The Earth: natural history: general interest

The amazing true story of the deadliest tornado in American history, as told by a survivor.

Originally published in 1902, this early work on Hunting trips on the Prairie and mountains is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

'The most effective ways for individuals to reduce their carbon footprint' INewsClimate Change researcher, Seth Wynes, sets out in the simplest terms how you can make a real and positive impact.

The ideal e-guide for beginners If you have trouble distinguishing slate from shale then this is the ebook for you.

First published in 1831, this volume contains a vintage treatise on geology, with a focus on the formation of the earth.

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'A wonderful book' - Tristan Gooley, author of How To Read A Tree'Unique and thrilling' - Ben Rawlance, author of The Treeline'A celebration of the oak as nature's masterpiece' - Daniel Lewis, author of Twelve Trees'A glorious, revelatory tale of a tree that enlarges our world' - Patrick Barkham, author of The Butterfly IslesThe enchanting biography of an ancient tree.

Der Schnee – eine der faszinierendsten Erscheinungen der Natur.

There are few things more endearing than baby animals, but their charm belies their struggle for survival.

A funny, wise and heartwarming story of a young man's first forays into love during a long, hot summer in New York City.

This is a unique and delightfully engaging account by a leading tropical biologist of doing science at one of the last wild frontiers in the world.

This is a unique and delightfully engaging account by a leading tropical biologist of doing science at one of the last wild frontiers in the world.

How long do humans have left on Earth?

In a much-anticipated addition to the New Naturalist library, Stefan Buczacki takes a broad look at the relatively unexplored world of the garden, and its relevance within the context of natural history overall.

'I watched the mirror for a last view, for now, of the frozen mountains of Glen Coe.

Over the years, millions of school children must have written out their address in the same way - their house number and street, their town, their country, their continent, planet Earth, the universe.

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The story and science of how animals find their way home.

A narrative account of Darwin's historic 4-year voyage on the Beagle to South America, Australia and the Pacific in the 1830s that combines the adventure and excitement of Alan Moorehead's famous (and now out of print) account with an expert assessment of the scientific discoveries of that journey.

After the huge national and international success of 'Longitude' and 'Gallileo's Daughter', Dava Sobel tells the human story of the nine planets of our solar system.

In The Whale and the Supercomputer, scientists and natives wrestle with our changing climate in the land where it has hit first--and hardestA traditional Eskimo whale-hunting party races to shore near Barrow, Alaska--their comrades trapped on a floe drifting out to sea--as ice that should be solid this time of year gives way.

From deciding the best day for a picnic, to the devastating effects of hurricanes and typhoons, the weather impacts our lives on a daily basis.

Written by experienced climber Nick Heil, Dark Summit is both a riveting account of a notorious climbing season and a troubling investigation into whether the pursuit of the ultimate mountaineering prize has spiraled out of control.

Angesichts der eskalierenden Klimakrise bricht sich in der Öffentlichkeit der meisten Industrieländer mühsam, allen Widerständen zum Trotz, eine fundamentale Erkenntnis bahn: Nichts wird so bleiben, wie es ist.

An environmental parable for our times - the story of a beautiful blue bird meeting its nemesis at the end of the 20th-century.

From deciding the best day for a picnic, to the devastating effects of hurricanes and typhoons, the weather impacts our lives on a daily basis.

One of the most exciting debut novels for years - and a book that does for birdwatching what Trainspotting did for smack addiction.

In this magnificently illustrated book, Christopher Wills takes us on a series of adventures.

Discover the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers.

In the tradition of Kathleen Norris, Terry Tempest Williams, and Thomas Merton, The Solace of Fierce Landscapes explores the impulse that has drawn seekers into the wilderness for centuries and offers eloquent testimony to the healing power of mountain silence and desert indifference.

The sights in our Solar System are dynamic reminders of our planet's position as part of a larger neighbourhood.

In this magnificently illustrated book, Christopher Wills takes us on a series of adventures.

Wenn du in einer klaren Nacht den Sternenhimmel betrachtest, spürst du vielleicht diese Mischung aus Ehrfurcht und Neugier.

The No Logo of climate change - a book that shows how global warming is not a theory we should still debate, but something that has already happened on a global scale.

Reading Weather provides a quick and simple way to understand how the atmosphere works, how to interpret and use weather forecasts before venturing outdoors, and also how to make your own forecast in the field by observing the changes in the weather.

A charming celebration of all things snow.

BASIC ILLUSTRATED WEATHER FORECASTINGMichael Hodgson gives detailed lessons in recognizing shifts in weather patterns, understanding why they occur, identifying cloud formations, and mastering basic meteorological concepts.

Step into a world of timeless traditionsA breathtaking collection of evocative poetry paired with beautiful linocut prints inspired by the British Isles.

A BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week.

A little over 170 years ago--hardly a moment on the clock of history--one half of the United States was empty of all but Indians and the plants and game on which they subsisted.

The book showcases 75 beautiful words evocative of the wild, from all around the world, that describe natural happenings in nature.

The Land of Little Rain (1903) is a collection of essays and short stories by Mary Hunter Austin.

Here you will find a wealth of information on the fauna, flora, and natural wonders of the Kawarthas.

50 savvy skills for outdoor adventurers.

In his trademark style, Richard Mabey weaves together science, art and memoirs (including his own) to show the weather's impact on our culture and national psyche.

A beautifully presented, practical gift guide for all surf seekers.

A beautiful little guide to one of life's simple pleasures - pebble spotting.

Ben Law's incredible sense of the land and his respect for age old traditions offers a wonderful insight into the life of Prickly Nut Wood.