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Book by McMartin, Barbara

“An unprecedented and brilliant combination of economic, political, and natural history.”—Bill McKibben, author of The End of Nature

At first glance, the Adirondack forest is lush with green leaves. But look closer and you will see forest green in the wings of luna moths and the songs of the katydids. What else is there to see on a walk through the woods? Splashes of color paint the forest's canvas through the seasons. Take a walk through the pages of this book, where the true colors of the Adirondack woodlands show themselves in beautiful and surprising ways.

An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the stories of 80 plants from around the globe.In his follow-up to the bestselling Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori takes another trip across the globe, bringing to life the science of plants by revealing how their worlds are intricately entwined with our own history, culture and folklore. From the seemingly familiar tomato and dandelion to the eerie mandrake and Spanish 'moss' of Louisiana, each of these stories is full of surprises. Some have a troubling past, while others have ignited human creativity or enabled whole civilizations to flourish. With a colourful cast of characters all brought to life by illustrator Lucille Clerc, this is a botanical journey of beauty and brilliance.'A beautiful celebration of the plants and flowers that surround us and a quiet call to arms for change' The Herald'This charming and beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a voyage of discovery, exploring the many ingenious and surprising uses for plants in modern science and throughout history' Kew Magazine'With beautiful illustrations from Lucille Clerc, this captivating book traverses the globe via plants: nettles in England, mangoes in India and tulips in the Netherlands' Daily Mail

Through the Squamish language and cultural traditions, learn about Indigenous plant relationships and how we are all connected to nature through plant-based foods, medicines, and materials. The best way to learn about plants is through observing and interacting with living examples. Join Held by the Land author Leigh Joseph and her children in The Land Knows Me, an educational, hands-on journey to discover all the wonderful uses and gifts of the plants around us. Through the Indigenous traditions of Squamish culture you’ll learn how to ground yourself on the land, how to introduce yourself in the Squamish language to your plant relatives, and the many teachings about plants, cultural stories, and learnings related to the flora seen on your walk.This essential and colorful introduction to Indigenous plant knowledge includes informative sidebars, reflection questions, and plant names in both Squamish and English so children can learn a new language. The Land Knows Me concludes with a 15 plant profile directory featuring detailed plant illustrations and kid-friendly botanical drawings to aid in learning about the many great uses for plants and the native history behind them. You’ll meet plants like:Ḵwiĺayus (kw-ill-eye-os), Red-Flowering Currant, Ribes sanguineumḴ’emeláý (k-em-ill-eye), Bigleaf Maple, Acer macrophyllumSéliýaý (s-elle-ee-eye), Oregon Grape, Mahonia nervosaXápaýay (hey-pie-eye), Western Red Cedar, Thuja plicataḴwe7úpaý (kw-oh-pa-eye), Pacific Crabapple, Malus fuscaAnd more!The directory also includes important safety and proper harvesting information for parents who are looking for more opportunities to educate and engage with kids while getting to know the secrets of the land around us. Including mindfulness activities, how-to crafts, and yummy treats, The Land Knows Me calls you back again and again to learn something new with each engaging read!Follow the stream, cross the field, and step into a forest full of rich, botanical diversity rooted in history and tradition.

Discover your park with this enchanting coloring book commemorating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service, featuring the most iconic landscapes and flora and fauna from all fifty-nine national parks, and a foreword by National Parks Conservation Association President and CEO Theresa Pierno. Celebrate America's natural treasures-from the gleaming bronze vaults of Arches to the golden marshlands of the Everglades, the shooting geysers of Yellowstone to the breathtaking granite mountains of Yosemite, the fire and water of Hawai'i Volcanoes to the spectacular woodlands and coastal tide pools of Acadia, the spectacular ice walls of Glacier Bay to the salt flats of Death Valley-with this coloring book that showcases the wonders of our land. The National Parks Coloring Book is filled with stunning line drawings that depict scenes from all of the fifty-nine national parks, along with spot illustrations of native plant and animal life, and information about each park.A must-have for park fans and nature lovers of all ages, The National Parks Coloring Books is reminder of the priceless legacy Americans today have inherited from our forefathers-a precious gift to be treasured and preserved for future generations, from from sea to shining sea.

The Mau Mau – the name of a secret society that once struck terror into the hearts of British settlers in Kenya. An episode in history that ended in a State of Emergency, with violent and brutal acts dividing a nation. This is an intensely personal and vivid story of two boys: one black, one white. Once they were friends even though their circumstances are very different. But in a country riven by fear and prejudice, even the best of friends can betray one another . . .Internationally acclaimed and award-winning author Beverley Naidoo explores new territory in this beautifully realized and moving story set in Britain's colonial past.

British Columbia is richly blessed with lush temperate rainforests, snow-capped mountains, rugged coastlines and unique wildlife. 125 Nature Hot Spots in British Columbia is a beautifully illustrated guidebook that explores this Canadian province’s remarkable splendour and natural diversity. This second edition has been totally updated with new information and 25 additional destinations for nature lovers. Each entry includes a descriptive destination profile, beautiful full colour photographs and at-a-glance information about the location and available activities. This new edition also features QR codes, which will allow readers to easily access information online about each hot spot. The destinations are divided into six chapters — Vancouver Island and the Coast; Central British Columbia; Lower Mainland; Okanagan, Similkameen and Area; Kootenay Region; and Northern British Columbia. Here are just some of the new locations featured in this new edition: Howe Sound Crest Trail, which follows a picturesque ridge overlooking Howe Sound; Nootka Island, where you can spot coastal wolves and whale watch from shore; Savary Island, which has rare forested sand dunes; Willow Point Reef, an accessible spot to explore tidepools teeming; with sea creatures and many more!Anyone who is eager to discover new places in British Columbia to hike, photograph wildlife, camp and paddle — whether going on a day trip, a weekend getaway or an extended holiday — will welcome this thorough and appealing guidebook.

Reaching from interior Alaska across Canada to Labrador and Newfoundland, North America's boreal forest is the largest wilderness area left on the planet. It is critical habitat for billions of birds; more than 300 species regularly breed there. After the breeding season, many boreal birds migrate to seasonal habitats across the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. This volume brings together new research on boreal bird biology and conservation. It highlights the importance of the region to the global avifauna and to the connectivity between the boreal forest and ecoregions throughout the Americas. The contributions showcase a unique set of perspectives on the migration, wintering ecology, and conservation of bird communities that are tied to the boreal forest in ways that may not have been previously considered.

A captivating A–Z treasury for the tree hugger in all of usTreepedia is an entertaining and fact-filled illustrated compendium of tree lore. Featuring nearly 100 entries—on topics ranging from tree ecology and conservation to the role of trees in religion, literature, art, and movies—this enticing collection is a celebration of all things arboreal.In this charming book, Joan Maloof explains the difference between a cedar and a cypress, and reveals where to find the most remarkable trees on the planet. She tells the story behind the venerable Bodhi Tree, and describes peculiar species like baobabs and Fitzroya. Maloof profiles legendary conservationists such as Julia "Butterfly" Hill, John Muir, Wangari Maathai, and Ken Wu. She discusses reforestation, proforestation, emerald ash borers, the ents from The Lord of the Rings, culturally modified trees, the ill-fated and controversial Redwood Summer, and much more. The book's portable size makes it the perfect travel companion no matter where your love of the forest may lead you.With enchanting illustrations by Maren Westfall, Treepedia is a fun and informative book that is guaranteed to inspire anyone who has ever enjoyed a walk in the woods.Features a cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped designUses 100 percent recycled, uncoated, wood-free paper

Discover the incredible history and diversity of the African continent in all its splendour with this stunningly illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia.This fascinating and beautiful book is divided into broad geographical sections which celebrate and showcase the peoples, landscapes and wildlife from different regions of this great continent, and bright and bold illustrations bring these facts to life. Learn about the astonishing history of the continent, as the birthplace of the very first human beings, through rich historical civilisations such as the ancient Egyptians, the Benin Empire and the Kingdom of Kush, up to the development of the dynamic cities of the modern day. Africana explores: The beautiful visual cultures and artwork from across Africa, including the printed cottons of Guinea and the mud cloth of Mali Famous figures from African history and modern-day change makersThe incredible landscapes and wildlife of the continent, ranging from the deserts of the north, the rainforests of the central regions and the savannahs of the south Featuring a stunning copper foil–detailed cover, this large-format book is packed with maps, timelines and much, much more to open your eyes to the beauty and brilliance of this diverse continent.

In Life Cycles: Forest, discover which creatures are at the top and bottom of three forest food chains, and learn what happens at each stage of their life cycle. At the end of each spread, use the picture clue to guess which forest predator is waiting to pounce! Explore the forests of southern Asia, North America and southern Africa to find out which creatures live there... and which will make a tasty snack!Each book in this essential series reveals the life cycles of ten fascinating living things in a particular habitat. The life cycles link together to create three food chains. At the end of the book is a simple overview of how the three food chains interact to create a food web. With clear text and punchy photographs, this is a captivating introduction to habitats and ecosystems.

A unique and essential bird-watching tool—featuring stickers and logbook entries for each bird, an illustrated species catalog, and space for your notes.Birding is a fun pastime that people of all ages can enjoy in just about any location. It's an activity shared by more than 96 million people in the United States alone. Worldwide, birding is a multimillion-dollar industry and popular ecotourism activity. You're about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime!If you head out armed with binoculars, you might be left with lots of fond memories of the birds you saw, but they tend to blend together and get fuzzy in detail over time. Bird Watchers' Field Guide Sticker & Logbook is here to tackle that challenge, as the one-stop resource for recording your sightings of some of the most widespread birds of North America. Whether you’re just getting started birding or want to build on your existing knowledge, this field guide and logbook provides you with all you need, making it the companion in the field.Divided into bird types (Birds of Prey, Large Land Birds, Small Open-Country Birds, Small Woodland Birds, Large Wading Birds, Ducklike Birds, Gull-like Birds, and Shorebirds), the field guide makes it easy to track your birds. Inside this gorgeously illustrated guide, you’ll find:The basics of birdwatching, including when, where, and what to look for, as well as how to take accurate notes.A unique layflat logbook, filled with tips to get the most out of bird-watching, so you can chart your own findings and observations.Beautiful illustrations of more than 75 of the most commonly seen birds in North America in one comprehensive species catalog with informative text and fun tidbits of bird trivia.Stickers for each bird, plus more unique stickers for added fun, setting this book apart from all the other bird logbooks.  Perfectly sized to fit into a shoulder bag next to your binoculars, and featuring a layflat binding for easy writing and stunning imagery throughout, Bird Watchers' Field Guide Sticker & Logbook is the one book you won’t want to leave home without.

Enhance your birding adventures with this stunning visual directory—featuring removable prints and photos.With their enchanting songs and soaring flights, birds are a welcome source of joy in our hectic lives. The Visual Directory of Birds of North Americainvites you to explore your fascination with these lovely creatures by learning about their distinctive features and habits, and collecting art and photos depicting them.This richly illustrated hardcover book includes:The basics of birding, including where, when, and howDetailed illustrations of common North American birdsInformation on their distinctive colors and markings, migration habits, bird calls, and moreCollectible ephemera of bird art prints and photographsWhether you’re an avid birder or a budding enthusiast seeking more information about these wonderful creatures, this beautiful visual directory will become a treasured reference.

North Carolina's varied natural Landscapes; For seventy years, The Natural Gardens of North Carolina has been a must-read volume for anyone interested in wildflowers, native plants, ecology, or conservation in the state. This handsome revised edition features new line drawings and color photographs, an appendix that updates the botanical nomenclature, an introduction that focuses on B. W. Wells and his passion for the state's landscape, and an afterword that discusses the continuing relevance of Wells's ideas. One of the first scientists to write and lecture about ecology, Wells introduced North Carolinians to the extraordinary tapestry of ""natural gardens,"" or plant communities, within the state's borders back in 1932. His purpose was to help readers understand a plant within its community - a pioneering concept at the time - and to promote conservation. Moving from the Atlantic coast westward, Wells identifies eleven major natural gardens: the sand dune community, salt marsh, freshwater marsh, swamp forest, aquatic vegetation, evergreen shrub bog (or pocosin), grass-sedge bog (or savanna), sandhill, old-field community, upland forest, and high mountain spruce-fir forest. He devotes the first part of his book to a general account of the vegetation and habitats of each community and then identifies and describes the wildflowers found there.