziť viac
The bestselling RSPB Handbook of British Birds is the most comprehensive reference for birdwatchers of all levels of interest and experience. Now in its fifth edition, it remains the most accessible field guide to more than 300 bird species likely to... Zobraziť viac
A visit to the rapid where she lost a cherished friend unexpectedly reignites Amy-Jane Beer’s love of rivers setting her on a journey of natural, cultural and emotional discovery. Zobraziť viac
Explore the woods with i-SPY – facts, photos and fantastic spots! Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! Zobraziť viac