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by Henry David Thoreau
Accounts of Thoreau's daily life on the shores of Walden Pond outside Concord, Massachusetts, are interwoven with musings on the virtues of self-reliance and individual freedom, on society, government, and other topics.
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 My First Summer in the Sierra
by John Muir
Muir's engaging journal describes majestic vistas, flora and fauna, as well as the region's other breathtaking natural wonders. 21 black-and-white illustrations.
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| |  Five Acres and Independence
by Maurice G. Kains
Great back-to-the-land classic explains basics of self-sufficient farming. The one book to get. 95 illustrations.
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by William J. Long, Charles Copeland, William Young
This pioneering study explores communication and powers of premonition among wild and domesticated animals. Based on field observations by a famous naturalist, it examines phenomena that will interest every animal lover.
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| |  The Heart of Thoreau’s Journals
by Odell Shepard
The conflict between scientific observation and poetry, reflections on abolition, transcendental philosophy, other concerns are explored in this superb general selection from Thoreau's voluminous Journal.
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 The Strenuous Life: Essays and Addresses
by Theodore Roosevelt
Politician, soldier, naturalist, and historian — Theodore Roosevelt remains a towering symbol of American optimism and progress. This collection embodies his enduring ideals for attaining a robust political, social, and personal life.
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| |  Nature and Other Essays
by Ralph Waldo Emerson
A soul-satisfying collection of 12 essays by the noted philosopher and poet who embraced independence, rejected conformity, and loved nature. Includes the title essay, plus "Character," "Intellect," "Spiritual Laws," "Circles," and others.
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 The Little Green Book: 365 Ways to Love the Planet
by Joseph Provey, Mr.
The Little Green Book: 365 Ways to Love the Planet is a "green" guidebook for anyone who wants to improve the quality of their life and make the planet a better place to live. A tip a day shows readers how they can improve their lives at home, in the community, at work, and at play.
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| |  Green Remodeling: Your Start toward an Eco-Friendly Home
by John D. Wagner
Ultimate Guide to Green Remodeling shows homeowners how they can take part in the "green" revolution through remodeling. Some of the topics covered include reducing home energy use, selecting nontoxic products, saving water, and supporting the environment through the use of products that support responsible manufacturing and the sustainable harvesting of natural resources.
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 Green Up Your Cleanup
by Jill Schoff
A handbook of advice and cleanser "recipes" that explains how to eliminate chemical household cleaning agents from your life and replace them with natural, and often homemade, solutions. Inspired by the author's experience as a mother of an allergic child, the book also includes "green facts," "smart tips," and informational sidebars.
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 The Life of the Bee
by Maurice Maeterlinck, Alfred Sutro, Edwin Way Teale
From their amazingly intricate feats of architecture to their intrinsic sense of self-sacrifice, the Nobel Prize winner takes a "bee's-eye view" of the most orderly society on Earth.
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 Raising Small Livestock: A Practical Handbook
by Jerome D. Belanger
For rural property owners considering raising small animals, this clearly written guide provides guidance and information on caring for animals, available breeds, disease control, and mixing feed. 27 halftones; 23 line illustrations.
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| |  Native American Creation Myths
by Jeremiah Curtin
Traditional American Indian life revolved around communication with divinity, and these authentic stories about the origin of the earth and its creatures embody every facet of their culture — customs, institutions, and art.
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 Cape Cod
by Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau's compelling account of the region's plants, animals, topography, weather, and people features captivating tales of exploration, settlement, and survival.
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| |  The Little Flowers of Saint Francis
by Thomas Okey
Told in charming, brief anecdotes, these stories include Saint Francis's sermon to the birds, his taming of a savage wolf, his conversion of the Sultan of Babylon, and his healing of a leper.
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 Everyday Life of the North American Indian
by Jon Manchip White
Well-researched and highly readable study provides in-depth views of the daily life, times, and culture of the Native American athlete, warrior, spouse, and parent; witch doctor, worshipper, artist and craftsman. 107 black-and-white illustrations.
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| |  From the Deep Woods to Civilization
by Charles Alexander (Ohiyesa) Eastman
A native Sioux's inspiring biography recounts his education in the white world, his experiences as a physician at the Wounded Knee massacre, and his goverment work on behalf of American Indians.
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 The Soul of the Indian
by Charles Alexander (Ohiyesa) Eastman
The author discusses forms of ceremonial and symbolic worship, the unwritten scriptures, and the spirit world, emphasizing the universal quality and personal appeal of Native American religion.
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| |  Sacajawea: Guide and Interpreter of Lewis and Clark
by Grace Raymond Hebard
Remarkable study, based on exacting research, unravels the tangled threads of Sacajawea's family life, describes her personal traits, and significant services she rendered during a grand adventure that would forever alter American history.
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 North American Indian Legends
by Allan A. Macfarlan
90 stories from tribes throughout the U.S. and Canada cover a wide range of subjects: tales of creation, heros, witchcraft, monsters, romance, enchantment, tricksters, and more.
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| |  Seneca Indian Myths
by Jeremiah Curtin
Picturesque myths, recorded in 1883 by celebrated Smithsonian Institution ethnologist exactly as spoken. Many focus on seasons or weather, others concern creation myths, animals, and much more.
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 Wild Animals I Have Known
by Ernest Thompson Seton
Eight masterful stories by noted naturalist offer blend of scientific observation and romanticism. Memorable characters include Old Lobo, the leader of a wolfpack; and Silverspot, a wise old crow. 200 black-and-white illustrations.
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| |  Henry Thoreau as Remembered by a Young Friend
by Ralph Waldo Emerson
An extraordinary personal testament to the life and times of one of America's great naturalists and literary figures offers valuable insights, not available elsewhere, into the life of a remarkable man.
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by Jean Henri Fabre
Beautiful, simply written observations about the beetle, cicada, praying mantis, glow-worm, wasp, grub, cricket, locust and other creatures, describing how they hunt, build nests, feed families, and more.
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 Myths of the Cherokee
by James Mooney
126 myths: sacred stories, animal myths, local legends, many more. Plus background on Cherokee history, notes on the myths and parallels. Features 20 maps and illustrations.
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 Life of Black Hawk
by Black Hawk
Autobiography of early 19th century leader of the Sauk and Fox Indians. Describes tribal customs, traditions, Indian wars, more.
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| |  Self-Reliance and Other Essays
by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Six essays and one address outline Emerson's moral idealism and hint at later scepticism. In addition to title essay, this volume includes "History," "Friendship," "The Over-Soul," "The Poet" and "Experience," plus the Harvard Divinity School Address.
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 Navaho Indian Myths
by Aileen O’Bryan
Rich compilation of Navaho origin and creation myths, recorded directly from a tribal elder: "The Creation of the Sun and Moon," "The Maiden who Became a Bear," and many more.
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| |  The Autobiography of a Kiowa Apache Indian
by Charles S. Brant
Ethnological classic details life of 19th-century Native American — childhood, tribal customs, contact with whites, government attitudes toward tribe, much more. Editor's preface, introduction and epilogue. Index. 1 map.
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 The Myths of the North American Indians
by Lewis Spence
Rich anthology of the myths and legends of the Algonquins, Iroquois, Pawnees, and Sioux: warrior rivalries, steadfast love, and victory over powerful forces. Extensive historical and ethnological commentary. 36 illustrations.
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| |  The Naturalist in La Plata
by W. H. Hudson
Celebrated nature classic offers unusual perspective on treeless grasslands of Argentina. Detailed, accurate observations of desert pampas, wildlife, animal defense mechanisms, more.
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 ABC of Poultry Raising
by J. H. Florea
Second, thoroughly revised (1977) edition of probably finest guide available for successfully raising small flock of chickens. 53 illustrations.
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| |  Indian Boyhood
by Charles A. Eastman
Chronicles first 15 years in life of a native Santee Sioux Indian in mid-19th century: childhood memories, training in the hunt, woodlore, religious practices, medicine men, more. 13 illustrations.
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 The Indians’ Book
by Natalie Curtis
Lore, music, narratives, dozens of drawings survey the native culture among Plains, Southwestern, Lake, and Pueblo Indians. Standard work in popular ethnomusicology. Features 149 songs in full notation, 23 drawings, and 23 photos.
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| |  Fruit Key and Twig Key to Trees and Shrubs
by William M. Harlow
One of the handiest and most widely used identification aids. Fruit key covers 120 deciduous and evergreen species; twig key covers 160 deciduous species. Easily used. Over 300 photographs.
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 Travels of William Bartram
by William Bartram
First inexpensive, illustrated edition of early classic on American geography, plants, Indians, wildlife, early settlers. Influenced Coleridge, Wordsworth, Chateaubriand. "A book of extraordinary beauty..." — New York Times. 13 illustrations.
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| |  The Book of Green Quotations
by James Daley
Timely and thought-provoking, this volume comprises many hundreds of quotations by presidents, scientists, activists, and other public figures on conservation, ecology, environmentalism, wilderness, global warming, pollution, nature, and other subjects.
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