The Black Leopard

Author : Will Burrard-Lucas
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781797203584

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The Black Leopard by Will Burrard-Lucas Pdf

This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa

Author : Marlon James
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780735220195

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Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James Pdf

One of TIME’s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time Winner of the L.A. Times Ray Bradbury Prize Finalist for the 2019 National Book Award The New York Times Bestseller Named a Best Book of 2019 by The Wall Street Journal, TIME, NPR, GQ, Vogue, and The Washington Post "A fantasy world as well-realized as anything Tolkien made." --Neil Gaiman "Gripping, action-packed....The literary equivalent of a Marvel Comics universe." --Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times The epic novel from the Man Booker Prize-winning author of A Brief History of Seven Killings In the stunning first novel in Marlon James's Dark Star trilogy, myth, fantasy, and history come together to explore what happens when a mercenary is hired to find a missing child. Tracker is known far and wide for his skills as a hunter: "He has a nose," people say. Engaged to track down a mysterious boy who disappeared three years earlier, Tracker breaks his own rule of always working alone when he finds himself part of a group that comes together to search for the boy. The band is a hodgepodge, full of unusual characters with secrets of their own, including a shape-shifting man-animal known as Leopard. As Tracker follows the boy's scent--from one ancient city to another; into dense forests and across deep rivers--he and the band are set upon by creatures intent on destroying them. As he struggles to survive, Tracker starts to wonder: Who, really, is this boy? Why has he been missing for so long? Why do so many people want to keep Tracker from finding him? And perhaps the most important questions of all: Who is telling the truth, and who is lying? Drawing from African history and mythology and his own rich imagination, Marlon James has written a novel unlike anything that's come before it: a saga of breathtaking adventure that's also an ambitious, involving read. Defying categorization and full of unforgettable characters, Black Leopard, Red Wolf is both surprising and profound as it explores the fundamentals of truth, the limits of power, and our need to understand them both.

Author : Andrew Newman,Conscious Stories
Publisher : Conscious Stories
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1943750165

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How Diablo Became Spirit by Andrew Newman,Conscious Stories Pdf

Based on a true story, this wonderful bedtime tale for kids ages 3 through 8 tells of the difficult journey of Spirit the black leopard, told from his own point of view. Anna Breytenbach, an animal communicator helps Spirit to change his life, which also changes the life of those who care for him. Spirit's amazing story has been viewed over 10 million times on YouTube. Beautifully illustrated, this book, which is part of the Conscious Bedtime Story Club collection, is a sure-fire winner for parents seeking conscious parenting tools. This book will help children recognize and appreciate all life forms, including animals, as the sentient beings that they are. How Diablo Became Spirit ends with Spirit's Secret Steps for communicating with animals.

Author : Steven Voien
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Adventure stories
ISBN : 0679447024

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Black Leopard by Steven Voien Pdf

In the deceptively stable nation of Terre Diamantee, a former Belgian colony in West Africa, Dvaid Trowbridge, an American field biologist is determined to track the elusive leopard in the rain forest. As he settles into his unorthodox research regimen, three murders occur at the forest station--and Trowbridge himself is ambushed for no dicernible reason.

Author : Rongcheng Ma,Wing Shing Ma
Publisher : ComicsOne Corporation
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2005-03-22
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1588993337

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Black Leopard by Rongcheng Ma,Wing Shing Ma Pdf

Combining the all-encompassing writing style of Storm Riders with the artistic wizardry of Heaven Sword & Dragon Sabre, Black Leopard is Wing Shin Ma's contemporary kung fu epic. The book follows the adventures of an elite task force dealing in intense covert special ops missions. Governmental espionage looms large, guns blaze and gangland violence is rampant. Yet, in and around a bustling metropolis, two brothers and their kung fu fighting compatriots show defiance with an iron fist!

Author : Marlon James
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2022-03-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780241981788

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Moon Witch, Spider King by Marlon James Pdf

THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE REVOLUTIONARY DARK STAR TRILOGY 'Even more gripping and inventive than its predecessor . . . like Tolkien on ayahuasca' Observer *Perfect for fans of Pratchett, George R. R. Martin and Octavia Butler* In this mighty follow-up to his number one bestseller Black Leopard, Red Wolf, Booker-winner Marlon James once again draws on a rich tradition of African mythology, fantasy and history to tell the story of Sogolon the Moon Witch. Part adventure story, part tale of an indomitable woman, Moon Witch, Spider King chronicles the antagonist-turned-antihero's journey from an ostracised no-name girl, hated by her brothers and made to live in a termite hill, to a woman with fully developed powers engaged in a long-standing feud with the Aesi, chancellor to the king. Offering Sogolon's version of the events of Black Leopard, Red Wolf, Moon Witch, Spider King is an unforgettable exploration of power, resistance and revenge set in a world at once ancient and startlingly modern. 'A fantasy world as well-realized as anything Tolkien made, with language as powerful as Angela Carter's' Neil Gaiman 'James masterfully flips the first instalment on its head . . . [A] titanic story of empire, adventure and power' Esquire 'Told with James' inimitable linguistic verve . . . Riotous, ultraviolent, dazzlingly inventive' Literary Hub

Author : Marlon James
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2009-02-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101011317

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The Book of Night Women by Marlon James Pdf

From the author of the National Book Award finalist Black Leopard, Red Wolf and the WINNER of the 2015 Man Booker Prize for A Brief History of Seven Killings "An undeniable success.” — The New York Times Book Review A true triumph of voice and storytelling, The Book of Night Women rings with both profound authenticity and a distinctly contemporary energy. It is the story of Lilith, born into slavery on a Jamaican sugar plantation at the end of the eighteenth century. Even at her birth, the slave women around her recognize a dark power that they- and she-will come to both revere and fear. The Night Women, as they call themselves, have long been plotting a slave revolt, and as Lilith comes of age they see her as the key to their plans. But when she begins to understand her own feelings, desires, and identity, Lilith starts to push at the edges of what is imaginable for the life of a slave woman, and risks becoming the conspiracy's weak link. But the real revelation of the book-the secret to the stirring imagery and insistent prose-is Marlon James himself, a young writer at once breath­takingly daring and wholly in command of his craft.

Author : Marlon James
Publisher : Akashic Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2010-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781936070107

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John Crow's Devil by Marlon James Pdf

The long-awaited paperback reissue of the acclaimed Jamaican author's debut novel.

Author : Rudyard Kipling
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2005-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1596793449

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How the Leopard Got His Spots by Rudyard Kipling Pdf

Relates how the leopard got his spotted coat in order to hunt the animals in the dappled shadows of the forest.

Author : Joseph J. Darowski
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781476639321

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The Ages of the Black Panther by Joseph J. Darowski Pdf

Black Panther was the first black superhero in mainstream comic books, and his most iconic adventures are analyzed here. This collection of new essays explores Black Panther's place in the Marvel universe, focusing on the comic books. With topics ranging from the impact apartheid and the Black Panther Party had on the comic to theories of gender and animist imagery, these essays analyze individual storylines and situate them within the socio-cultural framework of the time periods in which they were created, drawing connections that deepen understanding of both popular culture and the movements of society. Supporting characters such as Everett K. Ross and T'Challa's sister Shuri are also considered. From his creation in 1966 by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee up through the character's recent adventures by Ta-Nehisi Coates and Brian Stelfreeze, more than fifty years of the Black Panther's history are addressed.

Author : Rudyard Kipling
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1920
Category : Animals
ISBN : UOM:39015015357935

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The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling Pdf

Author : Desmond Morris
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781780233185

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Leopard by Desmond Morris Pdf

The sleek, spotted leopard may be the smallest of the big cats, but its ferocity and solitary style makes lions and tigers seem puny in comparison. Lacking the social mentality of other animals, the leopard is stealthy and selfish, ambushing its prey and carrying it high into a tree where it can dine alone. Humans call leopards the “perfect predator." In Leopard, renowned zoologist Desmond Morris seeks to show all sides of the cat, delving into the fascinating history of these incredible animals. Morris examines the leopard’s athletic elegance, predatory skill, wary shyness, and cunning intelligence while also exploring the animal’s parental devotion, preference for solitude, and capacity for revenge. In addition to tracing the evolution of leopards, he considers how humans have related to the animal throughout history. Leopards, he shows, have long featured in the art, mythology, and folklore of ancient Greece, Persia, Rome, and even England, where they have not lived for several millennia. But humans and leopards do not always coexist peacefully; as Morris explains, leopards have been known to attack humans when their food is scarce or they are injured. He reveals how humans have exploited the cats, attempting to train them for circus roles, and how today some people are now making strides toward the leopard’s conservation. He also describes their rich symbolism, appearances in literature and film, and the use of the leopard print in both haute couture and down-market fashion. Packed with compelling images of this amazing animal in action, Leopard sheds new light on these gorgeous cats.

Author : Juno Roche
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781784507701

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Queer Sex by Juno Roche Pdf

LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 'Adore, adore, adore' THE GUARDIAN 'Simply phenomenal' BITCH MEDIA 'Brave, inspirational, ground-breaking' BARBARA CARELLAS 'Deeply personal, honest and instructive' CARYN FRANKLIN 'A gift to anyone looking to open their minds and fall in love' CN LESTER In this frank, funny and poignant book, transgender activist Juno Roche discusses sex, desire and dating with leading figures from the trans and non-binary community. Calling out prejudices and inspiring readers to explore their own concepts of intimacy and sexuality, the first-hand accounts celebrate the wonder and potential of trans bodies and push at the boundaries of how society views gender, sexuality and relationships. Empowering and necessary, this collection shows all trans people deserve to feel brave, beautiful and sexy.

Author : Lou Hallamore,Bruce Woods
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Leopard hunting
ISBN : 1882458419

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Chui! by Lou Hallamore,Bruce Woods Pdf

Author : Joanne L. McGonagle
Publisher : Booksurge Publishing
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1419684671

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The Tiniest Tiger by Joanne L. McGonagle Pdf

Lively, colorful, and fun, this educational reader shares an important message for animal lovers and children of all ages about the need for conservation programs to protect large endangered cats.