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Geoengineering is the deliberate and large-scale intervention in the Earth's climate system in an attempt to mitigate the adverse effects of global warming. Now that a climate emergency is upon us, claims that geoengineering is inevitable are rapidly proliferating. How did we get into this? What options make it onto the table? Which are left out? Whom does geoengineering serve? These are some of the questions that the thinkers contributing to this volume are exploring.

The pollination of flowers by insects, birds and other animals is a crucial interaction that supports both the natural world and human society. Written by one of the world's leading pollination ecologists, this book offers a unique insight into the ecology and evolution of pollinators, and why they need conserving in a rapidly changing world.

A fundamental understanding of acoustic detection principles, study planning, data handling, properties of bat calls, manual identification of species, automatic species recognition, analysis of results, quality assurance and the background physics of sound.

A guide for communities to face the challenges of climate change and begin their 'energy descent'. The argument that 'small is inevitable' is upbeat and positive and utterly convincing.

A global tour of earth repair and some of the unsung heroes pushing the boundaries of ecological restoration to show how even the world's most wounded places can be revivedThe book begins in China's Loess Plateau, where a landmark project successfully restored a blighted region the size of Belgium, lifting millions of people out of poverty.

Could an Irish monk in the sixth century really have sailed all the way across the Atlantic in a small open boat, thus beating Columbus to the New World by almost a thousand years? Relying on the medieval text of St. Brendan, award-winning adventure writer Tim Severin painstakingly researched and built a boat identical to the leather curragh that carried Brendan on his epic voyage. He found a centuries-old, family-run tannery to prepare the ox hides in the medieval way; he undertook an exhaustive search for skilled harness makers (the only people who would know how to stitch the three-quarter-inch-thick hides together); he located one of the last pieces of Irish-grown timber tall enough to make the mainmast. But his courage and resourcefulness were truly tested on the open seas, including one heart-pounding episode when he and his crew repaired a dangerous tear in the leather hull by hanging over the side--their heads sometimes submerged under the freezing waves--to restitch the leather. A modern classic in the tradition of Kon-Tiki, The Brendan Voyage seamlessly blends high adventure and historical relevance. It has been translated into twenty-seven languages since its original publication in 1978.With a new Introduction by Malachy McCourt, author of A Monk Swimming

On 25 January 2018, Elisabeth Revol and her climbing partner Tomasz Mackiewicz summited Nanga Parbat, the killer mountain. But their euphoria was short-lived as Tomek was struck by blindness. To Live is Elisabeth's account of this tragedy and the ensuing rescue operation, and is a poignant tribute to her friend and climbing partner.

With the latest title in this bestselling series, discover more than 100 ideas from the RHS to help you become an eco-friendly gardener.

A beautifully illustrated compendium of plant discovery and exploration - where horticulture and adventure collide.

An urgent and passionate plea for a new and ecologically sustainable vision of the good life.

Twenty years ago, Dan Pearson was invited to make a garden at the 240-hectare Tokachi Millennium Forest in Hokkaido, Japan. Part of the intention was to entice city dwellers to reconnect with nature and improve land that had been lost to intensive agriculture and this was achieved along with much more. By tuning into the physical and cultural essence of the place and applying a light touch in terms of cultivation, this world-class designer created a remarkable place which has its heart in Japan's long-held respect for nature and its head in contemporary ecological planting design. The bold, uplifting sweep of the Meadow Garden mixes garden plants with natives while the undulating landforms of the Earth Garden bring sculptural connection with the mountains beyond. Under the skilful custodianship of Midori Shintani, the garden has evolved beautifully to reflect principles that lie at the heart of Japanese culture: observation of seasonal changes, practical tasks carried out with care and an awareness of the interconnectedness of all living things. This beautiful, instructive book allows us all to experience something of the Tokachi effect, gain expert insights into how to plant gardens that feel right for their location, and reconnect with the land and wildlife that surround us.

Of all the games mountaineers play, the hardest - and cruellest - is climbing the fourteen peaks over 8,000 metres in winter. Award-winning author Bernadette McDonald tells how Poland's ice warriors made winter their own, perfecting what they dubbed 'the art of suffering'. Winter 8000 is the story of true adventure at its most demanding.

An illuminating exploration of the intersection between life, art and the sea from the award-winning author of Leviathan, or The Whale.

The challenging times we live in show us that there is no going back to 'normal' life, but how do we step forward? Looby Macnamara, international thought leader and teacher, introduces Cultural Emergence, a framework and toolkit that enables us to design the world we want to live in, creating life-sustaining and regenerative cultures.

The social history of fashion in 10 items: White T-shirt, Miniskirt, Hoodie, Jeans, Ballet flat, Breton top, Biker jacket, Little black dress, Stiletto, Trench.

Unicorns Coloring Book: Beautiful Designs for Stress Relief, Creativity, and Relaxation. Includes stress relieving designs that help you relax, unwind and relieve stress. The beautiful designs in this coloring book are printed on premium quality single-sided sheets.Coloring Books from Mantra Colors are an excellent choice. This coloring book includes: Beautiful, exquisite artwork that lets you create your own art masterpieces Designs that enable a flow of creativity as you color and relax All designs are printed on single sides sheets Printed on PREMIUM QUALITY sheets that allow you to use a variety of color types including colored pencils, crayons, gel pens and many more!About MantraMantra is a brand of Mantra Colors, a global design studio that focuses on developing premium, high-quality artwork, art products and media.

Relaxation Coloring Book: Beautiful Designs for Stress Relief, Creativity, and Relaxation. Includes stress relieving designs that help you relax, unwind and relieve stress. The beautiful designs in this coloring book are printed on premium quality single-sided sheets.Coloring Books from Mantra Colors are an excellent choice. This coloring book includes: Beautiful, exquisite artwork that lets you create your own art masterpieces Designs that enable a flow of creativity as you color and relax All designs are printed on single sides sheets Printed on PREMIUM QUALITY sheets that allow you to use a variety of color types including colored pencils, crayons, gel pens and many more!About MantraMantra is a brand of Mantra Colors, a global design studio that focuses on developing premium, high-quality artwork, art products and media.

Flowers Coloring Book: Beautiful Designs for Stress Relief, Creativity, and Relaxation. Includes stress relieving designs that help you relax, unwind and relieve stress. The beautiful designs in this coloring book are printed on premium quality single-sided sheets.Coloring Books from Mantra Colors are an excellent choice. This coloring book includes: Beautiful, exquisite artwork that lets you create your own art masterpieces Designs that enable a flow of creativity as you color and relax All designs are printed on single sides sheets Printed on PREMIUM QUALITY sheets that allow you to use a variety of color types including colored pencils, crayons, gel pens and many more!About MantraMantra is a brand of Mantra Colors, a global design studio that focuses on developing premium, high-quality artwork, art products and media.

Animal Safari Coloring Book for Adults: Beautiful Designs for Stress Relief, Creativity, and Relaxation. Includes stress relieving designs that help you relax, unwind and relieve stress. The beautiful designs in this coloring book are printed on premium quality single-sided sheets.Coloring Books from Mantra Colors are an excellent choice. This coloring book includes: Beautiful, exquisite artwork that lets you create your own art masterpieces Designs that enable a flow of creativity as you color and relax All designs are printed on single sides sheets Printed on PREMIUM QUALITY sheets that allow you to use a variety of color types including colored pencils, crayons, gel pens and many more!About MantraMantra is a brand of Mantra Colors, a global design studio that focuses on developing premium, high-quality artwork, art products and media.

The author shares a charming and eloquent account of a return to noticing, to rediscovering a perspective on the world that had somehow been lost to her for decades, and to reconnecting with the natural world. With special care and attention to the plight of pollinators, including honeybees, bumblebees, and solitary bees, she shares fascinating details of the lives of flora and fauna.

Rewild Your Garden is a captivating book written by the renowned author Frances Tophill. Published in 2020 by Quercus Publishing, this piece of literature falls under the genre of Gardening. The book aims to inspire and educate readers about the beauty of nature and the importance of rewilding our gardens. Tophill emphasizes the significance of creating a natural habitat in our own backyards to support a diverse range of wildlife. This book is not just a guide, it's a call to action, urging us to reconnect with nature and contribute to the preservation of our ecosystem. If you're a nature enthusiast or an aspiring gardener, Rewild Your Garden by Frances Tophill, published by Quercus Publishing, is a must-read for you.