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Islands, with their breathtaking beauty and unique ecosystems, have long been coveted as idyllic havens and coveted destinations for travelers seeking respite from the world's hustle and bustle. These pristine environments, often characterized by crystal-clear waters, lush forests, and vibrant marine life, have been cherished as jewels of nature. However, beneath their stunning exteriors, many islands grapple with a sobering reality—rising
...3) The Tree
The classic meditation on creativity and the natural world
“For years I have carried this book. . . with me on travels to reread, ponder, envy. In prose of classic gravity, precision, and delicacy, Fowles addresses matters of final importance.” —W. S. Merwin, Los Angeles Times Book Review
“The Tree is the fullest and finest exploration I’ve ever read of how
...“Lobster is served three ways in this fascinating book: by fisherman, scientist and the crustaceans themselves. . . . Corson, who worked aboard commercial lobster boats for two years, weaves together these three worlds. The human worlds are surely interesting; but they can’t top the lobster life on the ocean floor.” — Washington Post
In this intimate portrait of an island lobstering community
...An explorer recounts historic events surrounding the sinking of a seventeenth-century, eighteen-ship French fleet, along with modern-day efforts to find it.
On January 2, 1678, a fleet of French ships sank off the Venezuelan coast. This proved disastrous for French naval power in the region, and sparked the rise of a golden age of piracy.
Tracing the lives of fabled pirates like the Chevalier de Grammont, Nikolaas Van Hoorn,
Dive into the buzzing world of flies and discover the fascinating journey from tiny egg to buzzing adult in "Wings of Change: The Life Cycle of a Fly." This educational adventure is designed for young explorers aged 5-12, offering a closer look at the everyday life of one of the most common insects on our planet.
Through engaging narratives, vivid illustrations, and interactive learning points, readers will follow the transformation
...14) Shaped by Water
Dive into the fascinating world beneath the waves with "90 Incredible Fish Trivia Facts I Bet You Didn't Know!"
Explore the depths of our oceans, rivers, and lakes as you uncover the hidden secrets and astonishing facts about some of the most extraordinary creatures on Earth.
From the majestic blue whale, and the cute parrotfish, to the ferocious great white shark and the graceful manta ray, this book takes you on a whirlwind tour
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