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Irish Contemporary Landscapes in Literature and the Arts
by Marie MianowskiLooking at representations of the Irish landscape in contemporary literature and the arts, this volume discusses the economic, political and environmental issues associated with it, questioning the myths behind Ireland's landscape, from the first Greek descriptions to present day post Celtic-Tiger architecture.
It's Not Rocket Science
by Ben MillerThe Top Ten BestsellerBlack holes. DNA. The Large Hadron Collider. Ever had that sneaking feeling that you are missing out on some truly spectacular science? You do? Well, fear not, for help is at hand. Ben Miller was working on his Physics PhD at Cambridge when he accidentally became a comedian. But first love runs deep, and he has returned to his roots to share with you all his favourite bits of science. This is the stuff you really need to know, not only because it matters but because it will quite simply amaze and delight you. 'Let me show you another, perhaps less familiar side of Science; her beauty, her seductiveness and her passion. And let's do it quickly, while Maths isn't looking' - Ben Miller 'This book makes climate change actually seem interesting. Not just important - it's obviously important - but interesting. As a result I bought lots of other books about climate change, something I now regret'- David MitchellBen Miller is, like you, a mutant ape living through an Ice Age on a ball of molten iron, orbiting a supermassive black hole. He is also an actor, comedian and approximately one half of Armstrong & Miller. He's presented a BBC Horizon documentary on temperature and a Radio 4 series about the history of particle physics, and has written a science column for The Times. He is slowly coming to terms with the idea that he may never be an astronaut.
It's Not Rocket Science
by Ben MillerThe Top Ten BestsellerBlack holes. DNA. The Large Hadron Collider. Ever had that sneaking feeling that you are missing out on some truly spectacular science? You do? Well, fear not, for help is at hand.Ben Miller was working on his Physics PhD at Cambridge when he accidentally became a comedian. But first love runs deep, and he has returned to his roots to share with you all his favourite bits of science. This is the stuff you really need to know, not only because it matters but because it will quite simply amaze and delight you.'Let me show you another, perhaps less familiar side of Science; her beauty, her seductiveness and her passion. And let's do it quickly, while Maths isn't looking' - Ben Miller'This book makes climate change actually seem interesting. Not just important - it's obviously important - but interesting. As a result I bought lots of other books about climate change, something I now regret'- David MitchellBen Miller is, like you, a mutant ape living through an Ice Age on a ball of molten iron, orbiting a supermassive black hole. He is also an actor, comedian and approximately one half of Armstrong & Miller. He's presented a BBC Horizon documentary on temperature and a Radio 4 series about the history of particle physics, and has written a science column for The Times.He is slowly coming to terms with the idea that he may never be an astronaut.
Jakarta: 25 Excursions in and Around the Indonesian Capital
by Melanie Wood Andrew WhitmarshLinking over 500 activities and attractions into 25 half-day and full-day excursions, this is the first in-depth book on Jakarta that tells you exactly where to go, what to do and how to get there in order to maximize your enjoyment of the city.
Japan's Dietary Transition and Its Impacts (Food, Health, and the Environment)
by Vaclav Smil Kazuhiko KobayashiAn examination of the transformation of the Japanese diet from subsistence to abundance and an assessment of the consequences for health, longevity, and the environment.In a little more than a century, the Japanese diet has undergone a dramatic transformation. In 1900, a plant-based, near-subsistence diet was prevalent, with virtually no consumption of animal protein. By the beginning of the twenty-first century, Japan's consumption of meat, fish, and dairy had increased markedly (although it remained below that of high-income Western countries). This dietary transition was a key aspect of the modernization that made Japan the world's second largest economic power by the end of the twentieth century, and it has helped Japan achieve an enviable demographic primacy, with the world's highest life expectancy and a population that is generally healthier (and thinner) than that of other modern affluent countries. In this book, Vaclav Smil and Kazuhiko Kobayashi examine Japan's gradual but profound dietary change and investigate its consequences for health, longevity, and the environment.Smil and Kobayashi point out that the gains in the quality of Japan's diet have exacted a price in terms of land use changes, water requirements, and marine resource depletion; and because Japan imports so much of its food, this price is paid globally as well as domestically. The book's systematic analysis of these diverse consequences offers the most detailed account of Japan's dietary transition available in English.
Jessie's Island
by Sheryl McFarlane Sheena LottAs Jessie looks out over her island home, she sees a world of endless variety, from killer whales in the strait and bald eagles soaring overhead to anemones and tiny hermit crabs on the shore. She thinks of countless days spent exploring, fishing, swimming and canoeing. Told with lyric simplicity, this story is more than a celebration of West Coast life; it is also a reminder of the joy of childhood and the thrill of discovery. In a time when our children's entertainment has become increasingly formal and high-tech, Jessie's Island reminds us of the joy of unstructured play and the pleasures to be found in the natural world around us.
Jessie's Island
by Sheryl McFarlaneWith a long list of activities and events to attend, cousin Thomas paints a picture of city life that makes Jessie’s world seem a little dull in comparison. When her mother suggests they invite Thomas to visit their island, Jessie wonders glumly what she could possibly write in her letter that would sound as exciting as zoos, planetariums or video arcades. But as Jessie looks out over her island home, she sees a world of endless variety, from killer whales in the strait and bald eagles soaring overhead to anemones in tide pools and tiny hermit crabs on the shore. She thinks of countless days spent exploring, fishing, swimming and canoeing.
JFK's Secret Doctor: The Remarkable Life of Medical Pioneer and Legendary Rock Climber Hans Kraus
by Susan E.B. SchwartzSet against the grand panorama of twentieth-century world events, it captures the remarkable life and spirit of climbing and medical visionary Hans Kraus (1905-1966). Kraus was taught English by James Joyce, escaped Nazi dominated Europe, and was JFK’s secret back specialist. A legendary rock climber known for hair-raising ascents on two continents, Kraus lived a life filled with tragedy and triumph, intense passion, verve, and a whole lot of guts, glory, and wit. One of the great unsung medical pioneers of the twentieth century, Kraus made headline news throughout the second half of the 1950s, was a guest of honor at Eisenhower’s White House, and was the subject of cover stories in major magazines throughout America, including Sports Illustrated. His pioneering work in muscles and fitness uncovered a shocking truth about a lack of fitness in American children, and his work curing back pain brought him into the Kennedy White House and inner circle of Camelot. Here now is the life of Hans Kraus, including the behind-the-scenes story of Kennedy’s crippling back problems, based on new documentation, including White House medical records and interviews with two Kennedy White House doctors. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
John Clarke
by Lisa BaileClarke had no interest in "trophy climbs" and never did ascend many of BC's highest peaks. On the other hand, he explored more virgin territory and racked up more first ascents than any other climber-perhaps more than any climber who ever lived.Although he came to be honoured far and wide and is one of the few mountaineers to be awarded the Order of Canada, he was a modest man who pursued his passion without fanfare, frequently embarking on gruelling expeditions into unknown territory by himself. His reputation spread and grew to legendary proportions, not just owing to the prodigious scale of his achievements, but because of the way he carried them out-he travelled light and scorned technology, wearing cotton long johns and eating homemade granola.He dedicated his life to exploring the numberless, nameless peaks of the Coast Range and worked at odd jobs just long enough to pay for the next season's climbing. He was charismatic and famously attractive to women, but none were able to compete with his first love and he didn't marry until he was almost fifty. Always a popular lecturer, in his later years he devoted his considerable energies to the cause of environmental education. After he succumbed to cancer in 2003, the BC government named Mount John Clarke in his honour-fitting recognition for the man who had himself named many BC mountains.John Clarke: Explorer of the Coast Mountains covers this remarkable life from beginning to end, examining Clarke through his own words and pictures as well as through the words of his many friends. All agree it was an honour to have known him, and readers will find it equally inspiring to meet him through these pages.
The Journey Back
by Priscilla CummingsEscaped and on the run, can Digger find redemption? His bold escape from a juvenile detention facility nearly kills him, but soon an angry fourteen-year-old Digger is on the run, hijacking a tractor trailer, "borrowing" a bicycle, and stealing a canoe. When injuries stop him, Digger hides at a riverside campground, where he befriends a young boy and a girl his own age. New friends, a job caring for rescued horses, and risking his life to save another make Digger realize that the journey back is not just about getting home, it's about discovering what he's really running from, and how to come to terms with his troubled past.
Journey to Inspired Art Quilting: More Intuitive Color & Design
by Jean WellsDiscover your artistic voice Expand your creative horizons and embrace the process of developing your design skills using your own intuition. Jean provides you with more design guidelines and new exercises to hone your natural intuitive skills, then she encourages you to go out there and express yourself! Packed with inspiring quilt images, this book walks you through effective approaches to art quilting from journaling your ideas to unifying your design. • Continue your art quilting journey with Jean in this follow up to Intuitive Color & Design • Learn how to recognize those "big ideas" that become inspirational starting points for your art • 9 classroom-tested design assignments help you trust your creative instincts and develop distinctive work
The Joy of Foraging: Gary Lincolff's Illustrated Guide to Finding, Harvesting, and Enjoying a World of Wild Food
by Gary LincoffDiscover the edible riches in your backyard, local parks, woods, and even roadside with tips from the author of The Complete Mushroom Hunter.In The Joy of Foraging, Gary Lincoff shows you how to find fiddlehead ferns, rose hips, beach plums, bee balm, and more, whether you are foraging in the urban jungle or the wild, wild woods. You will also learn about fellow foragers—experts, folk healers, hobbyists, or novices like you—who collect wild things and are learning new things to do with them every day. Along with a world of edible wild plants—wherever you live, any season, any climate—you’ll find essential tips on where to look for native plants, and how to know without a doubt the difference between edibles and toxic look-alikes. There are even ideas and recipes for preparing and preserving the wild harvest year-round—all with full-color photography. Let Gary take you on the ultimate tour of our edible wild kingdom!“Gary Lincoff’s book provides a good jumping-off place for those who would like to foster an appreciation for the mostly unlooked-for abundance that surrounds people wherever they are, and an ability to find hidden sustenance in everyday places.” —Englewood Review of Books
Justine McKeen, Pooper Scooper (Orca Echoes)
by Sigmund BrouwerJustine McKeen, the Queen of Green is ready for her third adventure! Justine McKeen talks a little too much, bosses a little too much, and tells the truth, just not all at once. She's trying to save the planet, one person at a time, and when she decides to get something done, it's a lot of fun. In Justine McKeen, Pooper Scooper, the third book in the Justine McKeen series, Justine gets her friends to help her clean up the dog poop in the park across from the school board's offices in an effort to get the attention of the superintendent of schools. She hopes the efforts of her crew of cheerful pooper scoopers will help get the superintendent to see that bringing their school librarian back to work is the right thing to do.
Justine McKeen, Walk the Talk (Orca Echoes)
by Sigmund BrouwerMeet Justine McKeen. She's the Queen of Green! She talks a little too much, bosses a little too much and tells the truth, just not all at once. She's trying to save the planet, one person at a time, and when she decides to get something done, it's a lot of fun. In Justine McKeen, Walk the Talk, the second book in the Justine McKeen series, Justine decides there are too many cars idling in front of her school. So she comes up with a solution that should help keep the air cleaner. But she soon discovers not many adults trust her crazy ideas.
Kaufman Field Guide to Nature of New England
by Kenn Kaufman Kimberly KaufmanWhether you're walking in the woods or along the beach, camping, hiking, canoeing, or just enjoying your own backyard, this book will help identify all your nature discoveries. With authoritative and broad coverage, using nontechnical and lively language, this guide is an essential reference for nature lovers living in or visiting New England.
Kelvin McCloud and the Seaside Storm
by Michael ErbAn anonymous note in the middle of the night, an obituary for a banker who died in a hailstorm, and a mysterious woman vanishing down the stairwell: these clues lead Henry Alabaster and his uncle Kelvin McCloud to a spooky mansion in a coastal town. As a weather detective, Kelvin knows a thing or two about hailstorms, and then strange events surrounding the banker's death suggest foul play. Henry teams up with the fiery, artistic Rachel to help his uncle investigate, and they learn a lot about weather on the way. Nothing--not a thunderstorm, threats, burglary, a baseball bat-wielding suspect, nor even a devastating fire--can keep Henry and his team from chasing down the truth.
Kiki the Orangutan
by Arie KomalasariKiki is bored. And hungry! His family is busy, he wants to play, but no one has the time. So Kiki goes for a walk...and that's where all the trouble begins!Kiki the Orangutan is the charming tale of a naughty but good-natured orangutan who simply cannot resist stealing a bunch of ripe bananas from his neighbor's tree. After he has eaten them, however, he finds out that the bananas were going to be used to make banana bread-his favorite food-for the Banana Festival the next day. Now his poor neighbor has no bananas left to make any bread! Can Kiki make up for his actions and find a new bunch of bananas in time?
The Kirtland's Warbler: The Story of a Bird's Fight Against Extinction and the People Who Saved It
by William RapaiAt a time when the world is seeing its species rapidly go extinct, the Kirtland's warbler is not just a survivor, it's a rock star. The Kirtland's warbler is the rarest warbler species in North America and will always be rare because of its persnickety nesting preferences. But when the total population fell below 400 birds in the 1970s and 1980s---driven largely by a loss of habitat and the introduction of a parasite---a small group of dedicated biologists, researchers, and volunteers vowed to save the Kirtland's warbler despite long odds. This is the story of the warbler's survival and gradual recovery, the people and policies that kept it from extinction, and the ongoing challenges that may again jeopardize the bird's future. InThe Kirtland's Warbler, William Rapai explores the bird's fascinating natural history as well as the complex and evolving relationships between the warbler, its environment, its human protectors, and state and federal policies that today threaten to eradicate decades of work done on the species' behalf. Beginning with an account of the warbler's discovery in the mid-nineteenth century and ornithologists' desperate hunt for information on the elusive new species, the book goes on to examine the dramatic events that quickly led to the warbler's precarious status and its eventual emergence as a lightning rod for controversy. The Kirtland's warbler is often described as a "bird of fire" for its preference for nesting in areas cleared by wildfire. But it also warrants the name for the passion it ignites in humans. Both tragic and uplifting, the story of this intriguing bird is a stirring example of how strong leadership, vision, commitment, sustained effort, and cooperation can come together to protect our natural world.
Kissed by a Fox: And Other Stories of Friendship in Nature
by Priscilla Stuckey"Dissatisfaction with nature flows throughout Western civilization, as deep as its blood, as abiding as its bones. Convinced to the marrow that something is deeply wrong with nature, . . . the Western world tries to remake it into something better."For Priscilla Stuckey, this is a fundamental and heartbreaking misconception: that nature can be fixed, exploited, or simply ignored. Modern societies try to bend nature to human will instead of engaging in give-and-take with a living, breathing land community.Using her personal experiences as the cornerstone, Stuckey explores the depth of relationship possible with the birch tree in our backyard, the nearby urban creek, the dog who settles on our bed each night.Drawing inspiration from sources as varied as ancient philosophers and contemporary biologists, Stuckey challenges readers to enact a different story of nature, one in which people and place are not separate, where other creatures respond to human need, and where humans and all others together create the world.With the eloquence of the great nature writers before her, Stuckey encourages us to open ourselves to the unlimited possibilities of a truly connected life.
Kite Day: A Bear and Mole Story (Bear and Mole #2)
by Will HillenbrandOn a windy spring day, Bear sniffs the air. Could it be. . . Kite day? Rushing home he tells Mole, and the two fast friends get to work building a kite of their own. They study, and collect, and measure, and construct—and soon, their kite is flying high above the meadow. But when a storm rumbles in—SNAP!—the kite string breaks, and all their hard work soars away. Chasing after it, Mole and Bear discover all is not lost—wedged in the branches of a tree, their kite protects a nest of baby birds from the pouring rain. Will Hillenbrand's Bear and Mole series is the perfect choice for storytime sharing or reading aloud. Strong verbs, repetitive phrases, and fun-to-read sounds keep young listeners and readers engaged with the story, while the gentle illustrations add detail and quiet humor. Kids will delight in poring over these books again and again. Don't miss the other Bear and Mole titles, including All For a Dime, Spring is Here, and First Star!
Kitty Literature: An Illustrated Collection for Cat Lovers
by William Shakespeare L. Frank Baum Rudyard Kipling Miguel De Cervantes Edgar Allan Poe Charles Darwin Emily Dickinson Mark Twain Charles Dickens Louisa May Alcott Alexandre Dumas Lewis Carroll Henry David Thoreau Oscar Wilde John Greenleaf Whittier Sir Walter Scott Washington Irving Anton Chekhov Lafcadio Hearn Beatrix Potter John Keats Bram Stoker P. G. Wodehouse Harriet Beecher Stowe H. P. Lovecraft Carl Sandburg E. E. Cummings John Muir Leonardo Da Vinci William Wordsworth W. B. Yeats Charles Baudelaire William Carlos Williams The Brothers Grimm Percy Bysshe Shelley John Richard Stephens Arthur Rackham Vincent Van Gogh John James Audubon Paul Gauguin Pierre Bonnard Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes Teddy Roosevelt Louis Wain Samuel F. B. Morse Goya Marc Chagall Ando Hiroshige Pierre-Auguste Renoir Pablo Picasso Thomas Eakins Henri RousseauPeople have been fascinated by cats for centuries. From the ancient Egyptians, all the way down to today's cat lovers throughout the world, cats have held a special place in people's lives. Cats are unique creatures. It shouldn't be surprising that they have captured the imaginations of many of the world's greatest authors and artists.This book contains 242 illustrations selected from the world's best cat art by 58 great artists, and explores stories, poetry, essays and quotations on cats by 37 of the most acclaimed and classic writers.From Beatrix Potter to Louisa May Alcott to Teddy Roosevelt, this eclectic collection features writings about cats by such great masters as Dickens, Kipling, Chekhov, Poe, Lovecraft, Keats, Shelley, Yeats, Whittier, Audubon, Muir, Thoreau, and Mark Twain, accompanied by fine art museum pieces by Renoir, da Vinci, van Gogh, Rousseau, Hiroshige, Goya, Chagall, Gauguin, and Picasso.Kitty Literature is perfect for anyone who lives with one or more cats. It will also make an excellent gift book.(321 pages, 242 illustrations)
Kitty Literature: An Illustrated Collection for Cat Lovers
by William Shakespeare L. Frank Baum Rudyard Kipling Miguel De Cervantes Edgar Allan Poe Charles Darwin Emily Dickinson Mark Twain Charles Dickens Louisa May Alcott Alexandre Dumas Lewis Carroll Henry David Thoreau Oscar Wilde John Greenleaf Whittier Sir Walter Scott Washington Irving Anton Chekhov Lafcadio Hearn Beatrix Potter John Keats Bram Stoker Harriet Beecher Stowe H. P. Lovecraft Carl Sandburg E. E. Cummings John Muir Leonardo Da Vinci William Wordsworth W. B. Yeats Charles Baudelaire William Carlos Williams The Brothers Grimm Percy Bysshe Shelley John Richard Stephens Arthur Rackham Vincent Van Gogh John James Audubon Paul Gauguin Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes Teddy Roosevelt Louis Wain Samuel F. B. Morse Goya Ando Hiroshige Pierre-Auguste Renoir Thomas Eakins Henri RousseauPeople have been fascinated by cats for centuries. From the ancient Egyptians, all the way down to today's cat lovers throughout the world, cats have held a special place in people's lives. Cats are unique creatures. It shouldn't be surprising that they have captured the imaginations of many of the world's greatest authors and artists.This book contains 229 illustrations selected from the world's best cat art by 49 great artists, and explores stories, poetry, essays and quotations on cats by 36 of the most acclaimed and classic writers.From Beatrix Potter to Louisa May Alcott to Teddy Roosevelt, this eclectic collection features writings about cats by such great masters as Dickens, Kipling, Chekhov, Poe, Lovecraft, Keats, Shelley, Yeats, Whittier, Audubon, Muir, Thoreau, and Mark Twain, accompanied by fine art museum pieces by Renoir, da Vinci, van Gogh, Rousseau, Hiroshige, Goya, Gauguin, and many others.Kitty Literature is perfect for anyone who lives with one or more cats. It will also make an excellent gift book.(306 pages, 229 illustrations)
Klima
by Gerd GanteförPanikmache oder sicheres Weltende? Was vom "Klimawandel" wirklich zu halten istKaum ein Thema erregt die Gemüter so wie die Frage, ob der Klimawandel uns alle ins Verderben stürzt oder wir nur einer Angst fördernden Kampagne hysterischer Umweltaktivisten aufsitzen. Die Diskussionen werden heiß geführt und münden oft in extreme Positionen und widersprüchliche Szenarien. Und eines ist bei alldem selten zu finden: verlässliche Orientierung. Genau diese bietet Gerd Ganteför mit seinem Buch.Orientierung durch WissenGerd Ganteför überprüft die gängigen Argumente, Mythen und Legenden: unabhängig, seriös und wissenschaftlich fundiert. So leistet er nicht nur eminent wichtige Aufklärungsarbeit, sondern fördert auch einige handfeste Überraschungen zu Tage. Der staunende Leser erfährt etwa, dass Flugreisende energieeffizienter unterwegs sind als Autofahrer, und er bekommt eine Vorstellung davon, was die Menschheit bei der nächsten Eiszeit erwartet. Ganz nebenbei vermittelt der Autor dabei fundiertes Wissen zu den zentralen Zukunftsthemen Klima und Energie.Provokation mit ArgumentenGanz bewusst tritt Gerd Ganteför der grassierenden "Lust am Untergang" entgegen. So verweist er auf die Vorteile der Klimaerwärmung, bindet Kohle- und Kernkraftwerke in eine Strategie zum Naturschutz ein und bescheinigt den Verfechtern regenerativer Energien, einem schönen Traum nachzuhängen. Selten sind solche Thesen mit so guten Argumenten vertreten worden wie in diesem Buch.
Knotting and Splicing Ropes and Cordage: With Numerous Engravings And Diagrams (classic Reprint)
by Paul N. HasluckWhen it comes to explaining crafters' tools and techniques, craftsman Paul N. Hasluck is a true master. In Knotting and Splicing Ropes and Cordage, Hasluck covers everything, from the basics of rope formation to trying useful knots, splicing rope, working cordage, tying fancy knots, using different ties and lashings, and more--all among more than 200 intricate illustrations. Great for sailors, Scouts, climbers, cavers, rescue workers, or anyone who is simply interested in learning the skills behind knotting and splicing, this classic work holds the very foundation of the art.
Ladybug Girl and Bingo
by Jacky DavisLulu and Bingo are best friends! Whenever they play outside, Bingo always stays close by Lulu's side. When they go camping for the very first time, Lulu does her best to be responsible, and hold on tight to Bingo's leash. But what happens when Bingo wants to explore the forest on his own and runs off? This is a job for Ladybug girl! Picture descriptions present.