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Nature

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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Yellowstone: The Official Guide to Touring America's First National Park - Thryft
Yellowstone Association

Yellowstone: The Official Guide to Touring America's First National Park

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This book is perfect for nature enthusiasts who are planning to visit Yellowstone National Park. It provides comprehensive information on all aspects of the park- its history, geology, wildlife, and trails. The book is organized in a user-friendly manner with maps, photographs, and tips for visitors. It is an excellent guidebook that users are sure to find helpful in planning their trip and exploring the park.

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The Gardens at Castle Howard
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Christopher Ridgeway, Mike Kipling, Simon Howard

The Gardens at Castle Howard

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If you're someone who adores the marriage of history and horticulture, "The Gardens at Castle Howard" could transport you to a bygone era of garden grandiosity. You don't just read about the sculpted landscapes; you almost feel the crunch of gravel underfoot and the spray of the fountains. It's for the garden enthusiast who dreams of roaming through aristocratic elegance and for the armchair traveler craving a peek into England's majestic outdoor splendor.

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A Natural History of California - Thryft
Allan A. Schoenherr

A Natural History of California

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"A Natural History of California" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the flora and fauna of California. Allan Schoenherr's detailed descriptions of the state's various regions, along with their distinct climate, soil, and history, make for a compelling narrative. The inclusion of the impact of human activity on the environment also provides readers with a deeper understanding of California's ecology. This book would be particularly appealing to nature enthusiasts and those passionate about conservation efforts.

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The Wisdom of Trees : A Miscellany - Thryft
Max Adams

The Wisdom of Trees : A Miscellany

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A passionate and informative celebration of trees and of man’s ingenuity in exploiting their resources: the perfect gift for anyone who cares about the natural worldTrees are marvels of nature, still-standing giants of extraordinary longevity. In a beautifully written sequence of essays, anecdotes, and profiles of species from yew to scots pine, Max Adams explores both the amazing biology of trees and humanity’s relationship with wood and forest across the centuries. Embellished with images from John Evelyn’s classic Sylva (1664), this beautifully designed gift book offers both a natural and a cultural history of trees, and will delight anyone who cares about the natural world and our interaction with it.

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The Last Rhinos : The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species - Thryft
Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence

The Last Rhinos : The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species

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When Lawrence Anthony learned that the northern white rhino, living in the war-ravaged Congo, was on the very brink of extinction, he knew he had to act. If the world lost the sub-species, it would be the largest land mammal since the woolly mammoth to go extinct. In The Last Rhinos , Anthony recounts his attempts to save these remarkable animals. The demand for rhino horns in the Far East has turned poaching into a dangerous black market that threatens the lives of not just these rare beasts, but also the rangers who protect them. The northern white rhino's last refuge was in an area controlled by the infamous Lord's Resistance Army, one of the most vicious rebel groups in the world. In the face of unmoving government bureaucracy, Anthony made a perilous journey deep into the jungle to try to find and convince them to help save the rhino. An inspiring story of conservation in the face of brutal war and bureaucratic quagmires, The Last Rhinos will move animal lovers everywhere.

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My Family and Other Animals - Thryft
Gerald Durrell

My Family and Other Animals

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Sometimes it's pretty hard to tell them apart... my family and the animals, that is. I don't know why my brothers and sisters complain so much. With snakes in the bath and scorpions on the lunch table, our house, on the island of Corfu, is a bit like a circus. So they should feel right at home...

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Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found - Thryft
Cheryl Strayed

Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found

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At twenty-six, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother's rapid death from cancer, her family disbanded and her marriage crumbled. With nothing to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life: to walk eleven-hundred miles of the west coast of America - from the Mojave Desert, through California and Oregon, and into Washington state - and to do it alone. She had no experience of long-distance hiking and the journey was nothing more than a line on a map. But it held a promise - a promise of piecing together a life that lay in ruins at her feet.Strayed's account captures the agonies - both mental and physical - of her incredible journey; how it maddened and terrified her, and how, ultimately, it healed her. Wild is a brutal memoir of survival, grief and redemption: a searing portrayal of life at its lowest ebb and at its highest tide.

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Overview : A New Perspective of Earth - Thryft
Benjamin Grant

Overview : A New Perspective of Earth

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A stunning and unique collection of satellite images of Earth that offer an unexpected look at humanity, derived from the wildly popular Daily Overview Instagram project.Inspired by the “Overview Effect”—a sensation that astronauts experience when given the opportunity to look down and view the Earth as a whole—the breathtaking, high definition satellite photographs in Overview offer a new way to look at the landscape that we have shaped. More than 200 images of industry, agriculture, architecture, and nature highlight incredible patterns while also revealing a deeper story about human impact. This extraordinary photographic journey around our planet captures the sense of wonder gained from a new, aerial vantage point and creates a perspective of Earth as it has never been seen before.

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The Sound of the Sea : Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans - Thryft
Cynthia Barnett

The Sound of the Sea : Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans

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"The Sound of the Sea" is a great read for beachcombers, seashell enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the secrets lurking under the sea. This book offers a unique blend of cultural history and environmental science, taking the reader on an unforgettable journey through seashell symbolism, the long history of seashell trade, and the complex lives of mollusks. Barnett delivers a powerful message about the impact of climate change on marine life and humanity through the lens of seashells, making it a must-read for those concerned about the fate of our oceans."

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Half-Earth : Our Planet's Fight for Life - Thryft
Edward O. Wilson

Half-Earth : Our Planet's Fight for Life

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Half-Earth is an urgent call-to-action to save our planet before it's too late. Edward O. Wilson proposes that the only solution to prevent the impending "Sixth Extinction" is to increase the area of natural reserves to half the surface of the earth. This book is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about preserving our planet and its diverse inhabitants.

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Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends - Thryft
Mairi Kidd

Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends

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If you're enchanted by magic and mythical creatures, Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends is a must-read. This beautiful new edition brings together 18 captivating Scottish tales, from cat-faced ladies to faery bagpipers. The book also includes Scottish versions of classic tales like Cinderella and The Frog Prince, adding a unique twist to familiar stories. With shiny foil highlights on the cover, it's also the perfect gift for anyone who loves the magic and mystery of Scotland.

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Toms River : A Story of Science and Salvation - Thryft
Dan Fagin

Toms River : A Story of Science and Salvation

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The book recounts the devastating impact of industrial pollution on a small town in New Jersey. It highlights the dangers of corporate greed and government neglect, ultimately leading to environmental devastation. The book is a great read for anyone interested in environmental issues and the importance of effective regulation.

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Inside of a Dog - Thryft
Alexandra Horowitz

Inside of a Dog

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Recommended for dog lovers who want to learn from a dog's perspective. The unique feature is that it offers insights into the canine world, including their views on humans, smell, and cognition. Users would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about dogs, and the author's credentials make it all the more appealing.

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Wild : From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail - Thryft
Cheryl Strayed

Wild : From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail

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At twenty-two, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother’s death, her family scattered and her own marriage was soon destroyed. Four years later, with nothing more to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life. With no experience or training, driven only by blind will, she would hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State — and she would do it alone.Told with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor, Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her.

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Adventures in the Anthropocene : A Journey to the Heart of the Planet We Made - Thryft
Gaia Vince

Adventures in the Anthropocene : A Journey to the Heart of the Planet We Made

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We all know our planet is in crisis, and that it is largely our fault. But all too often the full picture of change is obstructed by dense data sets and particular catastrophes. Struggling with this obscurity in her role as an editor at Nature, Gaia Vince decided to travel the world and see for herself what life is really like for people on the frontline of this new reality. What she found was a number people doing the most extraordinary things.During her journey she finds a man who is making artificial glaciers in Nepal along with an individual who is painting mountains white to attract snowfall; take the electrified reefs of the Maldives; or the man who's making islands out of rubbish in the Caribbean. These are ordinary people who are solving severe crises in crazy, ingenious, effective ways. While Vince does not mince words regarding the challenging position our species is in, these wonderful stories, combined with the new science that underpins Gaia's expertise and research, make for a persuasive, illuminating — and strangely hopeful — read on what the Anthropocene means for our future.

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Atlantic : A Vast Ocean of a Million Stories - Thryft
Simon Winchester, Illus. with photos

Atlantic : A Vast Ocean of a Million Stories

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This book offers a captivating journey through the history of the Atlantic Ocean, from its ancient origins to modern-day, and its impact on human civilization. Readers who enjoy factual accounts of history and science will appreciate how Simon Winchester interweaves personal travel experiences with historical research to create a comprehensive and entertaining account of the Atlantic's significant influence on human affairs.

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Half-Earth : Our Planet's Fight for Life - Thryft
Edward O. Wilson

Half-Earth : Our Planet's Fight for Life

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In order to stave off the mass extinction of species, including our own, we must move swiftly to preserve the biodiversity of our planet, says Edward O. Wilson in his most impassioned book to date. Half-Earth argues that the situation facing us is too large to be solved piecemeal and proposes a solution commensurate with the magnitude of the problem: dedicate fully half the surface of the Earth to nature.If we are to undertake such an ambitious endeavor, we first must understand just what the biosphere is, why it's essential to our survival, and the manifold threats now facing it. In doing so, Wilson describes how our species, in only a mere blink of geological time, became the architects and rulers of this epoch and outlines the consequences of this that will affect all of life, both ours and the natural world, far into the future.Half-Earth provides an enormously moving and naturalistic portrait of just what is being lost when we clip "twigs and eventually whole braches of life's family tree." In elegiac prose, Wilson documents the many ongoing extinctions that are imminent, paying tribute to creatures great and small, not the least of them the two Sumatran rhinos whom he encounters in captivity. Uniquely, Half-Earth considers not only the large animals and star species of plants but also the millions of invertebrate animals and microorganisms that, despite being overlooked, form the foundations of Earth's ecosystems.In stinging language, he avers that the biosphere does not belong to us and addresses many fallacious notions such as the idea that ongoing extinctions can be balanced out by the introduction of alien species into new ecosystems or that extinct species might be brought back through cloning. This includes a critique of the "anthropocenists," a fashionable collection of revisionist environmentalists who believe that the human species alone can be saved through engineering and technology.Despite the Earth's parlous condition, Wilson is no doomsayer, resigned to fatalism. Defying prevailing conventional wisdom, he suggests that we still have time to put aside half the Earth and identifies actual spots where Earth's biodiversity can still be reclaimed. Suffused with a profound Darwinian understanding of our planet's fragility, Half-Earth reverberates with an urgency like few other books, but it offers an attainable goal that we can strive for on behalf of all life.

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127 Hours : Between a Rock and a Hard Place - Thryft
Aron Ralston

127 Hours : Between a Rock and a Hard Place

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Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found - Thryft
Cheryl Strayed

Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found

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Wild can be a great read for someone looking for inspiration, a story of hope, and strength. Cheryl Strayed provides an honest account of her struggles and the transformation of herself as a person. It inspires readers to be more courageous, to take challenges head-on, and to have faith in themselves.

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The Living Mountain : A Celebration of the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland - Thryft
Robert Macfarlane, Nan Shepherd

The Living Mountain : A Celebration of the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland

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Recommendation: The Living Mountain is a must-read for anyone who loves nature and the outdoors. Nan Shepherd's poetic prose captures the essence of the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland - from its rocks and rivers to its creatures and hidden aspects. Her unique perspective of nature as both breathtakingly beautiful and shockingly harsh is both humbling and inspiring. Reading this book will make you appreciate the magnificence of mountains and the wild world around us.

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Wild : From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail - Thryft
Cheryl Strayed

Wild : From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail

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At twenty-two, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother’s death, her family scattered and her own marriage was soon destroyed. Four years later, with nothing more to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life. With no experience or training, driven only by blind will, she would hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State — and she would do it alone.Told with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor, Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her.

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My First Summer In The Sierra - Thryft
John Muir

My First Summer In The Sierra

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In the summer of 1869, John Muir, a young Scottish immigrant, joined a crew of shepherds in the foothills of California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The diary he kept while tending sheep formed the heart of this book and eventually lured thousands of Americans to visit Yosemite country.First published in 1911, My First Summer in the Sierra incorporates the lyrical accounts and sketches he produced during his four-month stay in the Yosemite River Valley and the High Sierra. His record tracks that memorable experience, describing in picturesque terms the majestic vistas, flora and fauna, and other breathtaking natural wonders of the area.Today, Muir is recognized as one of the most important and influential naturalists and nature writers in America. This book, the most popular of the author's works, will delight environmentalists and nature lovers with its exuberant observations.

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Comp. Alaska, 4th Ed. : Pb - Thryft
Charles P. Wohlforth, George McDonald

Comp. Alaska, 4th Ed. : Pb

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Brand-new chapters with the lowdown on cruises and serious wilderness trips add to this completely rewritten guide to the natural wonders of Alaska. Environmental issues, wildlife, native peoples, and more are covered in greater detail than ever before.

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A Field Guide to Getting Lost - Thryft
Rebecca Solnit

A Field Guide to Getting Lost

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A Field Guide to Getting Lost is a thought-provoking book that inspires readers to embrace uncertainty and find beauty in the unknown. Rebecca Solnit shares personal stories that are relatable and thoughtfully crafted, making readers feel as though they are on a journey with her. The book seamlessly weaves together Solnit's experiences with broader themes such as the human relationship with nature and the importance of self-discovery. Overall, this book is a must-read for those who are seeking to explore the complexities of life and find meaning in unexpected places.

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The Salt Path : The 85-Week Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author - Thryft
Raynor Winn

The Salt Path : The 85-Week Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author

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The Salt Path is a heartwarming memoir about overcoming adversity and grief through a 630-mile walk on the South West Coast Path. Raynor Winn's story is a beautiful portrayal of the healing power of nature and finding strength through hardship. This book is recommended for readers who love inspiring and uplifting true stories of endurance and resilience.

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Hiking with Nietzsche : On Becoming Who You Are - Thryft
John Kaag

Hiking with Nietzsche : On Becoming Who You Are

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Hiking with Nietzsche is an introspective journey that explores the wisdom and revelations at the core of Nietzsche's philosophy. It encourages readers to come to grips with the unobtainable, defeat complacency, balance sanity and madness, and most importantly, become who they are. This book is perfect for individuals who seek meaning in life, and those who enjoy a philosophical exploration of the human condition.

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Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? - Thryft
Frans de Waal

Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?

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This book is the perfect recommendation for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts or anyone who is curious about discovering more about the behaviors and intelligence of the animal kingdom. Frans de Waal provides a comprehensive account of how various animals can be much smarter than we think, largely due to how we underestimate their abilities. Through numerous real-life examples and experiments, the book is not only fascinating but also thought-provoking, challenging our preconceptions about animal intelligence. Overall, this book is an insightful and enjoyable read that is likely to leave a lasting impact on its reader.

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The Genius of Dogs : Discovering the Unique Intelligence of Man's Best Friend - Thryft
Vanessa Woods, Brian Hare

The Genius of Dogs : Discovering the Unique Intelligence of Man's Best Friend

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The international bestseller that reveals the amazing mind of your favourite friendIs your dog purposefully disobeying you? Probably, and usually behind your back. Should you act like ‘top dog’ to maintain control? No, you’re better off displaying your friendliness – and not just to your dog. Which breed is the cleverest? That’s the wrong question to ask.These are just some of the extraordinary insights to be found in 'The Genius of Dogs' – the seminal book on how dogs evolved their unique intelligence by award-winning scientist Dr Brian Hare. He shares more than two decades of startling discoveries about the mysteries of the dog mind and how you can use his groundbreaking work to build a better relationship with your own dog.

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The Perfect Storm : A True Story of Man Against the Sea - Thryft
Sebastian Junger

The Perfect Storm : A True Story of Man Against the Sea

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"Takes readers into the maelstrom and shows nature's splendid and dangerous havoc at its utmost".October 1991. It was "the perfect storm"--a tempest that may happen only once in a century--a nor'easter created by so rare a combination of factors that it could not possibly have been worse. Creating waves ten stories high and winds of 120 miles an hour, the storm whipped the sea to inconceivable levels few people on Earth have ever witnessed. Few, except the six-man crew of the Andrea Gail, a commercial fishing boat tragically headed towards its hellish center.

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My Family and Other Animals - Thryft
Gerald Durrell

My Family and Other Animals

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When the unconventional Durrell family can no longer endure the damp, gray English climate, they do what any sensible family would do: sell their house and relocate to the sunny Greek isle of Corfu. My Family and Other Animals was intended to embrace the natural history of the island but ended up as a delightful account of Durrell’s family’s experiences, from the many eccentric hangers-on to the ceaseless procession of puppies, toads, scorpions, geckoes, ladybugs, glowworms, octopuses, bats, and butterflies into their home.

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The Mushroom at the End of the World : On the Possibility of Life in Capitalist Ruins - Thryft
Anna Lowenhaupt Tsing

The Mushroom at the End of the World : On the Possibility of Life in Capitalist Ruins

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"The Mushroom at the End of the World" is an eye-opening exploration of the unexpected connections between human destruction and the natural world's resilience. Author Anna Lowenhaupt Tsing follows the journey of matsutake mushrooms, a valuable commodity in Japan, and the varied characters involved in its commerce. Through their stories, Tsing examines the possibilities for collaborative survival in damaged landscapes and offers a unique perspective on the impact of capitalism on our planet's ecosystems. This book will appeal to those interested in environmental studies, anthropology, and economics.

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The Man Who Climbs Trees - Thryft
James Aldred

The Man Who Climbs Trees

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'A book of heart-stopping bravery and endurance' -- Helen Macdonald'A great read – incredible adventures and a dramatic new perspective' -- Chris Packham'[A] delightful, endlessly fascinating book' -- Daily Mail BOOK OF THE WEEKThis is the story of a professional British tree climber, cameraman and adventurer, who has made a career out of travelling the world, filming wildlife for the BBC and climbing trees with people like David Attenborough, Chris Packham and Helen Macdonald.James's climbs take him to breathtaking locations as he scales the most incredible and majestic trees on the planet. On the way he meets native tribes, gets attacked by African bees, climbs alongside gorillas, chased by elephants, and spends his nights in a hammock pitched high in the branches with only the stars above him.This book blends incredible stories of scrapes and bruises in the branches with a new way of looking at life high above the daily grind, up into the canopy of the forest.

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The Origin of Species and the Voyage of the Beagle - Thryft
Charles Darwin

The Origin of Species and the Voyage of the Beagle

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When the eminent naturalist Charles Darwin returned from South America on board the HMS Beagle in 1836, he brought with him the notes and evidence which would form the basis of his landmark theory of evolution of species by a process of natural selection. This theory, published as The Origin of Species in 1859, sparked a fierce scientific, religious, and philosophical debate which continues heatedly today. This seminal work is presented with The Voyage of the Beagle , a vivid travel memoir as well as a detailed scientific field journal. Ordered by place, covering area from Northern Chile to Australia to Cape Verde Islands, this text contains hints of the theories that were later developed in The Origin of Species .

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The Malay Archipelago - Thryft
Tony Whitten Ph.D, Alfred Russell Wallace

The Malay Archipelago

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This book is a must-read for history and nature enthusiasts alike. Alfred Russel Wallace's firsthand accounts give readers a deep understanding of Malaysian culture, history, and the rich diversity of its wildlife. His parallel conclusions with Darwin on evolution make this book a remarkable contribution to the field. With a wealth of detail and captivating narrative, it transports readers to the Indonesian archipelago, unveiling the wonders of its exotic people, flora, and fauna. The Malay Archipelago is a treasure trove of knowledge and a testament to Wallace's enduring legacy.

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In Patagonia : 40th Anniversary Edition - Thryft
Bruce Chatwin, Nicholas Shakespeare

In Patagonia : 40th Anniversary Edition

from $8.98

When Bruce Chatwin’s In Patagonia was published in 1977 it heralded the arrival of a startling new talent in British literature. Critics were surprised and spellbound by a story of an adventure which blurred the boundaries between travel writing, biography, history and memoir. All readers recognised its timeless quality – Auberon Waugh went as far as to call it ‘a classic’.Forty years later, Chatwin’s first book continues to inspire generations of travellers and writers. This 40th anniversary edition celebrates the enduring status of In Patagonia and includes a host of material from the archive to recreate the book’s genesis and publication.

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Inside of a Dog : What Dogs See, Smell, and Know - Thryft
Alexandra Horowitz

Inside of a Dog : What Dogs See, Smell, and Know

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The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and other quirky animal, the human. "Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs' perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it mgiht be like to be a dog. What it's like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans, or even the passag eof time? How does a tingy dog manage to play sucessfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What's it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees? Inside of a Dog explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising-once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. Inside of a Dog also contains up-to-the-minute-research-on dogs' detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention-that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, Insie of Dog has practical applicaiton for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do. With alight touch and the weight of science behind her, Alexandra Horowtiz examines the animal we think we know best but may actually understand the least. This book is as close as you can get to knowing about dogs without being a dog yourself

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In Patagonia - Thryft
Bruce Chatwin

In Patagonia

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"In Patagonia" is a must-read for travelers seeking an immersive, reflective journey. Chatwin's style of weaving captivating narratives with history and culture makes it more than just a travelogue. His roving structure, unusual for travel writing, and his brilliant personality make this book unique. It's a reflection on the internal landscapes and the relationships that shape our travels.

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The Voyage of the Beagle - Thryft
Charles Darwin

The Voyage of the Beagle

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The Voyage of the Beagle is a must-read for those who want to experience the excitement of discovery, as Darwin travels the world and documents his observations of the natural world. Darwin's descriptive powers are impressive, and his insightful questioning about the Earth's structure, animal forms, anthropology and the origins of life itself will make readers think long after they finish the book. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about the world we live in and the scientific discoveries that continue to shape our understanding of it.

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The Progress of This Storm : On Society and Nature in a Warming World - Thryft
Andreas Malm

The Progress of This Storm : On Society and Nature in a Warming World

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An attack on the idea that nature and society are impossible to distinguish from each otherIn a world careening towards climate chaos, nature is dead. It can no longer be separated from society. Everything is a blur of hybrids, where humans possess no exceptional agency to set them apart from dead matter. But is it really so? In this blistering polemic and theoretical manifesto, Andreas Malm develops a in a warming world, nature comes roaring back, and it is more important than ever to distinguish between the natural and the social. Only with a unique agency attributed to humans can resistance become conceivable.

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North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail - Thryft
Scott Jurek

North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail

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North is a captivating read that documents Scott Jurek's journey to breaking records on the Appalachian Trail- covering 2,200 miles between Georgia and Maine. With insights into running and descriptions of the route's awe-inspiring landscape, North will leave you inspired, whether or not running is your thing.

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Winterlust : Finding Beauty in the Fiercest Season - Thryft
Bernd Brunner, Mark Kurlansky

Winterlust : Finding Beauty in the Fiercest Season

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“Mr. Brunner’s winning book is a reassuring, nostalgic reminder that winter is the season of both play and regeneration.”— Wall Street Journal In Winterlust , a farmer painstakingly photographs five thousand snowflakes, each one dramatically different from the next. Indigenous peoples thrive on frozen terrain, where famous explorers perish. Icicles reach deep underwater, then explode. Rooms warmed by crackling fires fill with scents of cinnamon, cloves, and pine. Skis carve into powdery slopes, and iceboats traverse glacial lakes. This lovingly illustrated meditation on winter entwines the spectacular with the everyday, expertly capturing the essence of a beloved yet dangerous season, which is all the more precious in an era of climate change “Brunner masterfully does in words what resilient and adventurous people have done in their lives for centuries; he finds beauty in blizzards and ice and the crystallized enchantment of snow.”—Dan Egan, Pulitzer finalist and author of The Death and Life of the Great Lakes

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Between Man and Beast : An Unlikely Explorer, the Evolution Debates, and the African Adventure That Took the Victorian World by Storm - Thryft
Monte Reel

Between Man and Beast : An Unlikely Explorer, the Evolution Debates, and the African Adventure That Took the Victorian World by Storm

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Between Man and Beast is an exhilarating exploration of a young explorer who braved the hazardous rainforests of Africa, returning with evidence of gorillas, a creature previously known only in myth. The book delves into the heated evolution debates of the Victorian era and the racial concepts of that time and their impact on the young explorer's burgeoning celebrity. With vivid anecdotes and captivating writing, this book is a must-read for adventure-seekers and history buffs alike.

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Underland - A Deep Time Journey - Thryft
Robert Macfarlane

Underland - A Deep Time Journey

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SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the internationally bestselling, prize-winning author of Landmarks, The Lost Words and The Old Ways 'Dazzling' Guardian'Heart-stopping' Daily Telegraph'Mesmerizing' Observer'Epic' Financial Times 'You'd be crazy not to read this book' The Sunday Times Underland is an epic exploration of the Earth's underworlds as they exist in myth, literature, memory and the land itself. At once ancient and urgent, this is a book that will change the way you see the world.'Marvellous... Neverending curiosity, generosity of spirit, erudition, bravery and clarity... This is a book well worth reading' The Times 'Extraordinary... at once learned and readable, thrilling and beautifully written' Observer'Attentive, thoughtful, finely honed... I turned the last page with the unusual conviction of having been in the company of a fine writer who is - who must surely be - a good man' Telegraph 'Poetry, science, a healthy sense of the uncanny and a touch of the shamanic are the hallmarks of his writing... This is a journey that tells the story not just of nature but of human nature. And there is noone I would more gladly follow on it' i'Startling and memorable, charting invisible and vanishing worlds. Macfarlane has made himself Orpheus, the poet who ventures down to the darkest depths and returns - frighteningly alone-to sing of what he has seen' New Statesman

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The Salt Path : The 85-Week Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author - Thryft
Raynor Winn

The Salt Path : The 85-Week Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author

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This memoir showcases the strength of human resilience, and the way nature can offer solace and healing to even the deepest wounds. Raynor Winn's personal journey on the South West Coast Path is filled with inspiration and affirmation - a book that will uplift and move readers to find the beauty in their own journeys.

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A Walk In The Woods - Thryft
Bill Bryson

A Walk In The Woods

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Recommended for those who love hiking and the great outdoors. A humorous and inspiring account of Bryson's journey through the Appalachian Trail, filled with interesting facts and encounters with wildlife. Bryson's witty writing style and honest reflections make for a delightful read that will make you want to lace up your hiking boots and explore the wilderness yourself.

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Entangled Life - How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds And Shape Our Futures - Thryft
Merlin Sheldrake

Entangled Life - How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds And Shape Our Futures

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‘A dazzling, vibrant, vision-changing book. Sentence after sentence stopped me short. I ended it wonderstruck at the fungal world. A remarkable work by a remarkable writer’ ROBERT MACFARLANE, author of UnderlandThere is a lifeform so strange and wondrous that it forces us to rethink how life works…Neither plant nor animal, it is found throughout the earth, the air and our bodies. It can be microscopic, yet also accounts for the largest organisms ever recorded, living for millennia and weighing tens of thousands of tonnes. Its ability to digest rock enabled the first life on land, it can survive unprotected in space, and thrives amidst nuclear radiation.In this captivating adventure, Merlin Sheldrake explores the spectacular and neglected world of fungi: endlessly surprising organisms that sustain nearly all living systems. They can solve problems without a brain, stretching traditional definitions of ‘intelligence’, and can manipulate animal behaviour with devastating precision. In giving us bread, alcohol and life-saving medicines, fungi have shaped human history, and their psychedelic properties, which have influenced societies since antiquity, have recently been shown to alleviate a number of mental illnesses. The ability of fungi to digest plastic, explosives, pesticides and crude oil is being harnessed in break-through technologies, and the discovery that they connect plants in underground networks, the ‘Wood Wide Web’, is transforming the way we understand ecosystems. Yet they live their lives largely out of sight, and over ninety percent of their species remain undocumented.Entangled Life is a mind-altering journey into this hidden kingdom of life, and shows that fungi are key to understanding the planet on which we live, and the ways we think, feel and behave. The more we learn about fungi, the less makes sense without them.

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The Brilliant Abyss : Exploring the Majestic Hidden Life of the Deep Ocean, and the Looming Threat That Imperils It - Thryft
Helen Scales

The Brilliant Abyss : Exploring the Majestic Hidden Life of the Deep Ocean, and the Looming Threat That Imperils It

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The Brilliant Abyss is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the unseen world of the deep ocean. With vivid descriptions and passionate writing, Helen Scales brings to life the majesty and mystery of this alien realm, while also highlighting the urgent need to protect it. Through her book, readers can gain a better understanding of the interconnected ecosystem of the deep, its impact on our daily lives, and the potential consequences if it is further exploited.

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Every Species is a Masterpiece - Thryft
Edward O. Wilson

Every Species is a Masterpiece

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This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about conservation and understanding the intricate beauty of our planet's ecosystems. Edward O. Wilson's profound writings not only showcase the richness and diversity of life on Earth but also emphasize our responsibility to protect and preserve these fragile ecosystems. Through his mesmerizing exploration, Wilson sparks a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inspiring readers to take action and become advocates for a greener, more sustainable future.

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What Is Life? : Five Great Ideas in Biology - Thryft
Paul Nurse

What Is Life? : Five Great Ideas in Biology

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"What Is Life?" is a great read for anyone who is curious about biology and wants to understand the fundamental concepts that make up life. The book uses personal anecdotes and the history of science to introduce readers to the five great ideas of biology: the Cell, the Gene, Evolution by Natural Selection, Life as Chemistry, and Life as Information. Paul Nurse writes with great passion and brings to life the excitement of scientific discovery, making this book an engaging and enlightening read for both experts and non-experts alike.

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The Weather Machine : How We See Into the Future - Thryft
Andrew Blum

The Weather Machine : How We See Into the Future

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"The Weather Machine" offers a fascinating insight into the science behind weather prediction. Blum takes readers on a journey through the inventions and algorithms that make it possible to forecast the weather with increasing accuracy. This book provides an appreciation for the immense cooperation and dedication of people worldwide to this remarkable collaborative invention which helps people to save lives and make better plans.

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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.