"Tenderfoot Days" is a memoir written by George Robert Bird that tells the story of his youth in the American West during the late 19th century.Born in Iowa in 1862, Bird moved with his family to Kansas and then to Colorado as a young boy. Growing up in the rugged and untamed wilderness of the West, Bird had many adventures and experiences that shaped his life and worldview."Tenderfoot Days" is a collection of stories and anecdotes from Bird's youth, including his encounters with Native Am...

This book is neither a History nor a Topography of the Territory of Utah in the early seventies of the last century. The volume is due to the experiences of an outsider who tried to be impartial in his views and sympathies. The personal note, of course, rings in this record of those past days. No onslaught is made on the "wild and woolly" west, nor on the eccentric religion of the majority of the people. Through much peril and privation, the wild wastes of the Territory had been occupied b...

This is a memoir by a non-Mormon about his experiences in the prospecting camps of Utah at the turn of the 19th century. Written as a first-person perspective by an outsider, it gives a sympathetic account of the Mormons, but also brings up some darker aspects about their history. It's also pretty racist towards Native Americans, so, as always with these old books, please bear in mind the context and the era in which it was written.

Poverty reduction challenges in the twenty-first century are not the same as those from the previous century. The shift is due in no small part to climate change and climate-related weather disasters, such as extreme flood and drought. The magnitude and frequency of such events are only expected to increase in the coming decades, affecting more and more impoverished people across the globe.Poverty Reduction in a Changing Climate, edited by Hari Bansha Dulal, is a work which discuss...

From the #1 international bestselling author of THE REVENANT – the book that inspired the award-winning movie – comes the fascinating story of America’s first battle over the environment.In the last three decades of the nineteenth century, an American buffalo herd once numbering 30 million animals was reduced to twelve. In an era that treated the West as nothing more than a treasure chest of resources to be dug up and shot down, the buffalo was a commodity, hounded by hide hunters ...

The central theological claim of Christianity, that Jesus is God incarnate, finds eager detractors across a wide spectrum—from scholars who interpret Jesus as a prophet, angel, or guru to adherents of progressive Christianity and non-Christian religions and philosophies. Yet thorough biblical scholarship strongly supports the historic Christian teaching on the deity of Christ. Authors Robert M. Bowman Jr. and J. Ed Komoszewski follow the approach of their landmark 2007 study on the same to...

The Book of Monsters: 40 Timeless Horror Novels is a masterful anthology that encompasses a broad spectrum of gothic horror, supernatural thrillers, and classic tales of terror. This carefully curated collection captures the essence of horror literature from the 19th and early 20th centuries, showcasing a diversity of styles and thematic explorations. With standout pieces that encapsulate the macabre atmosphere and psychological depth of horror, this anthology offers readers an unparallele...

Dive into the chilling and imaginative world of 'The Beasts of Nightmares: 40 Monster Books,' a collection that brings together some of the most spine-tingling tales from the masters of horror and gothic literature. This anthology encapsulates a rich tapestry of monstrous creations, exploring the darkest recesses of the human psyche, the uncanny, and the supernatural. With stories ranging from grotesque creatures that lurk in the shadows to psychological terrors that challenge the boundari...

The Explorer's Library: 60 Adventure Classics is a sweeping anthology that transports readers into the thrilling realms of uncharted territories, high seas, and mysterious islands. With an unparalleled range of literary styles—from the gripping realism of Joseph Conrad to the fantastical voyages of Jules Verne—this collection showcases the rich diversity and timeless appeal of adventure literature. Standout stories include exhilarating sea tales, perilous expeditions, heroic quests, and ab...

This unique collection is created for all the dreamers of great adventure, for the heroes at heart, for the believers in honor and justice. This pocket library of action and ultimate adventure includes the greatest classics of the genre. You can choose to experience the thrill of a chase, the discovery of a treasure or lost civilization, the furor of a sea battle or a sword fight - at any time that suits you. The edition includes: The Count Of Monte Cristo (Alexandre Dumas) Treasure Island...

This book is a compendium of current information on all aspects of these economically important parasites. It provides comprehensive coverage of their biology, management, morphology and diagnostics, in addition to up-to-date information on molecular aspects of taxonomy, host-parasitic relationships and resistance. Written by a team of international experts, Cyst Nematodes will be invaluable to all researchers, lecturers and students in nematology, parasitology, agriculture and agronomy, i...

Christmas Gold: The Greatest Holiday Novels, Tales & Poems (Illustrated Edition) is an extraordinary collection that dives deep into the festive spirit through the literary lenses of an impressive consortium of authors. Encapsulating a wide range of styles—from the hauntingly beautiful prose of Charles Dickens to the lyrical poetry of William Butler Yeats, this anthology exudes the diversity and depth of Christmas narratives. The collection not only revitalizes traditional holiday themes s...