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Hope Against Hope

Out of the Woods

Hope Against Hope

We are told we are living in the middle of a climate crisis of unprecedented proportions. As doomsday scenarios mount, hope collapses. Even as more and more people around the planet experience climate disaster as immediate and urgent, our imagination and programs for transformation lag. The disasters are already here, and the crises, longstanding, are ongoing. In Hope Against Hope , the Out of the Woods collective investigates the critical relation between climate change and capitalism and...

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Out of the Woods

Horse Brain, Human Brain

Janet Jones

Horse Brain, Human Brain

Over 85% of horse training problems are due to humans being unable to think like a horse The first book written for horsemen by a doctor of cognitive science Throughout the book there are «barn side» applications of brain scienceit's not a text book! Readers will walk away knowing more about their own brains as well as their horses

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Janet Jones

Hurricane Harvey's Aftermath

Kevin M. Fitzpatrick

Hurricane Harvey's Aftermath

Heartbreaking stories from survivors along the Texas Gulf Coast Hurricane Harvey was one of the worst American natural disasters in recorded history. It ravaged the Texas Gulf Coast, and left thousands of people homeless in its wake. In Hurricane Harvey’s Aftermath , Kevin M. Fitzpatrick and Matthew L. Spialek offer first-hand accounts from survivors themselves, providing a rare, on-the-ground perspective of natural disaster recovery. Drawing on interviews from more than 350 survivors, the...

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Kevin M. Fitzpatrick

Social DNA

M. Kay Martin

Social DNA

What set our ancestors off on a separate evolutionary trajectory was the ability to flex their reproductive and social strategies in response to changing environmental conditions. Exploring new cross-disciplinary research that links this capacity to critical changes in the organization of the primate brain, Social DNA presents a new synthesis of ideas on human social origins – challenging models that trace our beginnings to traits shaped by ancient hunting economies, or to genetic platforms...

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M. Kay Martin

The Outdoor Citizen

John Judge

The Outdoor Citizen

A groundbreaking volume from the president and CEO of the Appalachian Mountain Club makes the profound argument that to preserve the environment, a revolution must take place in which every person becomes a champion for nature and the outdoors. In The Outdoor Citizen , John Judge coins the term “Outdoor Citizen” as he delivers a remarkably persuasive argument for why we must all become citizens of the natural world, reconnecting with life’s most essential...

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John Judge

Drugi koniec smyczy

Patricia McConnell

Drugi koniec smyczy

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Patricia McConnell

Douglas Fir

Stephen F. Arno

Douglas Fir

Westerners familiar with their forests may think they know the Douglas fir–but how well do they? Douglas firs are found in the continental northwest from British Columbia to as far south as Oaxaca, Mexico. They flourish in the Cascades, Rocky Mountains, Sierra, and other mountain ranges, as well as in desert valleys. Incredibly hardy, this tree adopts various strategies to occupy more kinds of habitats than any other native tree, even becoming an uncontrollable invader in...

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Stephen F. Arno

Snake in the Grass

Larry Perez

Snake in the Grass

A plague is spreading throughout the Florida Everglades. The nonnative Burmese python—one of the largest snakes on the planet—is now known to be reproducing freely in the shallow waters of the famed River of Grass. Over the past decade, thousands of pythons have made themselves at home across the landscape. And though scientists work feverishly to learn as much as possible about this unprecedented invader, methods of control remain elusive. Many questions remain in the wake...

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Larry Perez

Meditations of John Muir

Chris Highland

Meditations of John Muir

Editor Chris Highland pairs 60 insightful Muir quotes with selections from other celebrated thinkers and spiritual texts. Take this pocket-size guide with you on backpacks, nature hikes, and camping trips.

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Chris Highland

Bird Senses

Graham R. Martin

Bird Senses

Graham Martin takes the reader deep into the world of birds from a new perspective, with a ‘through birds’ eyes’ approach to ornithology that goes beyond the traditional habitat or ecological point of view. There is a lot more to a bird’s world than what it receives through its eyes. This book shows how all of the senses complement one another to provide each species with a unique suite of information that guides their daily activities. The senses of each bird have been fine-tuned by natural...

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Graham R. Martin

Reconciling agricultural production...

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Reconciling agricultural production with biodiversity conservation

Covers the theoretical framework underpinning biodiversity conservation in agriculture: landscape approaches, methods for mapping and modelling biodiversity, and ways of assessing the economic value of biodiversity conservation practices Comprehensive review of the range of biodiversity conservation practices such as field margins, hedgerows, agroforestry and improved grassland managementIncludes case studies of successful biodiversity conservation programmes

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Strawberries

James F Hancock

Strawberries

This new and updated edition of a popular text provides a broad, balanced review of the scientific knowledge of strawberries and their cultivation. The worldwide strawberry industry has grown substantially since the original book was published, and methods of culture have undergone extensive modifications. This volume incorporates important changes to the taxonomy of strawberries and new understanding of how its ancestors evolved. It includes coverage of new disease and pest control methods and...

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James F Hancock

The Golden Rules of Positive Puppy...

Jean Cuvelier

The Golden Rules of Positive Puppy Training

Whether you’ve had a puppy before, it’s been awhile, or you’re totally new to having a furry friend, A Puppy’s First Year will be your go-to guide that’s fun to read, visually adorable, and full of must-have information. Providing easy step-by-step instructions on training methods and how to best care for a puppy, this is an enjoyable read with tons of helpful tips and charming drawings and photographs to prepare you and your new puppy for a wonderful first year together!

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Jean Cuvelier

The Complete Book of Dog Breeding

Dan Rice

The Complete Book of Dog Breeding

A veterinarian with many years of canine practice experience offers guidance to novice and professional dog breeders, emphasizing the responsibilities of reputable breeders to their dogs and to the buyers of the puppies they produce. Topics covered include: the choosing, health, quality, and conditioning of brood stock; practical DNA use, and Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) surveys and data storage to scientifically improve the selection of healthy brood stock and puppies; potential...

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Dan Rice

Tourism and Earthquakes

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Tourism and Earthquakes

This book offers a comprehensive overview of the relationship between tourism and earthquakes through all stages of a disaster. It discusses the measures available to manage tourism after earthquakes and examines the means to mitigate the potential impacts of earthquakes on tourism. The chapters address important questions such as ‘are tourists who come to earthquake regions immediately after an earthquake a benefit or a burden for recovery?’ and ‘should priority be given to evacuate tourists...

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Goldendoodles

Edie Mackenzie

Goldendoodles

Lively, funny, intelligent, and true: that's the Goldendoodle. This beautiful dog is a cross between the cheerful, happy-go-lucky Golden Retriever and the faithful, fun-loving Poodle. First bred about three decades ago, these now-popular dogs make faithful household companions. Here is everything new pet owners will need to know about life with their Goldendoodle. Like all of B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals , this book is filled with useful information and heavily illustrated...

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Edie Mackenzie

Pheasant Shooting - With Chapters o...

Anon

Pheasant Shooting - With Chapters on Planning Large and Small Covert Shoots, Notes on Successful Shoots in England and Help to Choose the Correct Gun

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Anon

Training Your Labrador Retriever

September Morn

Training Your Labrador Retriever

Books in B.E.S. Training Your Dog series offer breed-specific advice on virtually every aspect of canine training, including housebreaking, obedience to basic verbal commands and hand signals, retrieving, and walking on a leash. Also covered are humane methods of breaking a dog's bad habits. The typical Labrador Retriever is good-natured by temperament and willing to please his master–qualities that make him relatively easy to train. In this book, the author takes Lab...

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September Morn

The Cat Handbook

Karen Leigh Davis

The Cat Handbook

This book tells readers what they need to know about acquiring and caring for cats–both the ordinary household kind and the registered breeds. Here are facts, advice, and insights into feline psychology. B.E.S. Pet Handbooks present comprehensive information and helpful advice from breeders, veterinarians, and other pet experts on housing, feeding, health care, and where applicable, grooming and training. Filled with photo illustrations, these instructive books resemble...

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Karen Leigh Davis

B.E.S. Dog Training Bible

Andrea Arden

B.E.S. Dog Training Bible

This complete guide was written for new dog owners or for prospective pet parents who are about to acquire a canine companion. Author Andrea Arden is a well-known trainer who currently works on Animal Planet's shows, Underdog to Wonderdog, Dogs 101, and Cats 101. She begins by pointing out the importance of understanding canine psychology and a dog's learning capacity as necessary prerequisites to effective and humane training. Also discussed are...

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Andrea Arden

Training Your Shih Tzu

J. Walker

Training Your Shih Tzu

It's well known that each canine breed has its own traits, but when acquiring a new pet dog, many inexperienced owners mistakenly assume that the «one-size-fits-all» approach is adequate for purposes of dog training. This title in B.E.S. Training Your Dog pet care series focuses on the distinctive traits of the Shih Tzu. Dog owners learn humane but effective methods of housebreaking and paper training, obedience training, teaching the dog to respond to verbal commands,...

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J. Walker

Training Your Pug

Brenda Belmonte

Training Your Pug

It's well known that each canine breed has its own traits, but when acquiring a new pet dog, many inexperienced owners mistakenly assume that the «one-size-fits-all» approach is adequate for purposes of dog training. This new title in B.E.S. Training Your Dog pet care series focuses on the distinctive traits of the Pug. Dog owners learn humane but effective methods of housebreaking and paper training, obedience training, teaching the dog to respond to verbal commands,...

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Brenda Belmonte

Great Danes

Rachel Cawley

Great Danes

The large and handsome Great Dane is impressive in stature, but despite his formidable appearance he is typically friendly and good-natured. Books in the B.E.S. Dog Bibles series are breed-specific titles that present veterinarian-approved advice and information on canine care and training. Each Dog Bible describes the title breed's traits, history, and behavior characteristics. These books also instruct readers on what to look for when choosing a...

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Rachel Cawley

American Pit Bull Terrier Handbook

Joe Stahlkuppe

American Pit Bull Terrier Handbook

Owners of this assertive breed are advised on the importance of rigorous but humane obedience training. All other aspects of purchase, health care, feeding, and housing are discussed in detail. Titles in B.E.S. popular Pet Handbooks series instruct pet owners on health care, proper feeding and housing, and other facts important to owners and their pets.

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Joe Stahlkuppe

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