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This large format desk diary features gorgeous images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

Pet-owners and animal-lovers instinctively know that animals heal. This book offers the evidence, drawing widely on scientific discoveries, history, and Indigenous knowledge.We meet a pot-bellied pig who saved her owner's life, lions who guarded a girl from kidnappers, dolphins and whales rescuing people in danger, and dogs who can smell cancer and phone the Emergency Services.Animal sounds, from insects to birdsong and the purring of cats, are directly medicinal and their presence can heal the pain of loneliness. Animals, including donkeys, can be natural therapists for the hurt psyche, alleviating trauma, fear and depression.In this original, revelatory and exuberant book, Jay Griffiths explores how animals can have a role in every level of healing, from the individual to the collective, guiding us in how we might create societies that are healthier, fairer and kinder. Wolves may be teachers of ethics; monkeys and dogs can object to unfairness and bees take collective decisions. Animals are irresistible medicine for a healthy culture, animating the arts with spectacular vitality and verve, as poetry knows.Open-hearted, playful and wise, How Animals Heal Us puts animals at the heart of a restorative vision of health.

Birds are a way to engage with nature that is accessible to all who want to experience it. If you can use any of your senses, (apart from taste, you can't just lick a bird), then you can be ?a birder'. If you can hear the beatboxing starling from the tree outside your garden, you can be a birder. If you can see the flash of navy plumage as a swallow swoops above you as you lay on the grass, you can be a birder.

The definitive photographic guide to the vibrant and under-explored avifauna of Uruguay. As a grassland country in the heart of the pampas, Uruguay is a fantastic destination for birdwatchers. With around 450 regularly occurring species, the country boasts iconic species such as Greater Rhea, Crane Hawk, Maroon-bellied Parakeet and Saffron-cowled Blackbird, as well as pampas specialities including Curve-billed Reedhaunter and Pampas Meadowlark. The perfect companion for any wildlife-friendly visitor, Birds of Uruguay provides photographic coverage of more than 320 species that regularly breed in or pass through the country. Concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution and habitat, with each photograph carefully selected to aid identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in Uruguay is also included. Portable yet authoritative, this is the perfect guide for birdwatchers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich country in South America.

This book highlights the forgotten dogs of childhood, and the Hazel, extravagant chihuahuas, faithful companions of Yves Saint Laurent for more than 20 years and includes nearly 80 images of photographic archives and drawings by the artist.

Time outdoors is always well spent. It raises the spirits, sparks the imagination and, as research increasingly shows, measurably improves our physical and mental wellbeing. Rhythms of Nature celebrates this fundamental relationship with the natural world, and considers some ways we might rediscover it.After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low hills of mid-Devon between Exmoor and Dartmoor.Here he tries new approaches to exploring the local countryside. He learns the edible species, follows streams (wherever they may lead) and slips unseen through private estates. He experiments with rewilding the garden, goes on night-time rambles and watches the changing seasons in super high definition.Following on from the author's acclaimed Human, Nature, this engaging and thought-provoking book offers simple suggestions for how to enliven a sense of wonder in our surroundings. A paean to the 'neglected' and untidy places that can enrich our lives, it will appeal to anyone wishing to develop a deeper connection with wildlife or who has a desire to seek out the wilder corners of our landscape.

An exquisitely illustrated chronicle of Hannah Dale's year spent deeply immersed in rewilding her Lincolnshire farm.

Whether you are seeking to bring animal magic into your practice or simply want to bond with a furry, finned, or feathered friend in more meaningful ways, this guide will expand your magical practice and amplify your power with the help of an animal familiar. MORE THAN JUST BLACK CATS... Discover your personal animal familiar and open yourself to a new way of working alongside the animal kingdom in your magical practice. More than simple elements to be added to spells, animals are allies who can teach any witch about energy, life force, and different kinds of consciousness. For centuries, witches have been linked with familiars such as black cats; however, the world of animal familiars is not limited to felines. Dogs, birds, rodents, reptiles, and even the guppies in your aquarium can be your special companions and magical co-creators. And familiars are not just limited to the pets that we live with; animals in the wild can also enhance our magic and teach us valuable spiritual lessons. In this comprehensive book, you'll learn how to identify an animal familiar and invite them into your witchcraft practice. You'll find spells to attract, protect, and bond with your familiar. You'll learn magical ways to calm your familiar and even rituals to help your familiar transition at the end of life. You'll access ways to talk to your familiar and build psychic links to help you understand them. You'll discover ways to invite your familiar to participate in your magical rituals, to exchange spiritual energy with your familiar, and even learn how to shapeshift into animal form.

Get the most out of your domestic cat with this helpful and handy Cuddle Unit 5™ operating instruction manual. The Cat Operator's Manual is a fresh and quirky guide to understanding your cat, complete with assembly, warnings, insights into all of your Cuddle Unit 5™'s features and modes, and a bonus sticker sheet. We recommend that you read these operating instructions thoroughly to quickly become acquainted with your Cuddle Unit 5™ and enjoy all of its features. In these pages, you'll find many useful tips and information concerning your safety, how to care for your Cuddle Unit 5™, and how to maintain Cuddle Unit 5™’s interest in you, including: Decipher your Cuddle Unit 5™'s Mood Mode Indicator. Understand when your unit is in Eco Mode and when it's time for Solar Charging. Learn more about how Turbo Mode is activated. Read up on how your Cuddle Unit 5™ will interface with robotic vacuum cleaners and recreational catnip. With tongue-in-cheek advice and spot-on illustrations that feel just like browsing a real user manual, this book gets two opposable thumbs up. We hope you enjoy your Cuddle Unit 5™ and wish you safe and pleasant petting.Thank you for choosing Cuddle Unit 5™—we value your trust in us.UNBEATABLE GIFT FOR CAT LOVERS: This cheeky manual makes a fantastic present for all the cat ladies, cat moms, cat dads, and cat people in your life. There's even a bonus sticker sheet inside!  PLAYFUL AND UNIQUE MUST-HAVE: Packaged to look like a vintage operating manual, The Cat Operator's Manual takes cats to a whole new level. For anyone who ever wished their cats could come with instructions—now they do!  SILLY YET PRACTICAL CAT FACTS BOOK: This humorous manual stems from real information about cats, such as what triggers their zoomies, why they need to lay in the sun without moving an inch for hours, and why they may leave you unwelcome treats in unexpected places.Perfect for: Cat lovers Gift-giving from the cat, for first-time cat owners, or to celebrate a pet adoption Engineers, technical writers, and anyone who enjoys spending time with a good operations manual Fans of quirky books and popular animal humor books such as I Could Pee on This, The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, and How to Pet a Cat

From the award-winning author of Finding Home and Rescue Cats: a dazzling collection of photographs of cats throughout the iconic city of Rome.  Whether you are a cat lover, armchair traveler, or photography buff, Traer Scott’s Cats of Rome will entice you into this ancient city that is home to more than 300,000 cats. Of these, at least one-third are thought to be feral. As Roman cats are protected by law, they have the right to live where they choose in architectural ruins, parks, and neighborhoods throughout the city. In seventy-five brilliant color photographs, Rome’s feline denizens are shown as they live naturally among stunning, classical backdrops, with visual whispers of the gattaras—the often nameless and plentiful women of Rome who volunteer to care for the feral colonies. These beautiful cats are safe, cared for, and magnificent, and this keepsake volume is perfect for anyone who has visited Rome or dreams of doing so. CELEBRATED PHOTOGRAPHER: Traer Scott, award-winning photographer and animal welfare activist, turned her lens on the cats of Rome as she explored the Eternal City and sought out evidence of its estimated four thousand feral cat colonies. Through her practiced lens, these majestic felines and their breathtaking surroundings—from the Colosseum to lush cemeteries to the ruins of Porta Magica—create an irresistible travelogue for cat lovers and travel enthusiasts alike. Scott’s bestselling animal photography books include Forever Home, Radiant, and Shelter Dogs. CAT COFFEE TABLE BOOK: Several children’s books feature the wondrous cats of Rome, but this is the first photography book to showcase the beloved cat sanctuaries of this historic and uniquely beautiful European city. ITALIAN HISTORY: Each chapter showcases one of Rome’s vibrant cat colonies, with introductory text about the location, a brief bit of history, and an overview of the cat population’s roots within it. From ancient to modern Rome, this artful book offers a visual journey through a mesmerizing place.Perfect for: Cat lovers and collectors of cat photography Travelers and armchair travelers Fans of Italian culture, history, and architecture Readers who enjoy nature, animal, and travel coffee table books

Identify raptors of the northeastern United States with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by group and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information.Make birdwatching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekielas famous field guide, raptor identification is simple and informative. Theres no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that dont live in your area. The Birds of Prey of the Northeast Field Guide features 30 speciesevery type of raptor found in the region. For ease of use, the guide is organized by group: eagles, falcons, hawks, kites, owls, and vultures. When you see a bird of prey, you can determine its group by common visual characteristics. Then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is!This second edition includes updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stans expert insights. So grab the Birds of Prey of the Northeast Field Guide for your next birding adventureto help ensure that you positively identify the raptors you see in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, DC.Inside youll find:Only Northeastern raptors: every species found in the regionSimple organization: identify species by group and then by sizeQuick-compare section: sketches, silhouettes, and photos for side-by-side comparisonsStans Notes: naturalist tidbits and factsProfessional photos: crisp, stunning images

Few sporting events attract as much attention, or create as much spectacle, as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Each March, despite subzero temperatures and white-out winds, hundreds of dogs and dozens of mushers journey to Anchorage, Alaska, to participate in "The Last Great Race on Earth," a grueling, thousand-mile race across the Alaskan wilderness.While many veterinarians apply, only a small number are approved to examine the elite canine athletes who, using solely their muscle and an innate drive to race, carry handlers between frozen outposts each year, risking injury, illness, and fatigue along the way. In Four Thousand Paws, award-winning veterinarian Lee Morgan-a member of the Iditarod's expert veterinary corps-tells the story of these heroic dogs, following the teams as they traverse deep spruce forests, climb steep mountain slopes, and navigate over ice-bound rivers toward Nome, on the coast of the Bering Sea, where the famed Burled Arch awaits.From the huskies of Iditarods past to the intrepid dogs of today, Morgan shows how these fierce competitors surmount the dangers of the Arctic, aided, along the way, by attentive mushers and volunteer veterinarians. A world away from his Georgetown veterinary clinic, Morgan examines dogs at each checkpoint, and sees how their body language reflects the thrill of the race-and how, when pulled from it, they often refuse to eat. As in any team sport, distinct personalities among the sled dogs create complex group dynamics, and Morgan captures moments of intense rivalry, defeat, camaraderie, and, ultimately, triumph.In the tradition of Why Elephants Weep, Four Thousand Paws is an intimate look inside the animal mind, and an exciting new account of a storied race.

In Dogs of the World, animal illustrator Lili Chin introduces more than six hundred breeds of dog from around the globe in a captivating canine gallery, from the English Springer Spaniel and Moroccan Aïdi to the Thai Ridgeback and the New Guinea Singing Dog - as well as those dogs with no defined breed at all.You'll learn about different dog types and their working roles, such as herding, livestock guarding, scent detection, dog sports, and companionship; understand what terms like purebreed and landrace mean; trace the history of modern dogs through a vibrantly visual timeline; and pick up insights on breed health risks, personality traits, and how ancestry DNA tests work.Featuring adorable artwork alongside rigorous research vetted by dog history experts, behaviour professionals and veterinarians, Dogs of the World is a loving and accessible guide to the diversity of our canine companions.

Filled with inspirational tales, War Dog Heroes is a moving tribute to the noble war dogs who supported their human comrades throughout the world's most challenging conflicts. Whether serving as sentries, messengers or trackers, the dogs within these stories all share three things in common: bravery, intelligence and unwavering loyalty.

Embrace the spirit of exploration, connect with nature, and elevate your birdwatching adventures with the new enhanced edition of Sappi Birds of South Africa.

This completely revised field guide to one of Africa's finest birding spots, the Kruger National Park and adjacent Lowveld, is packed with new information on all of the more than 550 species that have been recorded to date.

A fanciful collection featuring gorgeous detailed imagery of the world's most fabulous insects Discover the Titan of the Amazon, the "antosaur," fabulous butterflies with birdlike wings, and even more of the world's most unbelievable insects in this collectible volume. Richly illustrated and written by eminent entomologists, this work unveils 50 insects (from among the million hopefuls) that illustrate the beauty and strangeness of this universe, their world so close and yet so mysterious. What is this beetle that symbolized the sun for the Egyptians? Who is the Maoris' "god of ugly things"? How did Darwin predict the existence of a butterfly without ever having seen one? The diversity and sheer global number of insects influences the balance of terrestrial natural environments. They evoke both our fear and fascination. Some were worshipped, others inspire technical uses, and often, their appeal inspires artists or poets. That's why this book also explores how insects have inspired artwork and scientific innovation throughout history.

"Find pleasure, joy, and calm through communing with nature's majesty in a self-care book overflowing with untamed beauty. Chad Hanson's captivating photography allows us to observe wild horses in their natural element, offering life-changing moments of splendor, mindfulness, and wonder"--

Learn to identify 36 of Australia's most common birds and develop your birdwatching skills while creating great memories with family and friends. Backyard Birdwatching helps to increase the environmental life skills of people of all ages and create conversation and activity around the birds in your backyard or local park. Birdwatching is easy, costs nothing and is a great discussion topic maintaining a thread from one day to the next. It is also an activity which can be activated quickly with few resources.

“I read this book in one sitting. I loved the story of the two boys, of their relationships with the nature around them, their community, and their relationship with each other.”—Marc Hamer, author of the Indie Next Picks How to Catch a Mole and Spring RainIn the vein of H is for Hawk and The Book of Eels, this moving memoir shines a light on the transformative power of nature as it tells the story of two boys, Jean and Johnny, who learned the language of birds.This captivating book brings together two birds of a feather: Jean and Johnny, boys from very different worlds growing up in a small village in France. Jean is the genteel pharmacist’s son, dressed in his Sunday best; Johnny’s father is a rough, working-class sheep herder, always with the odor of animals clinging to him. Each year, over three hundred bird species visit their village, which intersects a major migratory flyway.The two boys’ stories converge when Jean enters a bird-calling contest. He places second, and at only eleven years old becomes a child celebrity on the bird-calling circuit. Then Johnny starts to compete as well. At the annual bird festival, both boys are standouts, and a long, admiring rivalry develops between them, eventually culminating in the European championships.As they evolve as performers, the two boys’ identities become more distinct: Jean is soft-spoken, while Johnny likes to play to the crowd. While most of their competitors are adult men, hunters who learned to call birds for sport, the two boys are fascinated with the pure beauty of birdsong, and in trying to transcend themselves through imitating birds. Their shared passion develops into an enduring partnership as performers, and they go on to tour the world in concert as the Bird Singers.This is a story as much about friendship as it is about birdsong. The setting is timeless and bucolic, with long walks to small village schools, games of pick-up soccer, and father-son birding trips. The chapters, which bounce back and forth between the two narrators, are woven through with descriptions of colorful characters in the bird-calling competition circuit and the kind of ornithological detail that can only come from a true passion for birds. There is poetry in the description of the different birds, from common seagulls to thrushes and bluethroats and nightingales, and something like communion in the way Jean and Johnny understand the feathered friends they imitate.Unique, evocative, and cinematic, The Bird Singers is the story of an unlikely friendship, sparked by a desire to speak with the avian world.

An enthralling exploration of the significance of birds and place through Britain's history.

Mobilising resources drawn from semiotic materialism and the environmental humanities, this book seeks a form of social theory from the mangroves; that is to think interstitiality from the perspective of mangroves themselves, exploring the crafty and tenacious world-making they are engaged in.

A unique and essential bird-watching toolfeaturingstickers 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. 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. 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 thecompanion in the field.Divided into climate regions (temperate, polar, continental, tropical, and desert), the field guide makes it easy to track your birds.Inside this gorgeously illustrated guide, you'll find:The basics of bird-watching, including when, where, and what to look for, as well as how to take accurate notes and make sketches.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 75 of the most commonly seen birds in North America in one comprehensive species catalog.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 & Logbookis the one book you won't want to leave home without.