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"Rich and diverse but often unloved, Aotearoa's wetlands are the most vulnerable of our ecosystems. Only a tiny fraction of their original extent remains, and we continue to lose this vital habitat. The race is on to discover more about them while we still can. This highly illustrated and absorbing book introduces and explores the wetlands of Aotearoa through the work and experiences of our leading researchers.It also explores the deep cultural and spiritual significance they have for Måaori, and the collaboration of måatauranga Måaori and western science in continuing to improve our understanding of these special places. Featuring wetlands to visit all around the country, descriptions of the rich bird, insect and plant life that can be found there, and some of the innovative ways we can protect and restore them, 'Life in the Shallows' is a key resource for those who want to explore, understand and care for these precious places"--Publisher's website.

Set off on a spellbinding expedition into the deep, dark woods...Page after page of this book is packed with vintage drawings that portray the enchanting beauty of a wild, ancient wood. Journey down snaking pathways, beneath towering trees, and amongst glorious plants and wildlife to uncover the odd magical surprise.Get creative! Adorn your personal items with more than 1,000 images of forest life, including intriguing toadstools, elegant trees, and even fantastical elves and more. Create gorgeous artwork and stationery, or simply enjoy this book as an exquisite keepsake.

Alaska Fishes is an ideal, simplified reference to the most common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the land of the midnight sun. The handy reference guide highlights native and introduced species that inhabit its lakes and rivers in a beautifully illustrated 12-panel laminated, folding guide. It provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a watershed map, and conservation status. Alaska Fishes is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use by beginners and experts alike. Made in the USA.

This book examines the importance of the animal in modern art theory. It focuses on the conceptual connections between the notions of art and animality in art theory between the 1750s and 1950s, and clarifies the status of the animal under modernity.

Unique and charming gift book about iconic Mount Rainier National Park from a beloved artist's perspective

Come aboard as Captain Jack reveals his wild and dangerous world in the Bering and Arctic Seas. Experience complications with other boats, ferocious winters, how he managed to keep his boat and crew safe in hurricane force winds, and still bring in the best possible catch. Captain Jack gives an honest account of how he managed his personal struggles as well as dealt with difficult deckhands and crazy captains to become a respected leader in the icy northern waters. You'll love the adventure and come away with leadership strategies to empower your own life.Starting as a greenhorn deckhand on the Columbia, a 123-foot Marco fishing boat, in the king crab boom era of 1980, he rose to captain in 1987. Captain Jack ran the Columbia until 2013, fishing year-round in brutal winters and long summers. After 2013, he ran Norseman II, the research vessel, in ice-covered Arctic waters. His last few years found him running the Aleutian Ballad and Cornelia Maria during summers to give their famous captains on the "Deadliest Catch" TV show a much-needed break. Today, Jack uses his charisma and incredible photography to thrill audiences of all ages. www.jackmolan.com You Can't Make This Stuff Up will take you on a ride you'll never forget."I've known Jack my whole life, and he was never known to let a little [B.S.] get in the way of a GREAT story. But sometimes, to quote Jack himself, 'You can't make this stuff up!'" Captain Casey McManus, Cornelia Marie, featured on "The Deadliest Catch""Jack Molan eloquently and expertly brings to life that of a captain in the Bering Sea Captain Mike Storey, Pegasus "Thanks, Captain Jack! What a great story. It gave me goosebumps because I felt like I was in the wheelhouse, too." (regarding acceptance of "Wicked Winter Night" for publication) Cory Lowe, editor Grundéns USA"I always enjoyed fishing alongside Captain Jack, a top-notch performer who made it look easy in a tough environment-always ready and available if a boat was in trouble and as elusive as ever when the bite was on. So glad [he was] an ally and not a foe!" Captain Howard Malcom, from the wheelhouse of the Northern Patriot "Jack Molan is known to his fellow captains as an excellent fisherman who is open-minded and wishes success for all...I relished his comradery and his excitement for the thrill of the kill!" Captain Gary Hanson, from the wheelhouse of the Golden Dawn"Jack stands [out] in my mind as one of the captains [who]...thought outside of the box to...[harvest]...fish in the most efficient way and deliver the highest quality product. He was a pleasure to work with and always presented a positive attitude in a high-stress environment." Dave Abbasian, Western Alaska Operations, Trident Seafoods Corporation"I have...watched [Jack] turn young greenhorns into seasoned deckhands, and [those] deckhands into old salts. Combine that with a lifetime on the water and surfing in... many countries, [Jack is] truly a waterman's waterman. The Bering Sea is not the same without Jack in it." Captain Jim Howard"For years I had the pleasure of working alongside Capt. Jack Molan and his lovely wife, Joanne. We looked forward to having Capt. Jack come alongside to offload his catch because his fish were the best we ever processed. Also, he always saved three to four...king salmon for me to smoke! I'm retired now, and I miss those summer days visiting with...Joanne and Capt. Jack. We have a lot of sea stories to tell." Captain Joe Pirak

A career-spanning collection of Bruce Berger's beautiful, subtle, and spiky essays on the American desertOccupying a space between traditional nature writing, memoir, journalism, and prose poetry, Bruce Berger's essays are beautiful, subtle, and haunting meditations on the landscape and culture of the American Southwest. Combining new, unpublished essays with selections from his acclaimed trilogy of "desert books"-The Telling Distance, There Was a River, and Almost an Island-A Desert Harvest is a career-spanning selection of the best work by this unique and undervalued voice.Wasteland architecture, mountaintop astronomy, Bach in the wilderness, the mind of the wood rat, the canals of Phoenix, and the numerous eccentric personalities who call the desert their home all come to life in these fascinating portraits of America's seemingly desolate terrains.

Perfect Gift Under $10A great notebook and journal. A convenient sized 6x9 ruled notebook with 140 pages. This composition notebook has a mattte finish and is a flexable paperback that is perfectly bound. It has a beautiful look and feel, and will make a great gift. This notebook is perfect for any note taker, writer, artist, journalist, teacher, or student looking for a cool look! Makes A Great UNDER $10 gift for everyone. For any occasion!

Wilding: Returning Nature to Our Farm is an enlightening piece penned by the talented Isabella Tree. Published by NEW YORK REVIEW OF BOOKS in 2019, this book falls under a genre that beautifully combines elements of nature, agriculture, and personal journey. The book takes the readers through an inspiring journey of returning a farmland back to nature. The author, with her vivid and engaging writing style, narrates how she and her husband transformed their intensively farmed land into a haven for wildlife. This book is not just a story of an experiment; it's a testament to nature's power of revival and a call to action for us all. If you're interested in nature, farming, or both, this book is a must-read. Published by the renowned NEW YORK REVIEW OF BOOKS, it's a testament to quality writing and impactful storytelling.

A compelling story of our ever-evolving relationship with mountains and wilderness.

"If you're looking for a dose of wonder in your reading life, I recommend this beautiful book about the magic of fig trees."--Book Riot Over millions of years, fig trees have shaped our world, influenced our evolution, nourished our bodies and fed our imaginations. And as author and ecologist Mike Shanahan proclaims, "The best could be yet to come." Gods, Wasps and Stranglers weaves together the mythology, history and ecology of one of the world's most fascinating--and diverse--groups of plants, from their starring role in every major religion to their potential to restore rainforests, halt the loss of rare and endangered species and even limit climate change. In this lively and joyous book, Shanahan recounts the epic journeys of tiny fig wasps, whose eighty-million-year-old relationship with fig trees has helped them sustain more species of birds and mammals than any other trees; the curious habits of fig-dependent rhinoceros hornbills; figs' connection to Krishna and Buddha, Jesus and Muhammad; and even their importance to Kenya's struggle for independence. Ultimately, Gods, Wasps and Stranglers is a story about humanity's relationship with nature, one that is as relevant to our future as it is to our past.