Henry David Thoreau saw nature as teacher and companion, and many of his philosophies guide the contemporary environmental movement. What Thoreau wrote about simplicity, materialism, technology, and o
Thirty years after global holocaust, the colony of Carthage still struggles to build its new world. While steam engines and other early industrial technology have empowered its economy, the fragile so
An Anthology of the 2009 Arse Elektronika colloquium, which takes place annually in San Francisco. The Arse event is an exploration of future, current, and past technology as it is used in regards to
The greatest "can you find it" book ever wasn't technologically possible until now. Using MagicView, a proprietary technology for hiding and revealing images in print, readers must follow the clues th
From a city of smokestacks to a city of culture, technology, and trees, Pittsburgh's revitalized city parks, abundant state parks, tranquil state forests, and enhanced riverfronts offer endless opport
New technology, industry and commerce have spawned the global interdependency of all people, making us our brothers' keepers by necessity, asserts author Anna Lemkow in this exciting demonstration of
In the early 1990s, Motorola, the legendary American technology company developed a revolutionary satellite system called Iridium that promised to be its crowning achievement. Light years ahead of any
Every one of us is unique. With recent advances in technology, we now know that that statement is more true that ever: we are each individuals, right down to a molecular level ? a one-of-a-kind combin
A visionary look at the way the human mind can shape the future by world-renowned physicist Neil Turok. Every technology we rely on today was created by the human mind, seeking to understand the unive
Thirty trenchant essays probe the dominant paradigms ruling both the work and play industries in America, illuminating how both mirror each other in their sex, violence and power depictions. We may be
Long before "nano" entered the vernacular as an abbreviation for "nanotechnology," Rav Berg was speaking and writing in spiritual terms about this scientific concept, which is basically "less is more"
Do you listen to music with an MP3 player or read books on a tablet? Do you play multiplayer video games with people on the other side of the world? Do you have a robot cleaning your kitchen? Maybe no
Do you listen to music with an MP3 player or read books on a tablet? Do you play multiplayer video games with people on the other side of the world? Do you have a robot cleaning your kitchen? Maybe no
Brutality and fear. Heroism and sacrifice. Military history is a fascinating, complex, and often contradictory subject. War and fighting between tribes, clans, groups and countries has been with us fo
Out-of-print for years, and impossible to find Psychedelic Chemistry includes Marijuana THC and analogs, magic Mushrooms and other indole trips, mescaline and friends,harmaline and other beta-carbolin
Full of humor and delight, with a playful text and whimsical full color illustrations, Sister and I in Alaska documents Emily and Alice’s trip to Skidegate, Juneau, and places beyond, an adventure tha
The author of The Long Emergency offers his predictions as to what technological advances will truly bring, in a sobering look at the future that dispels the overly optimistic vision of the future as
The Arctic. Land of ice and the six-month day, irresistible goal for explorers and adventurers, enduring source of romance and mystery, and now also a poignant and unavoidable indicator of the impact
A mediation on life and death, being and non-being, and the intense mystery and beauty of existence, Maso’s new novel follows a mother and child as they roam through wondrous and increasingly dangerou
The Arctic. Land of ice and the six-month day, irresistible goal for explorers and adventurers, enduring source of romance and mystery, and now also a poignant and unavoidable indicator of the impact
More than an exercise program, Yoga and Scoliosis is a deeply soothing form of moving meditation and a physical activity and is a safe way to rebuild strength, stamina, and flexibility and to address
A beautifully illustrated and researched exploration of herbs and spices: their history, cultivation and uses, both familiar and forgotten. The comprehensive modern herbal lists nearly 300 plants and
Welcome to the enchanted world of a royal princess! This magical book transports your little princess into a fairytale land where giant castles, enchanted forests, and unicorns thrive. With its lovely
Karen Dorame presents hard-won tips and techniques that allow you to smooth out the bumps in the road toward a career in professional photography. She covers equipment selection and use, light source
The amount of stress in America and throughout the world is rapidly rising. We work too much, sleep too little, love with half a heart, and wonder why we are unhappy and unhealthy.Half of Americans in
James Salley is turning sixteen, and it’s not going well. His family’s too busy to care, the local bully creates new tortures daily, someone appears to be following him, and he’s just learned that he’
Regardless of discipline, level of expertise, training philosophy, body shape, or fitness level, all riders do betterin horse-related activities both on the ground and in the saddlewhen they take care
A keepsake; a treasure trove; a work of art. A source of inspiration; a method of organization; a peek inside the chaos and creativity of our own minds. An ideabook can be any one of these, or all of
Calling all young firefighters! Climb aboard the hook-and-ladder truck, but don’t forget to pat the Dalmatian before you do! Children of all ages embark on an exciting adventure as they ride fire engi
This beautifully illustrated book captivates young readers in a tour around the great city of Houston. Children quickly recognize their favorite parks, museums, and attractions including the Houston Z
Everything moves! Kids run around the playground, cars drive on the road, and balls fly through the air. What causes all this motion? Physics! Forces and motion rule the way everything moves through s
Everything moves! Kids run around the playground, cars drive on the road, and balls fly through the air. What causes all this motion? Physics! Forces and motion rule the way everything moves through s
The beguines began to form in various parts of Europe over eight hundred years ago. Beguines were laywomen, not nuns, and they did not live in monasteries. They practiced a remarkable way of living in
15 stylish and trendy bohemian bags to make. The styles are creative and fun with a wonderfully casual bohemian edge. Expert crafter Beate Schmitz's has created these wonderful bags using cotton and w
Inspired by her love of wildflowers, Kazuko Aoki has created a collection of more than 20 projects and over 100 individual cross-stitch motifs. Designs are included for all your floral favorites, such
A youthful artist is possessed by both his painting and his muse. Seductive travelers from the sea arrive to enrapture distant lovers. A temporary moon goddess inhabits the statue of a mermaid. After
Rennie Beckman is a dishonored ex-cop with only two things on his mind: his new boat, theTriggerfish, and his hot date, an environmentalist named Vicki. After the two unknowingly dock the boat in the
Howdy, little buckaroos! It’s time to saddle up and hit the dusty trail with some of the friendliest cowboys in all of the Wild West. Young whippersnappers get taste cowboy life as they gallop into th
Welcome little Texans to the great metropolitan area known as Dallas/Fort Worth. Young readers delight in a personal tour of the Dallas/Fort Worth area, recognizing fun sites and famous icons througho
An extraordinary woman living in extraordinary times, Lady Frances Ffolkes is an Edwardian-era suffragette who has an uncanny ability to attract danger and romance.When Major Colcombe, a family friend
