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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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  Soldering and Brazing Handbook...

  Tubal Cain

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  Joining metal by soft or hard soldering, or brazing with alloys, is a common practice in welding and engineering workshops. But have you ever given thought to whether there could be quicker, more efficient, and less expensive methods? An extremely comprehensive book for model engineers, Soldering and Brazing Handbook for Home Machinists thoroughly explains the processes, equipment, and materials, as well as what happens in the joints as they're being made for an even deeper understanding. Featuring detailed sections on the characteristics of filler metals, brazing techniques, soft soldering techniques, capillary joint design, safety, data on fuel gases, and more, practical examples, test pieces, and organized data are also included throughout, making this must-have resource extremely useful for anyone in the metalworking industry. Author Tubal Cain was a skilled engineer and craftsman who wrote several best-selling home workshop and model engineering guides throughout his career.

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  Foraging Medicinal Herbs and...

  Samantha Deere

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  Discover how to become self-sufficient through foraging — cut back on your expenses while living a healthy lifestyle!— Enjoy the freedom of knowing your way in nature and the fun of a foraging journey by yourself or with loved ones. 
  But not every plant you find can be consumed, and some plants may be poisonous, endangered, or at-risk and shouldn’t be harvested. 
  There are a lot of things to consider if you want to forage properly. 
  That’s why this book was created! 
  Inside, you’ll find everything you need to know to get started with foraging. For example:45 edible and medicinal herbs for foraging — know their specific health benefits, which parts to use, and how to consume themThe foraging traditions of the indigenous people in the Great Lakes region — get ready to learn from their ancient practicesHow to forage ethically and sustainably — ensure that you and other foragers get a continuous supplyHow to harvest, prepare and store different plant parts to maximize their utility10 essential things to bring with you when hunting for edible wild food and medicinal plants4 preservation methods to help you save time and moneyHow to identify and avoid poisonous plants — don’t compromise your life and the lives of those you loveHow to harvest highly nutritious plantsUrban foraging: best cities in the Great Lakes region to begin your forager’s journey 
  And much more. 
  The future is uncertain, but if you learn how to be resourceful, you’ll be able to get through the tough times. 
  Start equipping yourself with the proper knowledge today! 
  -> WITH PLANT PICTURES AND SEASONAL FORAGING CALENDAR DOWNLOAD!

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  Becoming Your Own Mother:...

  Cherie Hughes

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  Discover how to heal your past, nurture self-love, and create a life filled with confidence, joy, and purpose—no matter where you’ve come from or what you’ve been through. 
  In this book, you’ll learn how to reconnect with your inner self and provide the love, care, and guidance you’ve always needed. By embracing the concept of self-mothering, you can transform pain into strength and build a life rooted in compassion and possibility. 
  Although we cannot change our past, we can rewrite our story moving forward. This book offers a fresh perspective on healing, empowering you to become your own greatest source of support and love—exactly when you need it most. 
  In This Book, You’ll Discover:How to reconnect with your inner child and foster emotional growth.The tools to transform past pain into resilience, confidence, and joy.How to release feelings of self-doubt, guilt, and fear, and replace them with self-compassion and love.Practical steps to create a new experience of life, no matter your circumstances.How to navigate life’s challenges with kindness and patience for yourself.A pathway to build a future defined by hope, purpose, and fulfillment. 
  No matter your past or present, you can break free from the weight of emotional wounds and discover the unconditional love that has always been within you. 
  In this book, you’ll find timeless wisdom and actionable steps to nurture yourself, heal from within, and thrive. 
  This book isn’t about fixing who you are—it’s about embracing yourself fully and creating the life you’ve always deserved. The journey starts here.

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  The Deadly Rise of Anti-science...

  M.D. Peter J. Hotez

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  During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, one renowned scientist, in his famous bowtie, appeared daily on major news networks such as MSNBC, NPR, the BBC, and others.  
   
  Dr. Peter J. Hotez often went without sleep, working around the clock to develop a nonprofit COVID-19 vaccine and to keep the public informed. During that time, he was one of the most trusted voices on the pandemic and was even nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for  
  his selfless work. He also became one of the main targets of anti-science rhetoric that gained traction through conservative news media.  
   
  In this eyewitness story of how the anti-vaccine movement grew into a dangerous and prominent anti-science element in American politics, Hotez describes the devastating impacts it has had on Americans’ health and lives. As a scientist who has endured antagonism from anti-vaxxers and been at the forefront of both essential scientific discovery and advocacy, Hotez is uniquely qualified to tell this story. By weaving his personal experiences together with information on how the anti-vaccine movement became a tool of far-right political figures around the world, Hotez opens readers’ eyes to the dangers of anti-science. He explains how anti-science became a major societal and lethal force: in the first years of the pandemic, more than 200,000 unvaccinated Americans needlessly died despite the widespread availability of COVID-19 vaccines. Even as he paints a picture of the world under a shadow of aggressive ignorance, Hotez demonstrates his innate optimism, offering solutions for how to combat science denial and save lives in the process.

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  Things That Go Bump in the...

  C. Renee James

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  The violent birth of the universe was only the first bang of a very bumpy ride. This unfathomably cacophonous beginning has spawned blasts, implosions, cosmic cannibalism, collisions, and countless other fleeting energetic events punctuating the cosmos. Although often brief, these transient phenomena pack a powerful punch. 
   
   
   
  In Things That Go Bump in the Universe, astronomer and science writer C. Renée James introduces us to her colleagues around the world, who are using pioneering research techniques to explore everything from the very first explosions in the universe to the dark energy that could destroy it all. James describes the history of transient astronomy, how the universe presents itself through various astronomical messengers, and the unexpected connections between different phenomena. James explains a different category of transient event in each chapter, using easy-to-understand metaphors and stories to explain the science behind these awe-inspiring, cosmological encounters. 
   
   
   
  Things That Go Bump in the Universe explores the incredible discoveries being made in this revolutionary field, the tools used to detect cosmic events, and the astronomical mysteries that continue to puzzle observers and theorists. James weaves together the stories of our turbulent universe and the people who are trying to make sense of it.

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