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IN THE SPIRIT OF UNDYING ADVENTURE!Sauntering through natural landscapes is a noble art; and one that Henry David Thoreau held in the highest regard.Though he is perhaps best known for Walden: Life in the Woods and his essay "Civil Disobedience," Thoreau was an early advocate of recreational hiking, canoeing, and conserving natural resources. A passionate nature writer, he penned many articles that shared these philosophies and perspectives.This carefully...
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Which creatures come out at night? What goes on in the natural world while we are asleep? Monsters in the Night collects more than 40 of the most exciting and scary nocturnal animals from all kinds of habitats from around the world, from the copperhead snake, the red-kneed tarantula and the firefly, to the giant Wels catfish and death's-head hawkmoth. Learn how the vampire bat lives on only blood, how the jaguar tracks down its prey, and how the Kakapo...
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Did you ever want to teach your kids different Weather & Outdoors words in Korean ?Learning Korean can be fun with this picture book.In this book you will find the following features: Weather & Outdoors words in Korean.Colorful Pictures of Weather & Outdoors.Weather & Outdoors words in English.English Transliteration (Using English to give you an idea of how the word is pronounced).Some Important Information Regarding Our Books: Each Weather & Outdoor...
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Things found in Nature in Bengali?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 Bengali pronunciation.Delight in learning Bengali with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Bengali Names for Things found in Nature.Vibrant Illustrations of Each...
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A chapbook of poetry celebrating rural life. If you believe rural American life is a poem, enjoy this collection of twenty-three poems, many of which have been published elsewhere. The collection winds through the seasons and tells the story of "The Last Happy Woman in America," the closing poem in the collection. Poems are free verse. Cover is an original sketch by the author.Poems deal with everyday life on a farm and small town life, from dogs,...
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Tiny ruby-throated hummingbirds weighing less than a nickel fly from the upper Midwest to Costa Rica every fall, crossing the six-hundred-mile Gulf of Mexico without a single stop. One of the many creatures that commute on the Mississippi Flyway as part of an annual migration, they pass along Chicago's lakefront and through midwestern backyards on a path used by their species for millennia. This magnificent migrational dance takes place every year...
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In this ebook, my goal is to share with you some sustainable habits that I have learned over the last few years. I will try and do this in a simple, easy to understand manner, hopefully to inspire you to implement these practices at home and join this important movement for awareness of the ever-accelerating environmental problems that we are facing today. Working together as one, is the only way to make a positive impact on our planet.
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Founded in 2000, Earthfire Institute is a sanctuary for rescued wildlife native to the Yellowstone to Yukon Wildlife Corridor. Living with these wild animals over their lifetimes, founder and Executive Director Susan B. Eirich, Ph.D. vividly illuminates the incredible connection of these animals to each other and to the humans who care for them. Through inspirational storytelling, Susan shares her experiences with these animals, in play, in love,...
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Mammals don't lay eggs. Or do they? Fish can't walk. Or can they? Mammals can't fly. Or can they? The World's Strangest Animals collects more than 40 of the most unusual animals from all kinds of habitats from around the world, from the komodo dragon and the sugar glider to the mantis and the seahorse. Learn how some mammals do lay eggs, that the mudskipper fish can walk on its fins and that bats are mammals that can fly.
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You might not associate haiku poetry with Switzerland, renowned for its luxury watches and chocolatiers. A landlocked destination for skiers and spa visitors, it lies in the heart of Europe. From the Swiss Alps to the Jura mountains via a network of green corridors, the impressive peaks and stunning lakes play host to a biodiverse population of wildlife. Wild lynx and resident wolves roam freely in the forests, protected by laws, that cover 32% of...
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"El legado de los elfos" es una historia de amor y amistad en el bosque mágico y encantado. Los humildes elfos, protectores y guardianes del bosque, compartieron su sabiduría y amistad con todas las criaturas que lo habitaban. A través de su presencia, transformaron el bosque en un lugar mágico y encantado, pero también dejaron un legado de cuidado y protección hacia la naturaleza.Este libro cuenta la historia de los elfos y su legado, desde...
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Les animaux sont partout sur terre. Cela signifie que si nous devions voyager dans tous les pays et continents, nous trouverions un animal vivant là-bas. Certains animaux vivent dans un climat chaud et d'autres dans un climat froid. Les animaux existent depuis des éternités. Certains animaux comme les lézards, les tortues et les poissons existent depuis plus longtemps que les dinosaures n'existent. Lisez ce court livre de non-fiction et apprenez...
96) No sin agua
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En siglo XXII las petroleras han pasado de controlar el petróleo a controlar el agua potable que es un negocio boyante y muy rentable. Marla, una estudiante de ingeniería está empeñada en romper con ese monopolio porque en su pueblo se están quedando sin agua. En su búsqueda, conoce a un anciano, el señor Emeterio, que le da la solución para generar agua de manera gratuita, pero esa solución le traerá muchos problemas.
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Things found in Nature in Gujarati?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 Gujarati pronunciation.Delight in learning Gujarati with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Gujarati Names for Things found in Nature.Vibrant Illustrations of Each...
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Things found in Nature in Marathi?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 Marathi pronunciation.Delight in learning Marathi with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Marathi Names for Things found in Nature.Vibrant Illustrations of Each...
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"Holistic Secrets to Lustrous Hair" is a comprehensive guide to total hair care. This book explores alternate therapies like mudras, breathing techniques, acupressure, herbal hair oils, hair packs, and natural homemade cleansers and shampoos, all aimed at controlling hair fall and promoting lush hair growth.In a world saturated with chemical hair products, Holistic Secrets to Lustrous Hair adopts a refreshing approach, delving into ancient practices...
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