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The definitive guide to water efficient gardening helping you to grow healthy resilient plants in the face of climate change Conserving water has always been appealing Yet with rising temperatures groundwater depletion violent floods and intense periods of drought all on the rise the need for water wise gardening techniques has never been so important In The Water Efficient Gardener environmental gardening specialist Angela Youngman delves into the ways we can not only protect our gardens against the impacts of climate change but transform them into colourful and biodiverse havens This practical guide is illustrated throughout with helpful photographs and insightful case studies to inspire a range of beautiful outdoor spaces From inventive methods for collecting rainwater to drought tolerant plant recommendations and advice on minimising the impact of flooding on lawns Angela presents clear solutions to the challenges of modern day gardening Find the joy in sustainable gardening with this timely and informative book

Ben Raskin s wide ranging work in varied locations makes The Woodchip Handbook a really useful overview of the possibilities afforded by woodchip Charles Dowding author of Charles Dowding s No Dig Gardening The first and only complete guide to sourcing and using woodchip an abundant inexpensive and ecologically sustainable material for savvy growers and landscapers at any scale from farm to garden to greenhouse The Woodchip Handbook is the essential guide to the many uses of woodchip both in regenerative agriculture and horticulture Author Ben Raskin Head of Horticulture and Agroforestry at the Soil Association draws on his extensive practical experience using woodchip provides the latest research from around the world and presents inspiring case studies from innovative farmers The book explores and unlocks the tremendous potential of woodchip to enhance soil health and plant growth As a natural mulch for weed suppression temperature buffering and water conservation As a growing medium for propagating plants As a decomposing source of warmth for hotbeds in the greenhouse or hoop house As a carbon rich compost ingredient that supports beneficial fungi and microorganisms As a powerful soil health booster when applied as small sized ramial chipped wood As

Millions of people visit Paris every year but many of them miss the real gems of the city the many secret gardens parks and squares Everyone knows the key tourist spots to visit but who doesn t want a tranquil hideaway tucked away from the hustle and bustle to have a coffee break and really enjoy the city like a local From large resplendent parks perfect for a springtime stroll to small squares where you can enjoy your pastry at leisure fashion photographer Elli Ioannou shares her insider guide for anyone hoping to travel to Paris or simply looking for a little escapism Throughout you ll find stunning photographs across the seasons of one of the world s most beloved cities a little history about each park as well as the address and opening times Secret Gardens of Paris features 20 beautifully photographed locations from small green hideaways to boutique hotels and green oases to enchanting museum sculpture gardens Perfect for anyone looking for a new way to enjoy Paris whether you re a seasoned visitor or travelling there for the first time

Earth is not isolated in space but surrounded by an array of potentially hazardous objects within our own solar system and beyond Although none of these provide an immediate threat to life it is the work of scientists around the world to continue monitoring their presence potential risk and how to minimize the risks Dr Ryan French explores the science of multiple space hazards and discusses the probability and potential impacts of each of them Topic covered include Asteroids & near Earth objects space weather Earth polarity flips space junk stellar and black hole collisions

Entertaining illuminating and insightful Sandor Katz A gripping story full of glorious gems Fergus Henderson Johnny Drain is a kind of microbial poet this book is wild funny well researched and full of flavor Rene Redzepi founder of Noma Embark on a tantalising journey into the weird and wonderful world of fermentation Dr Johnny Drain has spent his career exploring how fermentation has shaped the bodies we inhabit the foods we eat and the world we live in From making live yoghurt in his grandma s kitchen to fermenting butter at the world s best restaurant Noma Dr Drain s fascination with the magic of fermentation has led him around the globe Adventures in Fermentation charts his culinary escapades and his scientific discoveries to create an unprecedented depiction of the power of the microbial world With irresistible wit and verve chef and scientist Dr Drain illuminates the vast and unsung possibilities that fermentation brings to the table from sweet enzyme syrups made from red mangos in Brazil to perfecting the fine art of fuzzy koji and umami rich miso in Japan and shares recipes for his culinary delights along the way Whether you are an aspiring fermenter interested in how fermented food can improve your gut health or

An invaluable source book which brings together everything a student on a Permaculture Design Course needs to know about ecovillage design

Describes and explains Schauberger s insights in an accessible way including his discoveries about sick water ailing forests climate change and renewable energy

This book is Fat Pig farm s ode to the surplus of the seasons Overwhelmed by ripe fruit or mountains of rhubarb we have found ways to preserve what we grow and what grows near us Not Just Jam is farmer Matthew Evans collection of more than 90 modern recipes for old fashioned preserving methods It is for the forager who scours the suburbs looking for fruit trees whose bounty is overlooked by others for the cook who wants their dishes to resonate with flavours borne from their own hands and for anyone who is passionate about flavour Discover the joys of pear and cardamom jam for next level morning toast or beetroot relish to brighten meals year round Lunches made with apple cider mustard are always the better for the addition A bowl of ice cream is transformed with a drizzle of homemade gooseberry and sour cherry syrup Use this book as your launching pad then adjust the combinations to suit the bounties of the place you call home At its heart it s all about harnessing the harvest making real food from scratch and feeling great about what you feed those you love

A lavish edition of Katherine Rundell s gloriously illustrated and fascinating bestiary featuring three new additions to the treasure trove of vanishing wonders Exquisite and timely Maggie O Farrell A rare and magical book I didn t want it to end Bill Bryson A witty intoxicating paean to Earth s wondrous creatures Observer A total miracle Max Porter A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES AND FOYLES BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING The world is more astonishing more miraculous and more wonderful than our wildest imaginings A pangolin s tongue is longer than its body It keeps it furled in a nifty pouch near the hip A swift flies 200 000 miles in its lifetime That s far enough to get to the moon and back then back to the moon There s a fable that storks deliver babies In fact the Nazis used them to air drop propaganda A lavishly illustrated compendium of the staggering lives of some of the world s most endangered animals this sumptuous expanded and updated edition of The Golden Mole is a chance to be awestruck and lovestruck to fall for the likes of the wondrous pygmy hippo the seahorse the narwhal and as astonishing and endangered as them all the human Katherine R

Explore the beauty of the Lake District dales with this enchanting and absorbing guide Crisp and sharp fascinating throughout this book is an outstanding journey through the Lake District Bill Birkett Author Mountaineer and Photographer The Lake District has over 100 dales many of them tranquil enclaves far from the hectic comings and goings of daily Lakeland life Yet beyond the main river arteries most dales remain little known some see more sheep and deer than humans Even locals would be hard pressed to pinpoint some with certainty Ticking your way through a list of Lake District summits is easy they stick up and are easily accounted for Less so the dales Where for example is Blengdale or Miterdale seldom visited Woundale Fusedale Moasdale and Pasture Bottom In Exploring Lake District Dales Terry Marsh champions the cause of the dales Diving into their geology geography history culture folklore and matters of curious and touristic interest this book reveals the beauty and appeal of dales great and small Among captivating text and stunning photography Exploring Lake District Dales also provides you with essential visitor information such as transport links the most inspiring visitor attractions and sights unmissable restaurants an

Learn how to de stress relax and connect with the wildness you can find on your doorstep even in urban and suburban settings Increasing workload nervous tension trouble sleeping Wondering whether there is more to life You re not having a mid life crisis Like so many others you are feeling the call of the wild Today s urban living makes it easy for us to feel divorced from nature This practical book is filled with 52 varied and inspiring activities illustrated with beautiful colour photographs that will get you out and about whatever the weather Featuring a combination of creative culinary herbal and mindful projects all with nature at their heart you ll be surprised how much wildness you can find on your doorstep when you know where to look Organised by month Urban Wild s simple seasonal step by step activities open the door to nature in urban and suburban landscapes to help you increase your potential for health and well being and take your first steps on a journey of discovery towards a lifelong connection with the natural world

What an enchanting and illuminating book! How lucky for us that Amy Tan has turned her genius, her deep empathy and insight, her keen eye for what is telling, to birds. Every page of these chronicles radiates warm curiosity, wonder, and delight' Jennifer Ackerman, The Genius of BirdsTracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, author Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world.In 2016, Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds visiting her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater--an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired."Much of great writing comes from great interest, and in The Backyard Bird Chronicles, Amy Tan shows us how the world fascinates her, especially the birds. The result is both unexpected and spectacular."Ann Patchett, author of These Precious Days

La Flora-Biblio-Poética o historia de las principales plantas elogiadas en la Sagrada Escritura, es una obra en la que se indican diferentes plantas y a cada una le corresponde su flora poética antigua, la de los historiadores, naturalistas y botanicos, referidas a determinadas especies, con la indicacion de sus aplicaciones en la industria y propiedades medicinales.Fue una obra de las primeras de su genero publicada en España, de gran utilidad para los que se dedican al estudio de las ciencias eclesiasticas, y para todos los admiradores del gran libro de la humanidad; tambien es valida para literatos, poetas, naturalistas, botanicos, medicos, farmaceuticos y cuantos estiman o valoran la utilidad y belleza de los vegetales.La obra viene precedida por un excelente prologo del Excmo. Dr. D. Nemesio de Lallana, Catedratico de farmacia animal y mineral en la Universidad Central de Madrid.

A fresh and fascinating take on fish the fishing industry and our shared future from one of our most intrepid and entertaining non fiction writers

Informed utterly blindsiding account Booklist starred review It s falling from the sky and in the air we breathe It s in our food our clothes and our homes It s microplastic and it s everywhere including our own bodies Scientists are just beginning to discover how these tiny particles threaten health but the studies are alarming In A Poison Like No Other Matt Simon reveals a whole new dimension to the plastic crisis one even more disturbing than plastic bottles washing up on shores and grocery bags dumped in landfills Dealing with discarded plastic is bad enough but when it starts to break down the real trouble begins The very thing that makes plastic so useful and ubiquitous its toughness means it never really goes away It just gets smaller and smaller eventually small enough to enter your lungs or be absorbed by crops or penetrate a fish s muscle tissue before it becomes dinner Unlike other pollutants that are single elements or simple chemical compounds microplastics represent a cocktail of toxicity plastics contain at least 10 000 different chemicals Those chemicals are linked to diseases from diabetes to hormone disruption to cancers A Poison Like No Other is the first book to fully explore this new dimension of the plastic crisis fo

This comprehensive work covers every species wild flower that you might encounter in Britain and Ireland highlighting key features to allow identification with confidence Wild flower identification may seem extremely challenging to those not familiar with them but this brilliant photographic guide changes that forever Packed with superb photography throughout including stunning portraits and close ups of key features along with succinct no nonsense text this book will help you to identify any wild flower that you may encounter in Britain and Ireland This second edition has been revised updated and expanded to become a truly comprehensive work covering all but the most extreme rarities in the British Isles This book packs a true floral punch The pages have been designed to ensure that the photographs are reproduced at a sensible size while retaining a readable text Key features are highlighted in boxes throughout the book while details of confusion species and look alikes are given where relevant Accurate and fully updated colour maps based on the national plant mapping scheme are provided for each species In its first edition this guide set a new standard for photographic flower guides This new edition expands on that work and is an essential field

A PROSPECT BOOK OF THE YEARIn this acclaimed bestseller, an explorer and Neanderthal hunter takes us on a riveting journey of discovery''''''''With the style of a poet and imagination of a philosopher, Ludovic Slimak probes the minds of Neanderthals. . . This fun and provocative book is a reminder that we still have a lot to learn about biological intelligence'''''''' Steve Brusatte What if we have completely misunderstood who the Neanderthals truly were? For over a century we saw them as inferior to Homo Sapiens. Today, Neanderthals are seen as fully human, different from us only because of their distant cultural traditions. But does the truth lie somewhere else entirely?Neanderthal hunter and paleoanthropologist Ludovic Slimak understands these enigmatic creatures like no one else after studying them for three decades. Taking us on a fascinating archaeological investigation from the Arctic Circle to the deep Mediterranean forests, he traces their steps, deciphering their stories through every single detail they left behind.In this stunning, bold book, he argues that Neanderthals should be understood on their own terms. They had their own history, their own rituals, their own customs. Their own intelligence. A remarkable intelligence, for sure, but an intelligence that may have been very different from ours - although it can still teach us much about ourselves.A thought-provoking detective story, written with wit and verve, The Naked Neanderthal shifts our understanding of deep history - and in the process reveals just how much we have yet to learn.

THE NEW BOOK FROM MILLION COPY BESTSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST DR JULIE Start the New Year with fresh insights renewed purpose and strategies for personal development This is the book for us all for ourselves when we need to find a way through for our children as they fly the nest our friends that live out of reach and for our family when we can t find the words to say This is the book for life s twists and turns when being human starts to get complicated A must have companion to Dr Julie s international bestseller Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before which taught us the skills to strengthen our future mental health Open When is the book to turn to when you find yourself in the eye of the storm Within this book are a series of Open When style letters from Dr Julie to help navigate the moments of overwhelm confusion or self doubt that we all face when life gets messy Offering calm clarity and a laser focus on the best way forward each personal letter is followed by real time tools that will help you re frame the situation and decide on your next move Every chapter covers a new scenario universal problems that each of us will likely face at some point So whether you are experiencing st

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