Nature Talks Back

Author : Robert Nadeau
Publisher : Orchises Press
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Physics
ISBN : 0914061011

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Nature Talks Back by Robert Nadeau Pdf

Author : Robert Greene
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-23
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780698184541

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The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene Pdf

From the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power comes the definitive new book on decoding the behavior of the people around you Robert Greene is a master guide for millions of readers, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves. We are social animals. Our very lives depend on our relationships with people. Knowing why people do what they do is the most important tool we can possess, without which our other talents can only take us so far. Drawing from the ideas and examples of Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, Martin Luther King Jr, and many others, Greene teaches us how to detach ourselves from our own emotions and master self-control, how to develop the empathy that leads to insight, how to look behind people's masks, and how to resist conformity to develop your singular sense of purpose. Whether at work, in relationships, or in shaping the world around you, The Laws of Human Nature offers brilliant tactics for success, self-improvement, and self-defense.

Author : New Zealand. Parliament
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 936 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : New Zealand
ISBN : UCAL:B2940141

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Parliamentary Debates by New Zealand. Parliament Pdf

Author : Lois Crozier-Hogle,Darryl Babe Wilson,Ferne Jensen
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780292789647

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Surviving in Two Worlds by Lois Crozier-Hogle,Darryl Babe Wilson,Ferne Jensen Pdf

Surviving in Two Worlds brings together the voices of twenty-six Native American leaders. The interviewees come from a variety of tribal backgrounds and include such national figures as Oren Lyons, Arvol Looking Horse, John Echohawk, William Demmert, Clifford Trafzer, Greg Sarris, and Roxanne Swentzell. Their interviews are divided into five sections, grouped around the themes of tradition, history and politics, healing, education, and culture. They take readers into their lives, their dreams and fears, their philosophies and experiences, and show what they are doing to assure the survival of their peoples and cultures, as well as the earth as a whole. Their analyses of the past and present, and especially their counsels for the future, are timely and urgent.

Author : Eduardo Valls Oyarzun,Rebeca Gualberto Valverde,Noelia Malla Garcia,María Colom Jiménez,Rebeca Cordero Sánchez
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781793621450

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Avenging Nature by Eduardo Valls Oyarzun,Rebeca Gualberto Valverde,Noelia Malla Garcia,María Colom Jiménez,Rebeca Cordero Sánchez Pdf

“Nature, thou art my goddess”—Edmund’s bold assertion in King Lear could easily inspire and, at the same time, function as a lamentation of the inadequate respect of nature in culture. In this volume, international experts provide multidisciplinary exploration of the insubordinate representations of nature in modern and contemporary literature and art. The work foregrounds the need to reassess how nature is already, and has been for a while, striking back against human domination. From the perspective of literary studies, art, history, media studies, ethics and philosophy, and ethnology and anthropology, Avenging Nature highlights the need of assessing insurgent discourses that—converging with counter-discourses of race, gender or class—realize the empowerment of nature from its subaltern position. Acknowledging the argument that cultural representations of nature establish a relationship of domination and exploitation of human discourse over nonhuman reality and that, in consequence, our regard for nature as humanist critics is instrumental and anthropocentric, the present volume advocates for the view that the time has come to finally perceive nature’s vengeance and to critically probe into nature’s ongoing revenge against the exploitation of culture.

Author : Daniel C. Fouke
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-10
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781527573673

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A Philosopher Looks at the Natural World by Daniel C. Fouke Pdf

This book interweaves the author’s personal story and observations of nature, with scientific research, and philosophical reflection. It tells the story of nearly three decades of labor to ecologically restore twenty-one acres of ruined land near Dayton, Ohio. This story and what the author has observed motivate reflection on the human relationship to soil, the inner lives of animals, the intelligence of plants, and human psychology. The book advances the case for the intelligence and kinship of all living things, an ethic of respect for life, and the need to radically rethink how human societies live on Earth.

Author : Jillian Roberts
Publisher : Orca Book Publishers
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781459821026

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On Our Nature Walk by Jillian Roberts Pdf

A gentle introduction to the important topic of the environment. Crafted around a conversation between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book using age-appropriate language and tone will help children shape their understanding of the natural world and how they participate in protecting it. Dr. Roberts starts the discussion with the types of pollution and trash that children might notice on a nature walk or a trip to the beach, how they are caused and how to work to improve things in their own lives and communities. The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues they may encounter outside their homes, in an accessible way. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care providers who have bigger questions. For younger children just starting to make these observations, the simple question-and-answer format of the main text will provide a foundation of knowledge on the subject matter.

Author : Holly Worton
Publisher : North Downs Publishing
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2019-04-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781911161240

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If Trees Could Talk by Holly Worton Pdf

All trees have a story. Holly Worton has spent the last few years talking to trees – the yews, the oaks, the beeches and the sycamores. You’re probably wondering: How is it that trees can talk? Is this for real? Trees are living, breathing organisms which humans are able to connect and talk to on a deeper level through silent, telepathic communication. Trees have a much broader perspective on life compared to humans. Trees can live hundreds and even thousands of years. This means Trees have thousands of years of wisdom that we’re able to tap into. Talking to the trees can bring us back to our true selves and can reflect back to us the things we need to see in ourselves. It can also be a space for deep healing. Living in the technology age, however, we spend our lives connected to computers, mobile phones, and video games. Consequently, we've become increasingly disconnected from ourselves and from Nature. This book is meant to gently encourage you to get back to Nature and turn to the magic and the wisdom of the trees. By reconnecting to Nature, you can improve your relationship with yourself, which will help you make better, more aligned choices in your life. This book is for you if: · You love Nature and the outdoors. · You feel like there’s something more to life, but you don’t know what that is. · You’re feeling disconnected from yourself, like your life has somehow gotten off Track. · You feel like you don’t really know who you are anymore…or maybe you’ve never truly known yourself at all. · Life is going just fine, but you have the notion things could be much better. Throughout this book, you’ll follow the author, Holly Worton on a journey of connecting on a deeper level with the wisdom of the trees. You’ll hear their stories, and you’ll be given a series of experiments to carry out, should you choose to do so. These will help you to connect with yourself through connecting with Nature, and they’ll open you up to the deep wisdom and healing that the trees can offer. The trees will help you to get out of your head and into your body, so you can feel more deeply and truly experience all the JOY that life has to offer. They’ll add a new level of richness to your life that you have never thought possible. Click here to BUY NOW and join Holly on her journey.

Author : Vicky Spring,Tom Kirkendall
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0898865522

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An Outdoor Family Guide to Washington's National Parks and Monument by Vicky Spring,Tom Kirkendall Pdf

Using this complete guide, residents and tourists alike can discover the exciting activities and attractions found in these beautiful and easily accessible parks. From dramatic Mount Baker to lush Paradise near Mount Rainier, from the eerie moonscape of Mount St. Helens to the craggy beaches of the Olympic Peninsula, every destination offers unique rewards to those willing to explore. 83 maps. 90 photos.

Author : Andy Fisher
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781438444765

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Radical Ecopsychology, Second Edition by Andy Fisher Pdf

Expanded new edition of a classic examination of the psychological roots of our ecological crisis.

Author : Zondervan,
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310873983

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Three Views on Creation and Evolution by Zondervan, Pdf

For Christians, the issues raised by the different views on creation and evolution are challenging. Can a "young earth" be reconciled with a universe that appears to be billions of years old? Does scientific evidence point to a God who designed the universe and life in all its complexity? Three Views on Creation and Evolution deals with these and similar concerns as it looks at three dominant schools of Christian thought. Proponents of young earth creationism, old earth creationism, and theistic evolution each present their different views, tell why the controversy is important, and describe the interplay between their understandings of science and theology. Each view is critiqued by various scholars, and the entire discussion is summarized by Phillip E. Johnson and Richard H. Bube. The Counterpoints series provides a forum for comparison and critique of different views on issues important to Christians. Counterpoints books address two categories: Church Life and Bible and Theology. Complete your library with other books in the Counterpoints series.

Author : Alison H. Deming,Lauret E. Savoy
Publisher : Milkweed Editions
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781571318145

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Colors of Nature by Alison H. Deming,Lauret E. Savoy Pdf

“An anthology of nature writing by people of color, providing deeply personal connections to—or disconnects from—nature.” —NPR From African American to Asian American, indigenous to immigrant, “multiracial” to “mixed-blood,” the diversity of cultures in this world is matched only by the diversity of stories explaining our cultural origins: stories of creation and destruction, displacement and heartbreak, hope and mystery. With writing from Jamaica Kincaid on the fallacies of national myths, Yusef Komunyakaa connecting the toxic legacy of his hometown, Bogalusa, LA, to a blind faith in capitalism, and bell hooks relating the quashing of multiculturalism to the destruction of nature that is considered “unpredictable”—among more than thirty-five other examinations of the relationship between culture and nature—this collection points toward the trouble of ignoring our cultural heritage, but also reveals how opening our eyes and our minds might provide a more livable future. Contributors: Elmaz Abinader, Faith Adiele, Francisco X. Alarcón, Fred Arroyo, Kimberly Blaeser, Joseph Bruchac, Robert D. Bullard, Debra Kang Dean, Camille Dungy, Nikky Finney, Ray Gonzalez, Kimiko Hahn, bell hooks, Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston, Pualani Kanaka’ole Kanahele, Robin Wall Kimmerer, Jamaica Kincaid, Yusef Komunyakaa, J. Drew Lanham, David Mas Masumoto, Maria Melendez, Thyllias Moss, Gary Paul Nabhan, Nalini Nadkarni, Melissa Nelson, Jennifer Oladipo, Louis Owens, Enrique Salmon, Aileen Suzara, A. J. Verdelle, Gerald Vizenor, Patricia Jabbeh Wesley, Al Young, Ofelia Zepeda “This notable anthology assembles thinkers and writers with firsthand experience or insight on how economic and racial inequalities affect a person’s understanding of nature . . . an illuminating read.” —Bloomsbury Review “[An] unprecedented and invaluable collection.” —Booklist

Author : Len Fulton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1266 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Books
ISBN : NWU:35556022467179

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Small Press Record of Books in Print by Len Fulton Pdf

Author : Lionel Shriver
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781582438870

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We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver Pdf

The inspiration for the film starring Tilda Swinton and John C. Reilly, this resonant story of a mother’s unsettling quest to understand her teenage son’s deadly violence, her own ambivalence toward motherhood, and the explosive link between them remains terrifyingly prescient. Eva never really wanted to be a mother. And certainly not the mother of a boy who murdered seven of his fellow high school students, a cafeteria worker, and a much–adored teacher in a school shooting two days before his sixteenth birthday. Neither nature nor nurture exclusively shapes a child's character. But Eva was always uneasy with the sacrifices and social demotion of motherhood. Did her internalized dislike for her own son shape him into the killer he’s become? How much is her fault? Now, two years later, it is time for her to come to terms with Kevin’s horrific rampage, all in a series of startlingly direct correspondences with her estranged husband, Franklin. A piercing, unforgettable, and penetrating exploration of violence and responsibility, a book that the Boston Globe describes as “impossible to put down,” is a stunning examination of how tragedy affects a town, a marriage, and a family.

Author : Jennifer Ackerman
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Biological rhythms
ISBN : 0618187588

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Sex Sleep Eat Drink Dream by Jennifer Ackerman Pdf