Nature Books
Explore the beauty of the natural world with our Nature collection at Thryft. Immerse yourself in captivating narratives about the environment, wildlife, and the mysteries of our planet. From renowned environmentalists to insightful nature writers, there's something for every keen nature enthusiast.
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Julia Rothman, John Niekrasz |
Storey
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Llc
Ocean Anatomy: The Curious Parts & Pieces of the World Under the Sea
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"Ocean Anatomy" isn't just a book; it's a visually compelling journey. Imagine yourself tracing the mysteries of the deep blue through Julia Rothman's enchanting illustrations. This is an exploration that promises to satisfy the curiosity of marine aficionados and art lovers alike, a blend of science and sketches that brings the underwater world to your fingertips. Whether you're a seasoned ocean veteran or a landlubber with a penchant for the sea, there's something here to spark awe and deepen your appreciation for the aquatic.
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Mark Welford
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Dk
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(dorling
Kinders
Flower Arranging : How to Arrange Flowers from your Florist and from your Garden
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Flower Arranging recognises that we all love fresh flowers in our homes and want to keep them looking fabulous, without costing the earth or being too complicated. This book offers the solutions; with simple step-by-steps and clear photos, you can now create impressive but achievable flower arranging for all occasions - from pretty flowers in the home to striking bouquets for weddings.Featuring over 70 arrangements, using 38 most widely available flowers. Packed with insider tips and tricks for achieving stunning results with minimum effort and for keeping your flowers fresh and beautiful for as long as possible. There are also features on weddings throughout the year, showing you how to make beautiful pew ends, buttonholes and table arrangements for each season.While other flower arranging books look impressive, but leave you wondering just how to achieve such beautiful arrangements at home, Flower Arranging isn't just about showing off, it's about showing how.
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Clare Foster
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Cassell
Illustrated
Your Allotment
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Your Allotment is a great book for beginners who are interested in growing their own organic fruits and vegetables through allotments. It provides essential tips and tricks on how to prepare the plot, plant, and cultivate your produce. It contains detailed advice on the wide range of produce you can grow, and how to protect, prune, and harvest your plants. It also includes a seasonal checklist to provide users with instant advice on key tasks every month.
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Frances Dipper
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Bbc
Consumer
Publishing
Extraordinary Fish (Blue Planet)
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These four companion books take a dramatic look at our watery planet. Constituting one of the most numerous and diverse groups of invertebrates on Earth, fish are the undoubted masters of the underwater world. Equally at home in fresh or saltwater, they have evolved to occupy every conceivable water-filled niche. Fish have adapted to survive in a range of different environments from the deepest ocean depths to muddy freshwater puddles, and from the freezing waters of the Antarctic to hot desert springs. Extraordinary Fish illustrates the amazing transformations in body for and behavior that have enabled fish to take up many diverse and fascinating lifestyles. Chapter one introduces the ways in which fish have adapted to their watery world, with examples from the deep sea and other inhospitable habitats. In an environment where predators abound, survival is of prime concern, and Chapter two explores, among other things, the many ways that fish camouflage and arm themselves for attach and defense. Chapter three transports the reader into the sensory world of fish. As well as extraordinary powers of sight, sound, and smell, some fish can detect electric fields, glow with luminescent light, and navigate unerringly across vast oceans. In the fourth and final chapter, the color sex life of many fish is revealed.
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Michele Rodda, Anthony Lamb |
Natural
History
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A Guide to the Hoyas of Borneo
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This book is a must-read for plant enthusiasts, as it delves into the diverse collection of Hoyas found in Borneo. The authors have meticulously researched and photographed these stunning plants, providing readers with an in-depth guide to their unique beauty and care requirements. Users would likely appreciate the detailed information and stunning visuals provided in this book.
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This book is perfect for anyone interested in bird watching in southern Africa. The advanced technique for easy field identification, along with up-to-date information and latest taxonomy make this book a go-to for bird enthusiasts. The comprehensive guide provides detailed descriptions of the different bird species, including their habitat, behavior, and identifying features. The book is also compact and easy to carry around during outdoor bird watching activities.
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Rose Houk, Robert A. Long, Doug Henderson |
Petrified
Forest
Museum
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Dawn of the Dinosaurs : The Triassic of Petrified Forest
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Gretel Ehrlich
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Penguin
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The Solace Of Open Spaces
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The Solace Of Open Spaces is a poignant collection of essays that chronicles Ehrlich's journey into Wyoming's vast expanse. Her descriptive and captivating writing style takes readers on a journey through the beauty and cruelty of the natural elements that define the American West. This book would be a great read for nature lovers, adventurers, and anyone looking for a thought-provoking exploration of the interplay between our interior lives and the world around us.
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John Farndon
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Hodder
Wayland
Big Book of the Brain
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Marvel at the mind-boggling complexity of your brain, more intricate than even the most advanced supercomputer. Discover how human brains differ from those of other anmials, and what they have in common. Journey into the depths of your mind and find out what controls your thoughts, actions, emotions and memories.
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Allan Savory, Center for Holistic Management |
Island
Press
Holistic Resource Management
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Holistic Resource Management is a must-read for farmers and land managers who want to promote the health of their land through sustainable practices. The book presents a holistic approach to land management, emphasizing the importance of mimicking nature's processes. It offers practical guidance on implementing holistic management, making it an indispensable guide for individuals who want to make better decisions within their organizations or personal/professional lives. The book's unique feature is its emphasis on sustainable land management through nature-inspired practices, making it a valuable resource for those interested in environmental conservation.
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Gary Parker
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Master
Books
Dry Bones and Other Fossils
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Fall in step with the Parker family as they travel the country investigating fossil graveyards. Learn how fossils are formed, found, and displayed. A full-color journey through a part of the earth's h
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Robert Costanza, Ida Kubiszewski |
Wspc
Creating A Sustainable And Desirable Future: Insights From 45 Global Thought Leaders
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The major challenge for the current generation of mankind is to develop a shared vision of a future that is both desirable to the vast majority of humanity and ecologically sustainable. Creating a Sustainable and Desirable Future offers a broad, critical discussion on what such a future should or can be, with global perspectives written by some of the world's leading thinkers, Wendell Berry, Van Jones, Frances Moore Lappe, Peggy Liu, Hunter Lovins, Gus Speth, Bill McKibben, and many more.
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Edward C. Migdalski
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Random
House
Value
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The Fresh and Salt Water Fishes of the World
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This book is a great read for fish enthusiasts, both beginners and experts alike. With over 1000 species of fishes discussed, it covers an extensive range of aquatic creatures from around the world, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in marine life. The author's detailed descriptions of each fish's behavior and anatomy provide readers with a deep understanding of the underwater world. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of fishes.
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Barry Lopez
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Picador
Arctic Dreams : Imagination and Desire in a Northern Landscape
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This book would be great for people who enjoy nature and travel writing. Lopez masterfully intertwines the history, ecology, and human experience of the Arctic landscape. Reading this book is like embarking on a journey to a far-off land, every page as captivating as the last. Lopez's prose is both poetic and informative, making this book a true gem for anyone seeking to learn more about the Arctic and its inhabitants.
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David Bellamy
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Collins
Watercolour Landscape Course : The Bestselling Guide to Successful Landscapes
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David Bellamy’s Watercolour Landscape Course is a popular guide to landscape painting that has sold over 55,000 copies to date. Structured and practical in approach, it is unique in that it has amateur painters painting pictures right from the start. Well-known teacher-artist David Bellamy helps students to learn techniques by producing actual sketches, studies and watercolour paintings in this inspiring and practical guide. The book is divided into three main • The first section covers all the practical aspects of watercolour painting;• the second section is more challenging, requiring students to take a little more initiative and develop their own style; and• the third shows how to paint the many different elements of the landscape. The course includes numerous practical exercises which highlight the key points covered in each chapter and there are twelve demonstration pictures with clear, step-by-step instructions.
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American Water Works Association
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Mcgraw-hill
Water Quality and Treatment : A Handbook of Community Water Supplies
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This book is a comprehensive guide for those interested in improving the quality of community water supplies. With contributions from experts in environmental engineering, water chemistry, and water purification and treatment, readers can expect to gain knowledge on the health and aesthetic aspects of water quality, water treatment process selection, water quality management, and water treatment plant waste management. The American Water Works Association is a respected organization in the field, making this handbook a reliable resource for anyone interested in water treatment.
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Bruce Pearson, John A. Burton |
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The Collins Guide to the Rare Mammals of the World
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This book is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts who are interested in learning more about the rare and endangered mammals of the world. The book provides detailed information on their characteristics and behavior, making it an informative read. The author's passion for conservation also shines through, making it a book that will leave readers feeling inspired to do their part to protect these beautiful creatures.
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Steve Parker
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Miles
Kelly
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100 Facts: Extinct
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Since life on Earth began, animals and plants have died out, never to exist again. Discover the reasons for extinction and how new life evolves. Learn why the dinosaurs disappeared and how humans became so successful, then read case stories of individual creatures that have died out. Most importantly, find out which animals living today could be gone tomorrow.
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Sydney Eddison, Greg Piotrowski, FEINSTEIN HAROLD |
Thames
Hudson
Foliage
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In Foliage, Harold Feinstein returns to the natural forms that he chronicled in One Hundred Flowers. Elegantly designed and lavishly produced, this book contains 100 luscious color photographs of plants. An introduction by popular gardening author Sydney Eddison explores the cultural significance of plants while revealing the subtle ways in which they touch our daily lives. Her introduction, along with enlightening text by horticulture expert Greg Piotrowski, makes Foliage as practical and informative, as it is beautiful. Author Harold Feinstein's photographs are in the collections of the International Center of Photography, the Museum of Modern Art, the George Eastman House, and many other major museums.
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10 years on from the first, groundbreaking, Planet Earth, we use the most incredible advances in technology and scientific discovery to bring you the most exciting and immersive picture of our world's wildlife yet.With over 250 breathtaking photographs and stills from the BBC Natural History Unit's spectacular footage, this is an extraordinary new look at the complex life of some of the most amazing places on Planet Earth.Each chapter reveals an environment – some never-before-seen, some astonishingly familiar – defined by a unique set of rules required for survival. From the most desolate desert to the depths of the jungle, from blistering heat and freezing cold to perpetual darkness and deadly UV, discover how a whole host of creatures have adapted to life in the most extreme conditions. And how they compete with one another to become the largest, the fastest, the most poisonous, or most devious - all in a bid to survive.Planet Earth II includes the first in-depth look at the urban environment, and the surprising range of behaviours occurring right under our noses, as well as some previously untouched island worlds. Filmed with remarkable 5k and infra-red technology, these are the challenges, the confrontations, and the triumphs of some of the most extraordinary creatures in the natural world, told from their perspective.This is our planet, as you have never seen it before.
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D.K. Publishing, Eyewitness, David Lambert |
Dorling
Kindersley
Publishers
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Dinosaur
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"Discover the World of Dinosaurs" is a fact-packed guide that helps children learn about the extinct creatures. It covers topics such as dino fossils, how they hunted, and the different types of dinosaurs. With engaging illustrations and informative text, this book is perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts who want to learn more about the fascinating world of these prehistoric beasts.
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Sushila Chang, Chan Gek Lan, Gregory Chow Kheong Keat |
Singapore
Science
Centre
A Guide to Toxic Plants of Singapore
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"The Seashore is a perfect read for nature-lovers who seek solace and intimacy with the sea. The book beautifully and comprehensively explores seaside habitats, revealing the many wonders hidden within them, and expounds on their importance to the ecological balance of the earth. A must-read for anyone seeking to connect with the sea on a more intimate level."
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David Quammen
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Scribner
The Song Of The Dodo - Island Biogeography In An Age Of Extinctions
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David Quammen's book, The Song of the Dodo , is a brilliant, stirring work, breathtaking in its scope, far-reaching in its message -- a crucial book in precarious times, which radically alters the way in which we understand the natural world and our place in that world. It's also a book full of entertainment and wonders.In The Song of the Dodo , we follow Quammen's keen intellect through the ideas, theories, and experiments of prominent naturalists of the last two centuries. We trail after him as he travels the world, tracking the subject of island biogeography, which encompasses nothing less than the study of the origin and extinction of all species. Why is this island idea so important? Because islands are where species most commonly go extinct -- and because, as Quammen points out, we live in an age when all of Earth's landscapes are being chopped into island-like fragments by human activity.Through his eyes, we glimpse the nature of evolution and extinction, and in so doing come to understand the monumental diversity of our planet, and the importance of preserving its wild landscapes, animals, and plants. We also meet some fascinating human characters. By the book's end we are wiser, and more deeply concerned, but Quammen leaves us with a message of excitement and hope.
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Chris McNab
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Silverdale
Books
The SAS Handbook of Living off the Land
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This book contains everything the survivor needs to know about thriving in nature, from making tools and finding water to eating plants and catching fish. With over 120 illustrations, it is packed with practical information and insightful tips such as how to make a fire without the use of matches and how to make traps and snares to capture food. Later chapters adapt these principles to a variety of terrain, including the desert, the Arctic, the jungle, and the sea. Because nature can be a dangerous place, the book also instructs the reader how to identify and avoid dangerous animals such as snakes and spiders, the art of extracting poison, and how to tell edible plants and fungi from poisonous ones.
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William R. Jones
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Kc
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Yosemite : The Story Behind the Scenery
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This book is perfect for nature lovers and anyone looking to admire the beauty of Yosemite. The full-color photography captures the natural scene in a brilliant and accurate manner, while the interpretive text delves into the human history of national parks. Dr. Bertrand Piccard's expertise in exploring and appreciating the wonders of the world shines through in this insightful and captivating read.
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John Farndon
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Miles
Kelly
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1000 Facts on Plants
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Frederick L. Coolidge, Thomas Wynn |
Oxford
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How To Think Like a Neandertal
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This book provides an intriguing look into the mental life and culture of Neanderthals. It explores their language abilities, complex technical skills, and hunting practices, giving readers insight into a long-vanished people. The book also draws comparisons to our own minds and culture, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in anthropology or psychology.
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Richard Bird
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Anness
Pruning Trees, Shrubs and Climbers, Hedges, Roses, Flowers and Topiary : A Gardener's Guide to Cutting, Trimming and Training Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Topiary, Hedges, Climbers and Roses, with Over 550 Photographs and Illustrations and Practical, Easy-to
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A gardener's guide to cutting, trimming and training ornamental trees, shrubs, topiary, hedges, climbers and roses, with over 550 photographs and illustrations and practical, easy-to-follow advice.
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Pantone 125 could be a good read for someone interested in exploring the emotional impact of color through an artistic lens. The book goes beyond the technical aspects of color and delves into the connection between color and emotion, making it an insightful read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of color theory.
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The Family Encyclopedia of Animals provides a comprehensive overview of the animal kingdom, from evolution and habitat to the study of individual animal groups. This is a great read for nature lovers and conservationists looking to deepen their understanding of the animal kingdom and the current issues it is facing.
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Charles Emmerson
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Publicaffairs
The Future History of the Arctic
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"The Future History of the Arctic" is a must-read for those interested in global affairs, natural resources, climate change, and geopolitics. Charles Emmerson provides an insightful reflection on the history of the Arctic region, highlighting the forces that shaped it over the years, and introducing the players in politics, business, science, and society who are struggling to control its future. This engrossing book tells the story of how the Arctic is coming of age, full of opportunities and challenges, and how those who will determine its destiny strive to mold it.
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Don Hinrichsen
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Earthscan
The Atlas of Coasts and Oceans : Mapping Ecosystems, Threatened Resources and Marine Conservation
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If you are interested in knowing about the ecological and environmental significance of coasts and oceans, and the global challenges related to the conservation of marine resources, then "The Atlas of Coasts and Oceans" is an ideal read for you. The book offers a comprehensive assessment of major global waterways, including the impact of climate change, industrial growth, tourism, pollution, and over-fishing. The unique feature of the book is its portrayal of global and regional maps that gives a clear picture of the challenges faced by common waters. It is a must-read for conservation enthusiasts and geographers alike.
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Sara Starbuck
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Hachette
Children's
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Born Free: Lion Rescue : A True Story
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Every year Born Free helps hundreds of animals around the world. This is the story of one of their incredible rescues . . . Meet Bella, the lioness with a broken heart, and Simba, the captive king of the jungle. And learn how all animals that are born free should live free. Simba was born in a French zoo and was later bought by an animal trainer. For many years he lived in cramped captivity. When Bella was young, she was used as a photographer's prop and then later lived in a run-down zoo in Romania. Because she had been taken from her mother at such a young age and fed a poor diet, she sadly developed a weak spine and back legs. Luckily Born Free could come to the rescue. Now Simba and Bella both live in Malawi where they have become great companions. Join Born Free behind the scenes of one of their real life rescues.
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This fully-illustrated reference book explains every aspect of how the natural world operates, from how a spider spins a web to why an earthquake has aftershocks. The text is divided into nine sections, including double-page spreads which examine specific topics.
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Bring the many wonderful benefits of herbs into your life with this beautifully illustrated, accessible book on 88 herbs and their many purposes.Starting with Aloe Vera, used as a soothing agent for over 2,000 years, and ending with Yarrow, whose leaves can be added to salad and which was once called “soldier’s woundwart” because of its efficacy on the battlefield, The Book of Herbs reveals the secrets of a wide range of plants that can really enhance your life.Each page features color photographs of the plant itself in its many forms and is full of well-presented information on how to use it. There are sections covering each herb’s history, as well as its culinary uses, medical benefits (including special precautions), and household and cosmetic applications, such · Borage leaves in a face pack help moisturize dry skin.· Caraway seeds are a long-standing breath freshener.· Catmint makes a cleansing hair wash.· Lavender is a natural insect repellent, good to grow near the deck or porch.· Nettle can help skin problems.· Valerian can be used to help get rid of pests.Chock full of useful information that can help make every part of life more natural and organic, The Book of Herbs is an indispensable and easy-to-use reference that’s a must for every home.
Step Into the Wonders of Nature
Discover the enthralling narratives of the natural world with Thryft's Nature collection. Here, you can find works by celebrated authors and environmentalists who bring the splendour of the earth to life. Whether you're passionate about conservation or enchanted by wilderness tales, our selection offers a variety of perspectives and stories. Explore titles that challenge, inspire, and awaken your ecological curiosity.
Yes, many books in the Nature collection explore crucial environmental issues, offering insights into conservation, biodiversity, and climate change.
Absolutely! Some works bridge the gap between nature and philosophy by exploring deep ecological thoughts. Consider also visiting our Philosophy collection for more contemplative reads.
Yes, our Nature collection includes titles focused on wildlife conservation and the efforts needed to protect various species globally.
We frequently update our Nature collection with new arrivals, so be sure to check back regularly for the latest finds. You might also enjoy exploring our selection in Science for a deeper dive into related topics.