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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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Last Chance to See.... - Thryft
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Douglas Adams, Mark Carwardine  | Pan Books

Last Chance to See....

$4.97

Goodreads rating: 4.32

$4.97

After years of reflecting on the absurdities of life on other planets, Douglas Adams teams up with zoologist Mark Carwardine on an expedition to find out what's happening to life on this one.
The Wisdom of Trees : A Miscellany - Thryft
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Max Adams | Head Of Zeus

The Wisdom of Trees : A Miscellany

$6.50

Goodreads rating: 4.0

$6.50

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.
Great Plains - Thryft
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Ian Frazier | Farrar, Straus And Giroux

Great Plains

$7.57

Goodreads rating: 3.95

$7.57

The author profiles the storied Great Plains of the American Midwest, relating the history, the lore, and the stories of the current inhabitants of the area
Asia Pacific Reef Guide : Malaysia, Indonesia, Palau, Philippines - Thryft
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Helmut Debelius | Conchbooks

Asia Pacific Reef Guide : Malaysia, Indonesia, Palau, Philippines

$24.00

Goodreads rating: 5.0

$24.00

By Helmut Debelius With over 1000 photographs of coral reef animals this volume covers Malaysia Indonesia Gulf of Thailand Chinese and Vietnamese
Marine Fishes of South-East Asia: A Field Guide for Anglers and Divers - Thryft
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Gerry Allen, Roger Swainston  | Periplus Editions (hk) Ltd

Marine Fishes of South-East Asia: A Field Guide for Anglers and Divers

$20.48

Goodreads rating: 4.6

$20.48

This beautifully illustrated marine fish guide encompasses the singularly diverse and rich oceans from southeast Asia to AustraliaMarine Fishes of Southeast Asia contains nearly 2,000 hand-painted illustrations featuring 1,635 individual species. The paintings were completed over a 3-year period and are primarily based on photographs or color transparencies of either live fishes taken underwater or freshly caught specimens.In many cases preserved specimens at the Western Australian Museum have been consulted to ensure accuracy of detail and proportions. The end result is a colorful and highly comprehensive guide to the sea fishes of northern Australia and the adjacent Southeast Asian region.
The Wild Places - Thryft
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Robert Macfarlane | Granta Books

The Wild Places

$6.51

Goodreads rating: 4.26

$6.51

The Wild Places is both an intellectual and a physical journey, and Macfarlane travels in time as well as space. Guided by monks, questers, scientists, philosophers, poets and artists, both living and dead, he explores our changing ideas of the wild. From the cliffs of Cape Wrath, to the holloways of Dorset, the storm-beaches of Norfolk, the saltmarshes and estuaries of Essex, and the moors of Rannoch and the Pennines, his journeys become the conductors of people and cultures, past and present, who have had intense relationships with these places. Certain birds, animals, trees and objects snow-hares, falcons, beeches, crows, suns, white stones recur, and as it progresses this densely patterned book begins to bind tighter and tighter. At once a wonder voyage, an adventure story, an exercise in visionary cartography, and a work of natural history, it is written in a style and a form as unusual as the places with which it is concerned. It also tells the story of a friendship, and of a loss. It mixes history, memory and landscape in a strange and beautiful evocation of wildness and its vital importance.
The splendour of Tasmania - Thryft
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Roddy (tex Dennis (photography) Maclean | United Press

The splendour of Tasmania

$1.94

Goodreads rating: 0.0

$1.94

1989 oversized HB with VG DJ, small edge tear near bottom of spine. Light shelf wear along bottom edge on jacket, D & L Books, clean text with one mark, an inscription on first page,wear mostly on jacket.
A guide to common garden animals - Thryft
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Joyce Foo Tok Shiew | Singapore Science Centre

A guide to common garden animals

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Goodreads rating: 0.0

$5.07

This book is perfect for nature lovers interested in learning about the diverse range of wildlife found in Singaporean gardens. Written by a local expert, it offers a comprehensive guide to identify common animals and their habits. The guide is organized in a way that encourages self-discovery and learning. The book's most unique feature is that it provides detailed information about the animals that one can find in Singaporean gardens, including their behaviour, habitat, and feeding patterns. Overall, it's a must-read for anyone interested in the natural world.
A Guide to the Ferns of Singapore
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Dr. Wee Yeow Chin | Singapore Science Centre

A Guide to the Ferns of Singapore

$70.90

Goodreads rating: 0.0

$70.90

If you're into botany or love the rich tapestry of Singapore's flora, this guide is like a treasure map for fern enthusiasts. It’s not just a catalogue; it’s an invitation to explore and appreciate the understated beauty hiding in plain sight. With this book, you're equipped to turn every walk into an educational adventure.
Of Whales and Dinosaurs : The Story of Singapore's Natural History Museum - Thryft
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Kevin Y.L. Tan | Nus Press

Of Whales and Dinosaurs : The Story of Singapore's Natural History Museum

$15.30

Goodreads rating: 3.6

$15.30

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Singapore's collection of Southeast Asian animals–one of the world's largest–dates back to the old Raffles Museum, officially established in 1878.With the opening of the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum in 2015, the original Raffles Museum has "reincarnated" and the loop on its remarkable 127-year history has closed. Beneath the sleek exterior of today's modern museum building lies a saga of titanic struggles and changes. That the collections survived at all–through the multiple challenges of the nineteenth century, the disruption of World War Two, and its potential disintegration in the face of Singapore's modernization–is nothing short of miraculous. This book is not only an institutional history of the museum but also tells the story of frustrations, commitment and courage of the numerous individuals who battled officialdom, innovated endlessly and overcame the odds to protect Singapore's natural history heritage. The book features 108 historical photographs and natural history illustrations printed in full colour throughout.
Rising from the Plains - Thryft
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John McPhee | Farrar, Straus And Giroux

Rising from the Plains

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Goodreads rating: 4.24

$4.42

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This book is a great read for anyone interested in geology or curious about the formations and history of the North American continent. McPhee's writing style presents complex geological concepts in an accessible manner, making it a fascinating and informative read. The most unique and distinctive feature of the book is how McPhee weaves together the stories of geologists and their work with the geological history of North America, creating a narrative that is both educational and engaging.
The Omnivore's Dilemma : A Natural History of Four Meals - Thryft
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Michael Pollan | The Penguin Press

The Omnivore's Dilemma : A Natural History of Four Meals

$12.21

Goodreads rating: 4.18

$12.21

The Omnivore's Dilemma is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of their food choices. Pollan takes readers on a journey through America's food industry, from industrial farming to organic and local options, asking why and how we eat what we do. This book will leave you questioning your food choices and provide a new perspective on the ways they impact both your health and the world around you.
The Golden Retriever Handbook - Thryft
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D. Caroline Coile | B E S Pub Co

The Golden Retriever Handbook

$2.33

Goodreads rating: 3.73

$2.33

Whether owners of these handsome dogs keep them as house pets or as superb hunters, they'll find this book a wealth of information on all aspects of purchasing, feeding, training, grooming, health care, and more. Titles in Barron's popular Pet Handbooks series instruct pet owners on health care, proper feeding and housing, and other facts important to owners and their pets.
Creating A Sustainable And Desirable Future: Insights From 45 Global Thought Leaders - Thryft
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Robert Costanza, Ida Kubiszewski  | Wspc

Creating A Sustainable And Desirable Future: Insights From 45 Global Thought Leaders

$7.10

Goodreads rating: 4.11

$7.10

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.
This Changes Everything : Capitalism vs. the Climate - Thryft
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Naomi Klein | Penguin

This Changes Everything : Capitalism vs. the Climate

$9.27

Goodreads rating: 4.16

$9.27

This book is a wake-up call to the damaging effects of capitalism on our planet. Naomi Klein exposes the false narratives around the climate debate, challenging our addiction to profit and growth. By showcasing inspiring examples of global resistance, she offers a glimmer of hope for a better future. This Changes Everything is an urgent and essential read for anyone seeking to understand and address the climate crisis.
The Origin of Species and the Voyage of the Beagle - Thryft
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Charles Darwin | Vintage Books

The Origin of Species and the Voyage of the Beagle

$9.36

Goodreads rating: 4.15

$9.36

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 .
We Bought a Zoo (Film Tie-in) : The Amazing True Story of a Broken-Down Zoo, and the 200 Animals That Changed a Family Forever - Thryft
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Benjamin Mee | Harpercollins

We Bought a Zoo (Film Tie-in) : The Amazing True Story of a Broken-Down Zoo, and the 200 Animals That Changed a Family Forever

$5.32

Goodreads rating: 3.53

$5.32

When Benjamin Mee decided to uproot his family and move them to an unlikely new home in Devon - a dilapidated zoo where over 200 exotic animals would be their new neighbours - his friends and colleagues thought he was crazy.Benjamin's dream was to refurbish the zoo and run it as a family business. But with a grand reopening scheduled for spring, there was much work to be done and none of it would be easy for these novice zookeepers.Benjamin's story is a remarkable tale of anxious wolves, awkward creditors, escaping big cats, the power of family and the triumph of hope over tragedy.Now a major motion picture starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson, directed by Cameron Crowe
Where the Great River Bends : A Natural and Human History of the Columbia at Wallula - Thryft
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G. Thomas Edwards, Donald M. Snow, Robert J. Carson  | Keokee Books

Where the Great River Bends : A Natural and Human History of the Columbia at Wallula

$3.14

Goodreads rating: 4.67

$3.14

A remarkable place where geography has defined history, Wallula Gap is that narrowing of the mighty Columbia River halfway between the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean where the Ice Age floods rushed through. In this book, Bob Carson and his colleagues tell a fascinating story of a striking land where the forces of geology worked on a spectacular scale, of a desert oasis where Native Americans, explorers, fur traders, promoters and entrepreneurs, and modern-day agriculturalists and wind farmers have all made their mark. Through the prism of Wallula, the historic gateway to the Columbia Plateau, readers learn much about the region in Where the Great River Bends.
Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide : Guide Book - Thryft
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Andrew Skurka | National Geographic

Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide : Guide Book

$2.01

Goodreads rating: 4.16

$2.01

Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka shares his hard-earned knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Described by  National Geographic  as “one of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet,” and named “Adventurer of the Year” by  Outside  and “Person of the Year” by  Backpacker , Skurka recounts what he’s learned from more than 30,000 miles of long-distance adventures, most recently a 4,700-mile 6-month loop around Alaska and Canada’s Yukon.Whether you’re a first-time backpacker, an occasional weekend warrior or a seasoned long-distance trekker, you’ll love this guide. Learn exactly what you need to carry – both on your back and between your ears – for all seasons and circumstances through a show-and-tell of clothing, footwear, backpacks, shelter and sleep systems, and more, as well as through detailed articles on foot care, campsite selection and hiking efficiency. Skurka’s practical and priceless recommendations give you all the tools and techniques you’ll need to hit the trail.
The Last Rhinos : The Powerful Story of One Man's Battle to Save a Species - Thryft
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Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence  | Pan Macmillan

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

$6.86

Goodreads rating: 4.44

$6.86

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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.
Arctic Dreams : Imagination and Desire in a Northern Landscape - Thryft
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Barry Lopez | Picador

Arctic Dreams : Imagination and Desire in a Northern Landscape

$4.69

Goodreads rating: 4.23

$4.69

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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.
Ain't There No More : Louisiana's Disappearing Coastal Plain - Thryft
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Robert Twilley, Donald Edward Davis, Carl A. Brasseaux  | University Press Of Mississippi

Ain't There No More : Louisiana's Disappearing Coastal Plain

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Goodreads rating: 4.29

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"Ain't There No More" is a must-read for anyone worried about rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and climate change. The book describes the struggles of Louisiana's coastal wetlands inhabitants and their environmental knowledge that could help global communities adapt to modern challenges. The authors use a combination of research and unpublished images to explore the history of the region and provide valuable insights and solutions. It is a powerful testimony to the human consequences of environmental policy and neglect.
Last Mysteries of the World - Thryft
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Reader's Digest Association | Readers Digest

Last Mysteries of the World

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Goodreads rating: 3.0

$11.09 $4.77 57% off

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This book is perfect for those who are fascinated by the unknown and have a curious mind. With its vast array of topics, it offers an enlightening read for anyone with an interest in history, science, religion, and the mysteries of the world. The book is highly informative and well-researched, containing over 1,500 illustrations that make the reading experience more engaging and captivating. Whether you are a novice or an expert on the subject matter, this book is sure to intrigue and expand your knowledge on the enigmatic and unknown aspects of our world.
Anaerobic digestion of organic solid waste for energy production - Thryft
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Satoto Endar Nayono | Karlsruher Institut Fur Technologie

Anaerobic digestion of organic solid waste for energy production

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Goodreads rating: 0.0

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Anaerobic digestion of the organic fraction of municipal solid waste as such or together with food waste, press water or patatoes sludge was investigated to equilibrate methane production within a day or over the weekend, when no OFMSW was available. A stable co-digestion process could be achieved with COD degradation between 60 and 80 %. The max. organic loading rates were 28 kg COD/L, d. For stable methane production the OLR during Co-digestion should not excede 22,5 kg/L,
Overview : A New Perspective of Earth - Thryft
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Benjamin Grant | Amphoto Books

Overview : A New Perspective of Earth

$14.55

Goodreads rating: 4.64

$14.55

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.

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.