Rivers 8

This is the second volume in the Understanding Nature series. My purpose for writing this volume is to encourage young people to get outdoors and enjoy the natural world. The benefits are many - exe……続きを見る

An "eye-opening, sometimes alarming, and ultimately inspiring" natural history of rivers and their complex and ancient relationship with human civilization (Elizabeth Kolbert, Pulitzer Prize-winning……続きを見る

The revitalizing and restoration of rivers, creeks and streams is a major focus of urban conservation activity throughout North America and Europe. This book presents models and examples for organiz……続きを見る

The Nile River and its basin extend over a distinctive geophysical cord connecting eleven sovereign states from Egypt to Tanzania, which are home to an estimated population of 422.2 million people. ……続きを見る

Finalist for the 2020 C. Wright Mills Award from the Society for the Study of Social Problems Since time before memory, large numbers of salmon have made their way up and down the Klamath River. Ind……続きを見る

**"Podmore's essays resemble Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau with an extra dose of social, racial and political analysis." ーARIZONA DAILY SUN In the wake of his river–running mother's d……続きを見る

2020 Winner of the Southwest Book Awards 2020 Spur Awards Finalist Contemporary Nonfiction, Western Writers of America The Grand Canyon has been saved from dams three times in the last century. Unth……続きを見る

The Newport Transporter Bridge was built to meet the needs of industry which had grown to include the east bank of the Usk. Here, Jan Preece illustrates the history of this iconic local landmark fro……続きを見る

A Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year Peer into the secret, silent world of the freshwater fish and explore evolution of the art and industry of fishing in Britain's rivers and streams. From cun……続きを見る

'Beautiful, like a muddy journey through time . . . a really important book' RAYNOR WINN, author of The Salt Path** Lisa Woollett has spent her life combing beaches and mudlarking, collecting curiou……続きを見る

Photojournalists Bob and Liz Randall spent two years exploring Florida's ancient and enchanting Ocklawaha River. Their journey provides an inside look at the rich recreational resources of the river……続きを見る

**An American Library in Paris "Coups de Coeur" Selection A Los Angeles Times Bestseller "Elaine Sciolino is a graceful, companionable writer.… [She] has laid one more beautiful and amusing wreath o……続きを見る

This classic text by Robert Ferguson is an effort to arrange and explain the names of European Rivers. 続きを見る

A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers is a classic nature adventure text by Henry David Thoreau, first published in 1849. The book is ostensibly the narrative of a boat trip from Concord, Massa……続きを見る

In 'Canyons of the Colorado,' John Wesley Powell presents a meticulous exploration of the Colorado River and its dramatic canyons, intertwining scientific observation with poetic description. Publis……続きを見る

In "Tales of Fishes," Zane Grey weaves a captivating collection of stories that celebrate the allure of angling, intertwining personal anecdotes with rich natural imagery and adventurous escapades. ……続きを見る

In "The Riverman," Stewart Edward White masterfully weaves a tale that embodies the spirit of early 20th-century American adventure literature. Set against the stunning backdrop of the natural beaut……続きを見る

In "The Romance of the Colorado River," Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh weaves an evocative narrative that captures the enchanting beauty and grandeur of the Colorado River. Utilizing a rich, descripti……続きを見る

Amazonia contains by far the world's largest river and the greatest expanse of tropical rain forest, home to the greatest biological diversity on the planet. This enthralling book brilliantly explai……続きを見る

Until recently, there has been general agreement that improvement and preservation of water quality, though costly, provided economic and social benefits that outweighed the expense. Now, however, s……続きを見る

In "Historic Waterways'ÄîSix Hundred Miles of Canoeing Down the Rock, Fox, and Wisconsin Rivers," Reuben Gold Thwaites meticulously chronicles his adventurous journey along three of America'Äôs sign……続きを見る

Here’s another great river that you ought to read about - the Amazon. It is important because it feeds the Amazon Rainforest and its wildlife. Remember that the Amazon is considered the “last fronti……続きを見る

The Nile River has been flowing for generations, and with it, history was made. In this book, you are going to read and learn about the Nile River as one of the major and most historic rivers in the……続きを見る

In "The Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk," G. Christopher Davies masterfully encapsulates the intricate waterways of this enchanting region, blending vivid descriptions with pr……続きを見る

In "The Falls of Niagara and Other Famous Cataracts," George W. Holley presents a compelling exploration of the world's most renowned waterfalls, with a particular emphasis on Niagara Falls. Holley'……続きを見る

This book addresses paradigm shifts in water policy and governance, and examines the role of civil society organizations in influencing public policy, while focusing on social equity and democratic ……続きを見る

Samuel Scoville was an American lawyer, naturalist, and author. 'The Works of Samuel Scoville' is a collection of four books: Everyday Adventures Brave Deeds Of Union Soldiers Wild Folk The Inca Eme……続きを見る

In "An heiligen Wassern" entfaltet Jakob Christoph Heer ein literarisches Werk, das tief in die seelischen und gesellschaftlichen Konflikte seiner Protagonisten eintaucht. Der Roman spielt gegen die……続きを見る

Then, Now and In-Between is a compendium of essays and prose, many that first appeared on the author's blog, Musings About Life in Oregon. This series of writing is accompanied by photos and digs in……続きを見る

In "The Teesdale Angler," R. Lakeland presents a rich tapestry of angling experiences woven with detailed ecological observations of the Teesdale region. The book elegantly balances vivid narrative ……続きを見る