As Chilean ambassador to the United Nations, Munoz sat on the Security Council just prior to and immediately following the US invasion and occupation of Iraq, serving part of that time as the presiden
For more than forty years, Willie Nelson has been a national treasure, creating a legacy that extends far beyond the scope of his music. He has mobilized support for the American farmer and has become
Journey with renowned food historian Sam Arnold, owner of The Fort, Colorado's historic restaurant, as he re-creates the food and drink of the frontier West.
Using Native American stories as a teaching tool to help children discover plants and their environment, a complete program of study in botany, plant ecology, and natural history of many North America
According to Vine Deloria Jr., Hank Adams is the most important Native American of the past sixty years. From his mediation of disputes between the US government and AIM in the 1970s to his key role i
Wilderness, Wildlands, and People details the many accomplishments of the 8th World Wilderness Congress, the world's longest-running, international environmental forum.
Nelson, who has lived in Mexico off and on for decades, maintains a website and runs a consulting service on all aspects of life in Mexico. This updated guide reflects Nelson's expertise with clear, n
In this entertaining and thought-provoking book, noted historian and musician Bobby Bridger explores the impact of Native American culture on the American psyche. The book also examines the impact of
Here is an examination of critical thinking with information on how to cut through the tangle of pseudo-information and learn to think and decide for yourself.
Personal possessions tell a beautiful story of a person's life. Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time helps to capture and share these stories by providing tools for how to thin, repurpose, and redistrib
In the much-awaited sequel to the bestselling book, "Cruisin' The Fossil Freeway", we are back on another road trip with paleontologist Kirk Johnson and artist Ray Troll. This time the two friends dri
This Unique Guidebook Provides All The Necessary Information About Where And When To View Natural Wonders As They Unfold In The Carolinas And Tennessee.
This entirely new edition of a famous classic has glorious new photographs—many never before seen—as well as revised and expanded text that deepens our understanding of the vital role
Armed with little more than determination, a fine set of wheels, and decades of college, Johnson (Denver Museum of Nature and Science) and artist Troll set off to find every sort of fossil and fossil-
In 2007 the United Nations approved the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. United States endorsement in 2010 ushered in a new era of Indian law and policy. This book highl
Beautifully illustrated with historic and full-color photos and filled with modern essays and fascinating historic extracts, this book is a wealth of information on a beloved national park and World C
Presents an imaginary journey back in time to the birth of the Hudson River and examines its history, pollution and clean-up, nearby Native American and European settlements, and the river's appeal as
Colorado senator Morgan Carroll brings us an inside look at how state legislatures really work and how ordinary citizens can make and change law and policy in their state and become their own lobbyist
Discusses prominent mountain chains in North America and the plants and animals found there, including the Appalachian Mountains, Rocky Mountains, and Cascades
Poverty, physical abuse, suicide, and addiction have all reached epidemic proportions in South Dakota’s Indian reservations. Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota children and young adults are disproportionately
Rich illustrations reveal the history of Wyoming's geology, environment, and landscape Merging paleontology, geology, and artistry, Ancient Wyoming illustrates scenes from the distant past and
Presents experiments which explore scientific processes of plants and gardens, and answer questions about such plants as the Venus flytrap, clover, lichen, and the sensitive plant.
Provides information about all aspects of the universe: galaxies, the solar system, stars, asteroids and meteoroids, space exploration and more. Includes related hands-on activities and projects.
Written for gardeners in the southeastern, southcentral, and southwestern US, this personably written gardening guide discusses climate and soils, cultivation techniques, and how to select suitable pl
The late Deloria, a Native American scholar of history, law, religion, and political science, and Wilkins (American Indian studies, political science, law, and American studies, U. of Minnesota) argue
With medical costs skyrocketing and more and more Americans lacking adequate care, the debate over health care reform has escalated nationwide. Former Colorado governor Richard Lamm and health policy
Old country barns, the most enduring and recognizable landmarks on the rural landscape, are rapidly becoming the focus of preservation efforts and agritourism. Barn lovers, nostalgia buffs, and enviro
Veteran Denver Post columnist Dick Kreck recounts in compelling, journalistic style the triumphs and tragedies of Denver's firefighters and the disastrous fires they fought between 1863 and 1974. He
In an updated and expanded edition of a timeless classic, best-selling author Jerry Apps has written and collected oft-spoken phrases, observations, comments, and conundrums celebrating country life a
“...A collection of narratives and photographs that begins a dialogue about the convergence of past, present and future in our region.”—Vail DailyThis documentary-style collection of photographs and n
Discover why Leopard has spots, and what happens when Mrs. Chicken meets a hungry crocodile. These and other Dan tales are engagingly retold with dramatic black-and-white linoleum prints.
"Always sharp witted, Northrup chronicles the life of a birchbark basket maker and storyteller working in the woods and lakes, traveling to museums, colleges, and culture camps." -Heid E. Erdrich"[A]
For over a decade, Lauren Springer and Rob Proctor have been good friends and garden writing colleagues. In Passionate Gardening, readers will be entertained, informed, and inspired by the pair's prac
These 65 beautifully crafted illustrations will inspire the readers to connect to nature and unwind. Uplifting nature quotes refresh and inspire, while brief nature facts on the spread's flora and
