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  A Darker Wilderness - Black...

  Erin Sharkey

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  What are the politics of nature? Who owns it, where is it, what role does it play in our lives? Does it need to be tamed? Are we ourselves natural? In A Darker Wilderness, a constellation of luminary writers reflect on the significance of nature in their lived experience and on the role of nature in the lives of Black folks in the United States. Each of these essays engages with a single archival object, whether directly or obliquely, exploring stories spanning hundreds of years and thousands of miles, traveling from roots to space and finding rich Blackness everywhere. 
   
   
   
  Erin Sharkey considers Benjamin Banneker's 1795 almanac, as she follows the passing of seasons in an urban garden in Buffalo. Naima Penniman reflects on a statue of Haitian revolutionary François Makandal, within her own pursuit of environmental justice. Ama Codjoe meditates on rain, hair, protest, and freedom via a photo of a woman during a civil rights demonstration in Alabama. And so on with wide-ranging contributions unearthing evidence of the ways Black people's relationship to the natural world has persevered through colonialism, slavery, violence, and structurally racist policies. 
   
   
   
  A scrapbook, a family chest, a quilt—a work of historical engagement and literary accomplishment—A Darker Wilderness is a collection brimming with abundance and insight.

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  Called By The Wild - The Dogs...

  Graham Spence, Conraad de...

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  The thrilling story of a pioneering conservationist working with dogs to protect wildlife from poachers.
  Conraad de Rosner is one of the first game rangers to focus on working with specially trained dogs to protect wildlife from poachers – both 'bushmeat' poachers, who use cruel snares to trap animals, and criminal syndicates killing for rhinoceros horn and capturing critically endangered pangolins, the most trafficked animal in the world.
  Con's life – constantly at risk from poachers, wildlife and even his own fellow rangers – has been saved on numerous occasions by his devoted canine companions. His first dog, Zingela, a Weimaraner, saved Con from near certain death at the hands of two fellow rangers; on another occasion, Zingela alerted Con to a concealed wounded buffalo, one of Africa's most dangerous animals, about to charge.
  When Zingela was tragically killed, hit by a car while Con was away, the only meagre consolation was that Con had kept Landa, one of the nine puppies sired by Zingela. Landa followed in his father's footsteps as the leader of the canine anti-poaching team that is still operating today. Con's story is an epic of modern-day African wildlife conservation, filled with courage, adventure and romance.

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  Swimming Upstream - One man's...

  Patsy Peril, Deirdre Nuttall

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  'Unlike me, the Atlantic wild salmon does not have a voice, so it cannot tell the story of why and how it has been driven to the point of extinction.'
  Once, the River Shannon was teeming with wild salmon swimming upstream. But when the enormous hydro-electric station at Ardnacrusha was built in 1929, what began as the Free State's crowning achievement would have a devastating impact on the environment.
  In this evocative and thought-provoking memoir, Patsy Peril recalls a life deeply entwined with Irish wildlife and embedded in the history of modern Ireland. From a childhood spent on the water to a national conservation campaign, Patsy has a lifetime of knowledge to share about the wild Atlantic salmon – and a plan to save it.

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  Attracting Hummingbirds - How to...

  Daniel I Stein

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  You’ve decided to make a hobby of supporting these miniature marvels. Way to go! We all benefit from strengthening our connection with nature. 
  Whether you are designing a hummingbird haven in your backyard, bringing some life to your apartment window, or just learning about the wild world around you, Attracting Hummingbirds will help you in the first days of planning, and as your experience and curiosity grows. 
  In this book you will discover...The best flowers, plants, and trees to attract and support hummingbirdsThe three things you should never put in your hummingbird feederWhy hummingbird feathers seem to sparkle and shimmer in the sunlightJust how fast are they moving anyway?How to make your space safe for hummingbirds, avoiding predators and unwanted pestsThe different species of hummingbirds that live and visit your areaHow to make sure your feeders or flowers won't interfere with hummingbird migration or nestingFacts and secrets of hummingbird behavior to try and spot for yourself, and to share with friends and neighbors 
  Even if you have no gardening skills, minimal outdoor space, or have never bird-watched before, anyone can welcome hummingbirds into their life with a little help. 
  So if you're ready to Attract Hummingbirds to your backyard (or balcony), have a listen today.

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  The Get to the Point! Guide to...

  Marc Allan Moore

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  Get to the point, get what you need, & get it done! 
  Don’t waste a minute of your precious time memorizing pointless keyboard shortcuts! Most people don’t need to know how to use every obscure feature of Microsoft Word 2021 and Word for Office 365—so when you want to get up and running without having to study dozens of commands you’ll never use, the Get to the Point! Guide to Using Microsoft Word 2021 and Word for Microsoft Office 365 on Windows and Mac will show you how to do what you need to quickly, easily, and intuitively. 
  Like sitting down beside an experienced friend who'll show you the ropes with infinite patience, the Get to the Point! Guide to Using Microsoft Word 2021 and Word for Microsoft Office 365 on Windows and Mac features a plethora of expert tips and tricks designed to save you time and frustration, boiled down to the bare minimum of required information to get even the most inexperienced of readers up to speed and working like a professional in no time. 
  Drawing on decades of experience as a technical instructor and daily Microsoft Word user, author Marc Allan Moore has condensed a lifetime’s worth of insider tips, tricks, and secrets of making Microsoft Word 2021 and Word for Office 365 work for you into this slim volume. 
  Whether you’re on Windows or OSX, PC or Mac, or Word 2021 or Word for Office 365, don’t waste time learning irrelevant formatting, confusing macros, or impenetrable jargon—get up to speed, get your work done and get on with your life using the Get to the Point! Guide to Using Microsoft Word 2021 and Word for Microsoft Office 365 on Windows and Mac!

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  Virginia Rail Singing Near...

  Greg Cetus

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  Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of the marshlands of Oregon, where nature's symphony takes center stage. Discover the captivating audio recording of the Virginia Rail singing near a gurgling stream, crafted to enhance productivity and foster deep focus. The Virginia Rail, known scientifically as Rallus limicola, is a small and elusive bird species that thrives in wetland habitats across North America, known distinctive vocalizations that truly set it apart. These calls serve as a means of communication, providing a captivating insight into the social dynamics and behavior of this remarkable species. Within this binaural audio recording, you will be transported to the marshlands of Oregon, where the Virginia Rail's melodic song merges seamlessly with the gentle gurgling of a nearby stream. Harmonizing with these serene sounds are the enchanting melodies of other feathered inhabitants, including the Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren, Mallard, Canada Goose, Great Blue Heron, and Pied-billed Grebe.

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