Precolonial Fishing Nets

Kaia Stonebrook

Traductor A AI

Sinopsis

Precolonial Fishing Nets explores the ingenious fishing techniques utilized by indigenous societies, revealing a deep understanding of aquatic ecosystems and sustainable resource management. These societies, lacking modern technology, crafted sophisticated fishing nets adapted to diverse environments. The book highlights how these nets weren't just tools, but embodiments of ecological knowledge. For example, the choice of natural fibers and net construction methods reflected a nuanced understanding of water conditions and fish behavior.

 
The book progresses by first introducing the principles of net design and aquatic ecology. It then presents case studies from regions like the Pacific Northwest and the Amazon basin, showcasing the specific materials and methods used by different indigenous groups. By analyzing archaeological evidence and historical accounts, the book reveals the cultural significance of these fishing technologies.

 
Ultimately, Precolonial Fishing Nets argues that this historical knowledge holds valuable lessons for contemporary sustainable practices, offering insights for conservation and fisheries management.

Disponible desde: 29/03/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 63 páginas.

Otros libros que te pueden interesar

Programming for Beginners -...

Craig Dames

Programming is the process of writing instructions that a computer can execute to perform specific tasks. It is the foundation of software development, enabling individuals to create applications, websites, and various digital solutions. Understanding the basics of programming is crucial for anyone looking to develop problem-solving skills and enter the world of technology. 
At its core, programming involves writing code in a language that a computer understands. These languages, such as Python, Java, and C++, have their own syntax and rules. Learning how to structure and organize code is the first step in becoming proficient in programming. It requires logical thinking, creativity, and patience to develop solutions that function efficiently. 
One of the key reasons to learn programming is its increasing relevance in various industries. From healthcare and finance to entertainment and artificial intelligence, programming plays a vital role in shaping modern innovations. Whether developing a mobile application, automating repetitive tasks, or analyzing large datasets, programming skills are highly valuable in today’s digital landscape.

Ver libro

Blockchain for Kids Teens Adults...

Sweet Smart Books

Are you tired of trying to learn about Blockchain, about Bitcoin, and about cryptocurrency through books and websites filled with jargon, technicalities leaving your head spinning?Do you wish you had a guide that can lead you to understand both how crypto works and allow you to start focusing on trading?When I first started learning about Bitcoin, crypto, and blockchain, it was a painful process. Waddling through the murky waters of financial terminology and explanations. Even the explanations for dummies were all too technical. But this is where I am here to help!Have no experience of trading before? Have no understanding of crypto but want to start learning more?Don’t have a lot of experience in finances?I’ve got you! Welcome to a safe space, where you can learn about Cryptocurrency, no matter what your age, your experience, and level of trader you are, with a step by step guide on all the necessary information you need to know as well as impress your friends with the knowledge you suddenly possess. Finances should not have to be complicated, and neither should crypto.So don’t wait another minute longer, and learn all that you need today!

Ver libro

Putting Ourselves Back in the...

George Musser

"This is a delightful account of one of the deepest and most fascinating explorations going on today at the frontier of our knowledge." —Carlo Rovelli, bestselling author of The Order of Time and Seven Brief Lessons on PhysicsA revelatory exploration of how a "theory of everything" depends upon our understanding of the human mindThe whole goal of physics is to explain what we observe. For centuries, physicists believed that observations yielded faithful representations of what is out there. But when they began to study the subatomic realm, they found that observation often interferes with what is being observed—that the act of seeing changes what we see. The same is true of cosmology: our view of the universe is inevitably distorted by observation bias. And so whether they’re studying subatomic particles or galaxies, physicists must first explain consciousness—and for that they must turn to neuroscientists and philosophers of mind.Neuroscientists have painstakingly built up an understanding of the structure of the brain. Could this help physicists understand the levels of self-organization they observe in other systems? These same physicists, meanwhile, are trying to explain how particles organize themselves into the objects around us. Could their discoveries help explain how neurons produce our conscious experience?Exploring these questions and more, George Musser tackles the extraordinary interconnections between quantum mechanics, cosmology, human consciousness, and artificial intelligence. Combining vivid descriptions with portraits of scientists working on the cutting edge, Putting Ourselves Back in the Equation shows how theories of everything depend on theories of mind—and how they might be one and the same.A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Ver libro

Data Science on AWS - Leveraging...

Saimon Carrie

"Data Science on AWS: Leveraging AWS for Advanced Data Science Solutions" is an essential guide for data scientists, analysts, and IT professionals looking to harness the robust capabilities of Amazon Web Services (AWS) to elevate their data science projects. This comprehensive resource dives deep into the intricacies of deploying and managing scalable data science applications, ensuring readers are equipped to fully leverage the power of AWS. 
In this book, you will explore the vast array of services AWS offers to support every phase of a data science project, from data ingestion and storage with services like Amazon S3 and DynamoDB, to advanced analytics with Amazon SageMaker. Each chapter provides detailed explanations of these services, coupled with practical examples and tutorials that guide you through integrating these tools into your own projects. 
Key features of the book include:An in-depth look at AWS's infrastructure, exploring how it can be customized to suit unique data science needs and workflows.Practical tutorials on using Amazon SageMaker for building, training, and deploying machine learning models more efficiently.Strategies for managing and scaling data science applications without the overhead of managing infrastructure.Insights into achieving cost efficiency through AWS’s pay-as-you-go pricing model.Discussions on ensuring data security and compliance with AWS's robust security framework. 
Whether you're a beginner looking to get a running start in the world of cloud-based data science, or an experienced practitioner aiming to optimize your workflows, "Data Science on AWS" provides the expertise and real-world advice you need to innovate and excel in developing cutting-edge data solutions. Join the ranks of data professionals who are transforming the industry by leveraging the unmatched speed, scalability, and flexibility of AWS.

Ver libro

Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants

Bradford Angier

Revised and updated: The classic illustrated reference for today’s foragers.   With essential information on each plant’s characteristics, distribution, and edibility, as well as updated taxonomy and eighteen new species, this is the second edition of Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants—the practical handbook for finding, preparing, and eating plants growing in the wild.   This guide to North American wild edibles has been a nature classic for over thirty years. Now David K. Foster revises Bradford Angier’s invaluable foraging reference. Scientific information for a general audience and full-color illustrations combine with intriguing accounts of the plants’ uses, making this a practical and informative resource for modern-day foragers.

Ver libro

The Chimpanzee Whisperer - A...

Stany Nyandwi, David Blissett

Earphones Award Winner from Audiofile Magazine!Stany Nyandwi’s gift for communicating with chimpanzees is so special that world-renowned primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall has called him a “chimpanzee whisperer.” His skills and devotion to these creatures—our closest living relatives, with whom we share 98.7 percent of our DNA—have earned him international awards and sent him on travels within Africa and around the world. But he began life in poverty, born and raised in a dirt-floor, straw-roofed hut in rural Burundi. The Chimpanzee Whisperer is the story of his astonishing life journey."Narrator Dion Graham so inhabits the memoir that listeners easily could swear he's the author. He adopts an accent that to Western ears sounds authentic without affectation or loss of understanding. A truly marvelous pairing." - Audiofile MagazineReceiving only an elementary education before he quit school, Stany Nyandwi began caring for orphaned and rescued chimps in Burundi. When the country descended into civil war and genocide, he was forced to flee with the chimps and endured long separation from his family. Continuing to work with and learn about chimpanzees in Kenya, Uganda, and later South Africa, he made himself into an incomparable authority.His memoir has adventure, danger, and many unique and touching stories about chimpanzees that show his bond with and understanding of them. As told to award-winning author David Blissett, it reveals a remarkable man who has refused to let circumstances defeat him. Conditioned by hate, wounded by loss, he has lived for love, faith, and compassion, giving new life, as Dr. Jane Goodall writes in her foreword, “to so many chimpanzees whose families, like his own, were torn apart by violence.”

Ver libro