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"Piet the squirrel feels all alone in his forest home. Luckily, Peter the Forester has the perfect plan to cheer him up: a search for tree children. You can't be lonely in a forest full of friends! As they wander, Peter shares amazing facts about trees--how they communicate and care for each other, and the struggles they endure"--

Ancient civilizations routinely relied on shackled human muscle. It took the energy of slaves to plant crops, clothe emperors, and build cities. In the early 19th century, the slave trade became one of the most profitable enterprises on the planet. Economists described the system as necessary for progress. Slaveholders viewed religious critics as hostilely as oil companies now regard environmentalists. Yet the abolition movement that triumphed in the 1850s had an invisible ally: coal and oil. As the world''s most portable and versatile workers, fossil fuels replenished slavery''s ranks with combustion engines and other labor-saving tools. Since then, oil has changed the course of human life on a global scale, transforming politics, economics, science, agriculture, gender, and even our concept of happiness. But as best-selling author Andrew Nikiforuk argues in this provocative book, we still behave like slaveholders in the way we use energy, and that urgently needs to change. Cheap oil transformed the United States from a resilient republic into a global petroleum evangelical, then a sickly addict. Modern economics owes its unrealistic models to fossil fuels. On the global stage, petroleum has fueled a demographic explosion, turning 1 billion people into 7 billion in just a hundred years.

Life With Picasso, by Gilot and Carleton Lake was reissued in 2019 by NYRB Classics, introducing many more readers to the talented artist who famously said 'no' to Picasso.Intrigued readers will be interested in this book, in which Gilot reflects back on her life with and without Picasso, many years later in her 90's.Gilot will turn 99 in 2020Will appeal to people interested in the talented women who stood in the shadows of famous men, and readers of recent popular books that discuss this subject, such as Paula McLain's The Paris Wife and Therese Anne Fowler's Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald

An award-winning writer reveals a changing China-one conversation and adventure at a time. When Stephan Orth lands in China, he knows it's his last visit, having lied about his job as a journalist to get into the country. So, he makes the most of it, couch-surfing with locals instead of hitting the nearest hotel. Starting in Macau-a former Por

More than 1.5 billion people around the world have chronic pain, and 1 in 5 North Americans suffer from it Gaétan Brouillard is one of North America's top experts on pain, who works acupuncture, naturopathy, osteopathy, and hypnotherapy into his clinical approach Originally published in French, his book has sold over 40,000 copies in Quebec alone Dr. Brouillard promotes a multifaceted approach to health centered around the person, not the problemExplores the benefits of many diverse techniques to reduce and eliminate chronic pain, including acupuncture, physical therapy, stretches and exercises, massage, injections, and surgery

An award-winning science journalist explains what Earth's frozen waters tell us about the past, present, and future of humanity."The Kingdom of Frost," or what scientists call the cryosphere, refers to all of Earth's frozen waters. Glaciers, ice caps, and fields of Arctic snow-the cryosphere is vital to our survival. It supplies us with water and helps cool cities from Bangladesh to Bangkok, Los Angeles to Oslo.In this captivating, eye-opening account, esteemed Norwegian writer Bjørn Vassnes interweaves brilliant climate reporting with the fascinating story of Earth's frozen world. He draws on cultural history and anthropology to tell us how the cryosphere once helped to spark life on Earth-and how it continues to sustain us despite its shrinking size.And he answers pressing questions such as: What will happen if it all disappears?

A renowned sexologist shows us we're not alone when it comes to problems of sex and love.Ann-Marlene Henning has improved the sex lives of thousands through her TV show and advice blog. Now, readers can experience her sought-after talk therapy in Let's Talk About Sex, which illuminates common bedroom plights with real client stories. Meeting with couples of diverse identities and sexual orientations, Henning offers a rare window into the therapist's mind. She shares her first impressions, explains her thinking as she decides what to ask now (and what to save for later), and solves problems that range from disagreements over fetishes to a lackluster sex life.The result is a timely portrait of modern sex, one that raises as many questions as it offers real, tangible solutions.

Emma Hansen's blog post sharing her grief about her son's stillbirth went viral with thousands of people sharing the post as well as their own experiences with stillbirth. Although an estimated 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss, and 1 in 125 end in a stillbirth, there are few books about the experience, and it is rarely talked about out loud. Stillbirth is isolating, and this memoir can help those who have experienced it know they are not alone and there is hope after such a terrible loss. Still will appeal to anyone who has experienced a pregnancy loss, as well as their family and loved ones. Emma Hansen is a social media influencer with a popular blog and an Instagram account that has 16.5k followers

For seventeen years, Ian McAllister has lived on the rugged north coast of British Columbia, one of the last places on the planet where wolves live relatively undisturbed by humans. The Last Wild Wolves describes his experiences over that period following two packs of wolves, one in the extreme outer coastal islands and another farther inland in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest.The behavior of these animals -- which depend on the vast old-growth forest and its gifts -- is documented in words and pictures as they fish for salmon in the fall, target seals hauled out on rocks in winter, and give birth to their young in the base of thousand-year-old cedar trees in spring. Most interestingly, scientific studies reveal a genetically distinct population of wolves -- one that is increasingly threatened by human incursions.

A touching story of friendship and empathy celebrating the traditional way of life of the indigenous Ewenki peoples of Mongolia. Award winning artist and sculptor Jiu'er illustrates.

"Franny has a new friend--a crow who brings her presents in its beak. Like a red button! And a silver heart! Franny's dad doesn't believe her. He says crows and kids can't be friends. But Franny knows better. How will Franny prove her new playmate is real? And what will the crafty crow bring next?"--Provied by publisher.

"... a young, brave wolf named Spur is looking for food with her brother when, suddenly, a flying beast appears in the sky. What was that thing? And where did her brother go? The next time the helicopter appears, Spur knows just what to do to save her wolf pack and reunite with her brother."--Provided by publisher.e

A walk in the park will never be the same after kids discover this awe-inspiring book. Meet Peter Wohlleben - but you can call him Peter the Forester! With his groundbreaking, internationally bestselling book 'THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES', Peter Wohlleben established himself as a global advocate for forests and our relationship with trees. Now, Peter shares his famous imagination and storytelling style with children, asking surprising questions about trees with exciting quizzes, photographs, and hands-on activities to help even the most reluctant learners discover the answers. Did you know that trees have parents, and tree grandparents with wrinkles? That tree kids go to school for hundreds of years? That there is such a thing as the forest internet? And that trees make us healthy and strong. Sometimes, even trees get sick, but we can help them heal. CAN YOU HEAR THE TREES TALKING shares the mysteries and magic of the forest in language kids will love and understand.

From an award-winning essayist and acclaimed poet comes this radiant, observant, and warmly funny memoir about childhood, family, and small-town life.Carla Funk grew up in a place of logging trucks and God, pellet guns and parables. Every Sunday, she sat with her mother and brother in the same pew at the Mennonite church while her dad stayed home with his cigarettes and a fridge full of whiskey. In these tender, humorous stories, Funk stitches together the wondrous and the mundane: making snow angels and carrying sacks of potatoes, tossing pig bladders like footballs, and vying for the Christmas pageant spotlight.Part ode to childhood, part love letter to rural life, Every Little Scrap and Wonder offers an original take on the memories, stories, and traditions we all carry within ourselves, whether we planned to or not.

The first-ever biography of "The Oprah of Afghanistan": refugee, pop singer, and champion of women's rights who continues to fight for change.

A sweeping, beautiful survey of all things winter. Brunner masterfully does in words what resilient and adventurous people have done in their lives for centuries; he finds beauty in blizzards and ice and the crystallized enchantment of snow." -Dan Egan, Pulitzer finalist and author of The Death and Life of the Great LakesIn Winterlust,

A shockingly intimate look at the world of honor killings, as seen through the eyes of both the perpetrators and the victims.

The author of "Couchsurfing In Iran" checks out the lived experience of the modern day Russia that the headlines don't pick up on, revealing a lively culture, a concerning political climate and a fundamentally complex reality.

Inspiring and honest, this unique memoir of gender transition and coming-of-age proves it’s never too late to find your true identity.Since he was a small child, Lorimer Shenher knew something for certain: he was a boy. The problem was, he was growing up in a girl’s body.In this candid and thoughtful memoir, Shenher shares the story of his gender journey, from childhood gender dysphoria to teenage sexual experimentation to early-adult denial of his identity—and finally the acceptance that he is trans, culminating in gender reassignment surgery in his fifties. Along the way, he details his childhood in booming Calgary, his struggles with alcohol, and his eventual move to Vancouver, where he became the first detective assigned to the case of serial killer Robert Pickton (the subject of his critically acclaimed book That Lonely Section of Hell). With warmth and openness, This One Looks Like A Boy takes us through one of the most important decisions Shenher will ever make, as he comes into his own and finally discovers acceptance and relief.

All the essays are original, unpublished works by up and coming, diverse literary voicesFurthers the #metoo conversation in a meaningful wayBrings #metoo to the next stage, addressing the long aftermath of sexual assaultEssays will help survivors and their allies gain language to discuss the issueForeword writer, Jessica Valenti, is well-known as a commenter on this and similar issues

Simple tips and recipes to help women balance their hormones, boost their energy, and change their lives.What if you could feel happier, more energized, and less stressed, simply by changing the way you eat? In this informative book, vitality expert Marjolein Dubbers offers effective, easy-to-follow advice women can use to take charge of their hormones, improve their mood, and transform their health—one bite at a time.In clear, upbeat language, Hormone Power reveals the ins and outs of the endocrine system, explaining how estrogen, progesterone, insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, leptin, and ghrelin work in the body—and why they so often let women down. Debunking diet myths, Dubbers shares practical tips for how to harness these important hormones and improve everything from unwanted weight gain to low libido, menstrual pain to menopause symptoms. Along the way, she provides innovative ways to incorporate healthy habits into daily life, including delicious recipes for homemade granola, green breakfast smoothies, mouthwatering avocado lemon tarts, and more.

"Only God can make a tree," wrote Joyce Kilmer in one of the most celebrated of poems. In their book, authors Suzuki and Grady extend that celebration. The richly detailed text and Bateman's original art pay tribute to this ubiquitous organism that is too often taken for granted.