The Roman philosopher's didactic poem in 6 parts, De Rerum Natura ? On the Nature of Things ? theorizes that natural causes are the forces behind earthly phenomena and dismisses divine intervention. D
This groundbreaking collection brings together for the first time diverse geographical work on the social construction of nature. Eleven leading contributors not only discuss social nature, but look a
Examining the position of women in relation to nature - the forests, the food chain and water supplies - the author links the violaation of nature with the violation and marginalization of women in th
Examining the position of women in relation to nature - the forests, the food chain and water supplies - the author links the violaation of nature with the violation and marginalization of women in th
Discrimination learning and infant cognition The Nature and Processes of Preverbal Learning details a study on discrimination learning in nine-month-old infants to explore how children can learn befor
Comprehensive, concise, and authoritative, and based on critical examination of hundreds of scientific studies, Marine Ecosystems: Behaviour and Management is an in-depth appraisal of the nature and d
Depict the play of light on spring foliage silhouetted against a dark sky. Paint a vivid sunset over a lake. Capture the drama of waves surging toward the shore. The Big Book of Painting Nature in Wat
Here is the perfect guide to exploring the wonders of nature with children--safely. Whether your outdoor experience includes day trips to local parks or long wilderness treks, Tom Brown, Jr. can help
What do you know about ducks? This book helps you learn all about which is a boy duck and which is a girl, why some quack louder and others more softly. It also helps you find out what they eat when i
Little Homesteader: A Fall Treasury of Recipes, Crafts, and Wisdom offers nature-based crafts, baking recipes, and gardening projects in a celebration of the self-sufficient, eco-friendly homesteading
A groundbreaking tour of the human mind that illuminates the biological nature of our inner worlds and emotions, through gripping and at times harrowing clinical storiesKarl Deisseroth has spent his l
A timely tale of exploring kindness, the act of paying it forward, and the strength that is found in working as a community.Bear loves to plan ahead. So when it starts to rain one day, she helps her f
Help curious preschoolers find out more about going green with this fun lift-the-flap book. Find Out About: Saving Our Planet helps young children understand key environmental issues and what they can
Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of nature at home with Bugs - an activity-packed exploration of insects and their world. Divided into sections, the book star
An interactive guide to shapes for 5 to 8 year olds, this bright and bold lift-the-flap activity book helps children understand the properties of 2-D and 3-D shapes. Shapes are an important topic for
The ubiquity of the Internet contrasts with the territorial nature of national legal orders. This insightful book provides a detailed practical analysis of jurisdiction, choice of law and recognition
As a child he was taught to respect nature by an Apache elder he called Grandfather, now as a bestselling author and master tracker Tom Brown, Jr., shares his secrets for nurturing and saving our plan
Children love their pets very much and when the animals die, that loss can be hard to process. The End of Something Wonderful helps kids handle their feelings when they re hurting and can t find all t
Perplexed by plate tectonics? Confused by climates? Disoriented by demographics?Help Your Kids with Geography helps parents come to terms with what their children learn in geography class by exploring
Born of tumult in 1909, the Giro d'Italia helped unite a nation. Since then, it has reflected it's home country—the Giro's capricious and unpredictable nature matches the passions and extremes of Ital
A strong educational foundation helps ensure a child is able to benefit from the learning opportunities available at preschool. In Pre-K Skills Workbook: Shapes and Patterns, children in Pre-K can pra
Duke's Tail wag-wag-wags. "He's telling us thank you for walking him," says Mummy.Did you know that children as young as one or two are capable of complex feelings? A Thank You Walk helps develop grat
Kids can be good citizens, too!The Rookie Read about Civics series helps children become productive citizens by presenting core civic knowledge in a fun and engaging way. Each book features include cr
The book of Genesis introduces three similar wife/sister narratives (Gen 12:10--13:1, 20:1-18, and 26:1-11), commonly thought to originate from different sources because of their repetitive nature. Th
Our understanding of the ‘tree of life’, with powerful implications for human genetics, human health and our own human nature, has recently completely changed. This book is about a new method of telli
The acclaimed NYU business professor’s tour de force on the true nature of technology’s titans, and what happens next in their struggle to dominate our lives. Apple, Amazon, Google, and Facebook are i
A strikingly illustrated peek-through book is complemented by lyrical text that introduces a range of emotions to help children understand the universal and unique nature of feelings.
There's a new student in Peppa's class! Her name is Emily Elephant. At first, Emily is very shy and quiet. Peppa helps her adjust to school and make new friends as they learn, play games, and of cours
From the creator of Star Stuff comes a picture book biography of Rachel Carson, the iconic environmentalist who fought to keep the sounds of nature from going silent.As a child, Rachel Carson lived by
After her parents' death, Judith Gladstone travels to San Francisco to find her last living relative. Her unrequited love, Caleb Coulter, helps her search, and when his connections lead Judith to a we
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Norway will lead you straight to the best attractions this breathtaking country has to offer. Packed with stunning photography and illustrations, this guide helps you disco
Observe nature, be inspired by it and start experimenting. n their stunning first book, Loose Leaf, botanical designers Wona Bae and Charlie Lawler show us the many ways we can get creative with natur
