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"Ever since explorers began venturing north into the harsh lands of the arctic, they have encountered arctic foxes in the unlikeliest of places. The arctic fox is an extraordinary creature. No bigger than a house cat, it survives on almost nothing in the middle of a land so hostile it seems incompatible with the very existence of life. The tundra is a place of endless days or endless nights where temperatures can reach -58ÀF (-50ÀC) for weeks at a time, and where the terrain consists mostly of ice sheets, pack ice, ice floes, icebergs, ice shelves and glaciers. Arctic Fox tells the story of this animal from its evolutionary beginnings to its difficult life in the far north involving: Mating and raising a family; hunting and scavenging; its relationship with the polar bear and other arctic inhabitants; the fur trade; adaptation to seasonal changes; and the never-ending struggle for survival in a fragile and vanishing environment. This informative, lively and beautifully photographed book will fascinate naturalists and general readers."--

"Pioneers of life on earth, yeasts and bacteria are present everywhere in our environment, and fermented foods and drinks are at the heart of cuisines worldwide. From hanging meat in prehistoric times to the latest biotechnological research, the techniques of fermentation have been refines, but the principle remains the same: a reliance on living organisms to improve human nutrition. Through the exploration of a history that is almost as old as humanity and an overview of key products (including bread, cheese, beer, coffee and yogurt), this book immerses us in a world of unexpected flavours. Some thirty tasty recipes - from simple (pickles, Salman gravlax, pretzels, kombucha) to sophisticated, conceived by the experts of the Institut Paul Bocuse - enable everyone to discover the rich flavours offered by fermentation"--

"This volume provides the reader with a colorful and enjoyable introduction to a huge group of organisms, along with an overview of the diversity of fascinating families included in the group. Will be welcomed by the scientific, academic and naturalist communities, as well as the next generation of entomologists."--

This is the first time a renowned Psychic Medium has revealed the process behind a reading. She reveals her preparation before a reading, where the messages come from, how she protects herself and the way in which she delivers her profound and life changing messages. With a fresh, funny and honest approach she will share true stories of her readings and experiences that reveal the truth about Heaven and what awaits us there. She will empower you to explore your own special gifts and teach you how to be your truest and best self. You will follow along on a wonderful journey into a psychic medium mind."I can truly say that Kenna Changed my life. Not only did she seem to know me inside and out, she was incredibly accurate at predicting events yet to unfold in my life. I have never seen someone with such a beautiful energy surrounding her. Because of her, I am now exploring my spirituality, connecting to myself, the earth and even my spirit guides, I have never been happier!"Kaitland S."A session with Kenna isn't just a reading it's a life changing experience. Her amazing gift is only matched by her loving personality. She delivers the most accurate messages, and you leave a session with her filled with hope and inspiration."Liane FKenna Smith, CHt. Is an internationally acclaimed Psychic Medium, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Author. She lives on beautiful Vancouver Island, Canada with her husband Skyler and their beloved fur babies.

"Recipes and stories to learn all about Korea's food culture."--

"Have you ever wanted to dine in a water tower, explore the site of a former beaver ranch or take a scenic potty break in a mountain-top outhouse? Top 150 Unusual Things to See in Alberta is the ultimate guide for travelers looking for the quirky, unique and inspiring side of Alberta. Travel writer and author Debbie Olsen, a proud Albertan who's visited nearly every corner of the province, has assembled a list of over 150 unusual places, things to see and events that make Alberta one-of-a-kind -- from its dozens of roadside attractions and surprising landforms to its fascinating historical sites and off-beat museums. Organized into four regions -- South of Calgary, Edmonton to Calgary, the Alberta Rockies and North of Edmonton -- this guidebook takes you on a journey across the province, with lively text that sheds light on each location's interesting history, as well as maps, contact information, fact boxes and color photographs that bring the spots to life. Here are just a few of the unusual, obscure and intriguing things you'll read about in Top 150 Unusual Things to See in Alberta: The Fort Museum, Macleod: the birthplace of the RCMP Musical Ride; Maggie's Diner, Tack and Feed, High River: the set of the hit TV show Heartland; Donalda and District Museum, Donalda: the world's largest collection of oil lamps; World Famous Gopher Hole Museum, Torrington: Alberta's first gopher museum; Abraham Lake's Ice Bubbles: the world's most beautiful ice bubbles; Lake Minnewanka and Minnewanka Landing: the site of Banff's sunken ghost town; Fort Chipewyan Ice Road: the winter road that connects Fort McMurray to Fort Chipewyan; Wood Buffalo National Park's Beaver Dam: the world's largest beaver dam, which can be seen from space The book also features themed entries, such as museums that celebrate Alberta's energy production, unusual roadside attractions, unusual bathrooms (for regular people), unusual festivals and events, and unusual foods invented in Alberta. Top 150 Unusual Things to See in Alberta is a fun and entertaining jaunt for armchair travelers and road trippers alike."--

"Invites readers to dive into the dazzling nighttime ocean. Countless microscopic plankton -- larval creatures such as ornate ghost pipefish, left-handed hermit crabs and bony-eared assfish -- ascend to the upper waters to feed, returning to the depths before sunrise."--

"Examines infinity as it has been studied since antiquity, beginning with the classical figures from Greece and Rome."--

Praise for the first edition: "e;More than a picture book ... Hoyt's elegant writing provides both the historical background for deep-sea exploration and an ecological perspective on life in the ocean's depths."e; -- American Scientist "e;A magnificent bestiary ... and a reminder of how little we actually know about the seas surrounding us."e; -- Popular Science Winner, Outstanding Nonfiction Book of the Year -- American Society of Journalists and Authors, Inc., New York In this updated and expanded edition of Creatures of the Deep, award-winning nature and science writer Erich Hoyt gives readers a glimpse of the amazing variety of creatures found in the deepest parts of the ocean. Weaving together details from the latest scientific research about sharks, giant squid, dragonfish, huge tube worms, clams and tiny microbes of the deep-sea vents, Hoyt embarks on a magical journey roaming across the abyssal plains and descending into deep-sea trenches more than 20,000 feet down. Hoyt unravels the complex predator-prey relationships, from "e;killer"e; copepods to battles between giant squid and sperm whales, presenting compelling portraits of animals that are superbly adapted denizens of a dark high-pressure world. There are life forms, independent of sunlight and photosynthesis, which flourish around the hot, sulfurous deep-sea vents in the magnificent rift valley of the mid-ocean ridge, the world's longest mountain range. Surviving in conditions that appear to be close to the very soup of primordial Earth, these microbes have become the basis for the latest research into Earth's origins. Fully illustrated with fantastic underwater imagery.

The techniques and ingredients of sophisticated Japanese cuisine are explained here in detail and illustrated in a series of step-by-step colour photographs. Ideal for home cooks new to Japanese food and for those with experience.

Five Wordless Graphic Novels. Second expanded edition of the book that features five wordless novels by five great 20th century woodcut artists from Europe and North America.

AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE. An illustrated collection of stories about Japans food culture and recipes which replicate the authentic flavours and aromas of Japan.

Photographing The Mechanics Of Flight. A wildlife photographer shares his vivid and varied images of birds in flight, 100 gravity-defying photographs spanning a wide range of species.

A photographic tour of Canada's major wilderness nature park, celebrating the idyllic scenery and wildlife to be found there.

A revolutionary workout guide showing how different muscles of the female body actually work during exercise through lifelike anatomical illustrations which show muscles in action.

Didier Boursin presents a colourful and easy-to-use book filled with new and traditional origami toy projects that should delight, amuse and inspire paper folders of all ages and skill levels.

Presents an illustrated story of the farmers, the god-king and the most astounding structure ever built; the story of the Great Pyramid of Ancient Egypt and the people who built it. This book describes the ancient kingdom, a nation of farmers living on the green edge of a harsh desert with a king who was a god to his people in life and in death.

30 fascinating optical illusions rendered in photography, artwork and computer graphics and explained in clear language for young readers.

The three most famous and influential works from the controversial nature writer and legendary early conservationist, an Englishman who lived the life of a North American native.

A combination of photographs and lifelike anatomical artwork reveal in colourful detail exactly how and which muscles are engaged in exercises designed to maintain fitness in the over fifties.

A whole year of daily art and sketching challenges, from the easy to the progressively harder, which will teach you the fundamentals of drawing.

A photographic tour of the universe based on the author's popular column in Sky and Telescope magazine, organized by season and subdivided into months.

Library hardback edition featuring the facts about the current plastic problem and what each of us can do to rethink our lives and reduce our individual plastic footprints in the interest of the future of our planet.

The ultimate guide to making colours work in home decor, fashion and events, featuring inspiring colour palettes to mix and match and colour combinations for various uses.

A comprehensive resource for all jewellers, amateur or professional, which covers hundreds of common mistakes, accidents and problems that a beginner or intermediate crafter may encounter.

A celebration of fifty of history's most influential aircraft, their pilots, designers - from the Wright brothers through two world wars and modern stealth technology.