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  Weird Canadian Animals

  Wendy Pirk

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  From strange behaviour to interesting prey-vs.-predator relationships to fantastical creatures, the animal world is full of fascinating facts about our furry, feathered and scaly friends:
  		 
  The wood frog burrows into the leaf litter in winter; its heart, brain and eyeballs freeze, and they defrost again in the spring.
  		 
  In 2006, a hunter shot and killed a hybrid of a grizzly and a polar bear, dubbed a grolar or pizzly bear, the first to be found in the wild.
  		 
  The bombardier beetle protects itself by expelling a boiling hot chemical spray from its rear end.
  		 
  A woodpecker’s tongue is so long that it rolls up in the bird’s skull like a tape measure in its case.
  		 
  Rabbits produce two kinds of stool: one that the animal eats, which is rich in vitamins and nutrients, and another that is waste matter.
  		 
  Some clever crows drop nuts onto roadways so that passing vehicles drive over them and break the shells open.
  		 
  The horned lizard defends itself by squirting blood from its eyes.
  		 
  Canada was home to 2.5-metre-long giant sea scorpions 400 million years ago.
  		 
  And so much more…

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  Ask a Native New Yorker -...

  Jake Dobkin

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  Ask a Native New Yorker is Jake Dobkin's essential guide to the Big Apple's culture, people, and lifestyles. 
   
   
   
  As a third-generation New Yorker who was born, bred, and educated there, Jake Dobkin was such a fan of his hometown that he started Gothamist, a popular and acclaimed website with a focus on news, events, and culture in the city, and Ask a Native New Yorker became one of its most popular columns. This book version features all original writing and aims to help newbies evolve into real New Yorkers with humor and a command of the facts. 
   
   
   
  In forty-eight short essays and eleven sidebars, the book offers practical information about transportation, apartment hunting, and even cultivating relationships for anyone fresh to the Big Apple. Subjects include "Why is New York the greatest city in the world?," "Where should I live?," "Where do you find peace and quiet when you feel overwhelmed?," and "Who do I have to give up my subway seat to?" 
   
   
   
  Part philosophy, part anecdote collection, and part no-nonsense guide, Ask a Native New Yorker will become the default gift for transplants to New York, whether they're here for internships, college, or starting a new job.

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  Flowers and Ferns in their Haunts

  Mabel Osgood Wright

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  Pleasant non-fiction journey into the backwoods of the New England coastal countryside by the first president of the Connecticut Audubon Society, circa 1900. (Summary by BellonaTimes)

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  100 Animals That Can F*cking End...

  Mamadou Ndiaye

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  A wittily informative field guide to the deadliest animals on Earth from a beloved "AnimalTok" star. Ever wonder how to tell if a moose is about to subtract you? Curious why you should be terrified of cassowaries, the “velociraptor that time forgot?” Questioning whether that cute baby hippo is actually a homicidal maniac in the making? Yea, so was Mamadou Ndiaye . . . and now he's got your answers. 100 Animals That Can F*cking End You is the ultimate countdown to merk by animal, featuring everything from tiny bugs that can turn you into a hashtag to animals so massive they can murder you by accident. These include: • The massive Southern elephant seal, which "is built like a truck with the personality of a Spring Break frat boy"• Sperm whales with a call so strong it can vibrate you to death• A golf-ball-sized octopus that can erase twenty-six people with one bite• Hyenas, which have no qualms eating their prey while it is still alive• A snake so quick it can strike you three times before you blinkYou’ll learn not only which animals to avoid, but which ones can beat you in a footrace, which ones create surprisingly high body counts, and which ones will give you a good reason never to venture into the ocean. Mamadou also offers the occasional survival tip, even if it is just to make peace with your higher power.​This dynamic, fact-filled, occasionally disturbing book is perfect for animal lovers and anyone perplexed by the natural world.

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  Five Hours North - A Memoir of...

  Ty Kearns

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  The colorful true adventures of an unexpected "pot-star" turned cannabis CEO in the new Wild West of California's green rush.
  Don't give anyone your real name.
  
  Never say anything to your loved ones.
  
  Always have a full tank of gas, a jump starter, and an alibi.
  The year is 2008, and the green rush is taking root in Humboldt County, California. Born and raised in this "Emerald Triangle" famous for its natural beauty and perfect cannabis-growing conditions, Ty Kearns wants no part of it. He has seen too many friends and acquaintances lose or derail their lives for the green dream, always feeling the itch for more cash and more power.
  But as a college student with tuition to pay—and few options in the middle of the worst recession since the Great Depression—Ty is willing to try almost anything.
  When his eccentric Uncle Bob introduces him to some local growers, the rules of the industry start to dominate Ty's double life. He spends his days taking notes in lecture halls and his nights and weekends five hours north at his secret farm in the mountains, where danger and beauty are as tangible as the plants themselves.
  Soon, he is more successful than he ever could have imagined—more successful than just about any other grower on the mountain. But he faces natural disasters, animal encounters, the gossip mill, the authorities, the highs and lows of first love, and a crowd of "trimmigrants" and pot-star groupies as he grapples with the damage that growing does to his mental health and the land itself.
  Today, Ty is the CEO of SEVEN LEAVES, a fully licensed cannabis cultivation operation with product in over four hundred stores and a commitment to 100 percent green energy. But his path to sustainable growing was long and gnarly. Growing pot wasn't Ty's plan, but he found his calling when he stepped out of the shadow of the mountain.
  A coming-of-age journey where the truth is stranger than fiction, Five Hours North tells the story of the lost pre-legalization weed scene, when the characters were larger than life and the growers were always one step from disaster.

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  100 Amazing Facts about India -...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Dive into the wonders of India with 100 amazing facts that will spark curiosity and enrich young minds! 🇮🇳 
  Have you ever wondered:Why does the Taj Mahal change color throughout the day?What animal, extinct for decades, has been reintroduced to India?What’s the secret behind the floating islands of Loktak Lake?How did India achieve the remarkable feat of launching a Mars mission on its first attempt?Which mysterious river, mentioned in ancient texts, disappeared from the Earth’s surface? 
  A book that will take your child on a journey through India's history, science, and culture:Rich and educational content: The 100 selected facts are not only fascinating but also verified and presented in a way that ignites curiosity and the desire to learn more. Each fact is designed to spark discussions and inspire interest in new topics.Perfect for curious young minds: Whether they’re nature lovers, history buffs, or science enthusiasts, this book offers a wide range of captivating topics. From India’s unique biodiversity to its recent technological achievements, every reader will find something to enjoy.Facts suitable for all ages: The explanations are simple yet thorough, allowing children to understand complex concepts without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a great way to introduce knowledge while keeping them entertained.Encourages discovery and open-mindedness: With this book, your child will discover the incredible cultural and geographical diversity of India. It’s a gateway to learning about the world around them and the wonders it holds. 
  Give your child a fascinating exploration of India with this book that combines knowledge and fun!

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