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  • Kings of the Yukon

    An Alaskan River Journey

    by Adam Weymouth ...
    ****Winner of the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award 2018 and the Lonely Planet Adventure Travel Book of the Year 2019**'Weymouth combines acute political, personal and ecological understanding, with the most beautiful writing reminiscent of a young Robert Macfarlane. He is, I have no doubt, a significant voice for the future' Andrew Holgate, Sunday Times literary editor**'Adam Weymouth ... Read more

    9,49 €

  • Danube

    In this fascinating journey Claudio Magris, whose knowledge is encyclopaedic and whose curiosity limitless, guides his reader from the river's source in the Bavarian hills through Austro-Hungary and the Balkans to the Black Sea. Along the way he raises the ghosts that inhabit the houses and monuments - from Ovid and Marcus Aurelius to Kafka and Canetti - and in so doing sets his finger on the ... Read more

    10,99 €

  • Underland

    A Deep Time Journey - The bestselling nature book from the author of Is a River Alive?

    Follow Robert Macfarlane to the furthest corners of the globe....A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2019WINNER OF THE STANFORD DOLMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2020'You'd be crazy not to read this book' The Sunday TimesA Guardian Best Book of the 21st CenturyIn Underland, Robert Macfarlane takes us on... ... Read more

    10,99 €

  • 101 Favorite Saltwater Flies

    History, Tying Tips, and Fishing Strategies

    101 Favorite Saltwater Flies is the latest fly-tying manual from acclaimed writer David Klausmeyer, to complement his recent volumes, 101 Favorite Dry Flies and 101 Favorite Nymphs and Wet Flies. If you’re a tier yearning for detailed information on the hottest new saltwater flies, this book has them all. The flies here are divided into groups to showcase the best situations to use them, and each ... Read more

    12,60 €

  • Waterfalls of Nova Scotia

    A Guide

    An Atlantic BestsellerNova Scotia is blessed with numerous must-see waterfalls, and this volume from self-described “waterfall addict” Benoit Lalonde brings together 100 of the province’s best.Conveniently categorized by the government of Nova Scotia scenic route system, this rich compendium includes famous waterfalls such as Garden of Eden Fall, Wentworth Falls, Cuties Hollow, Annandale Falls and ... Read more

    12,82 €

  • Spey Flies, Their History and Construction

    by John Shewey ...
    The Definitive Book on Spey FliesWithin fly tying, and within steelhead and salmon angling, Spey flies occupy a substantial niche. These flies are exceptionally popular in America, not only on the “steelhead coast,” but nationwide among fly tying enthusiasts, and they enjoy a substantial popularity worldwide; their popularity has gained renewed enthusiasm with the latest generation of young tiers ... Read more

    32,08 €

  • The US Geography Book Grade 6: Deserts, Lakes, Rivers and Mountain Ranges | Children's Geography & Culture Books

    Don’t just focus on the names of states, take a look at the geography of the US too. The US covers a huge land area and in it are deserts, lakes, rivers and mountain ranges. Because of its geography, it is home to many kinds of flora and fauna. Reading will help you learn, even if you can’t travel. Grab a copy now! ... Read more

    3,56 €

  • Complete Book of Fishing Knots, Leaders, and Lines

    How to Tie The Perfect Knot for Every Fishing Situation

    Master every fishing knot you’ll ever need.When you’re fishing, there’s nothing more frustrating than letting a poorly tied knot cost you the catch of the day. Knot expert Lindsey Philpott has written a guide to save anglers everywhere that anguish. The Complete Book of Fishing Knots, Leaders, and Lines contains directions for fifty kinds of knots, ranging from easier knots for beginners to ... Read more

    11,45 €

  • Fly-Casting Finesse

    A Complete Guide to Improving All Aspects of Your Casting

    by John L. Field ...
    Fly-Casting Finesse reveals expert John L. Field’s secrets of fly-casting based on modern observation, Field’s experience as an angler and casting teacher, and his collaboration with international members of casting clubs and schools. Whether the reader is a salt- or freshwater angler, Fly-Casting Finesse will help the caster increase accuracy and distance as well as hone presentation. It runs the ... Read more

    22,91 €

  • How to Fish

    The funny and wise book on fishing - for experts and armchair anglers alike

    Sitting on a riverbank, with rod and line, must count as one of the most relaxing and enjoyable – yet occasionally frustrating – experiences known to man.Chris Yates discovered the joys of fishing early in life and was quickly hooked by its pleasures. Many years later, he is still content to sit, day after day, observing the quirks of different fish and losing track of time. For him, fishing is ... Read more

    14,99 €

  • Beyond Catch & Release

    Exploring the Future of Fly Fishing

    by Paul Guernsey ...
    Will fly fishing survive the twenty-first century? Author and angler Paul Guernsey argues that angling and the natural resources it depends upon-clear rivers, unpolluted oceans, and much more-are threatened by a host of increasingly complex social and environmental factors. Tradition, conservation of land and water, a foresighted ethic, concerns for the sport of other anglers, a commitment to the ... Read more

    14,89 €

  • Il Fiume

    AFLUNEO è l’acronimo di Apud FLUmina Nascitur Europae Ordo, lungo i fiumi nasce la civiltà,l’ordine europeo. La serie di articoli, che verranno pubblicati sotto questo marchio,hanno lo scopo di far comprendere come la soluzione a problemi di ordine militare (castelli, fortificazioni, tecniche di difesa ed assedio), di edilizia religiosa (abbazie,monasteri, pievi) agricoli (sfruttamento delle acque ... Read more

    1,49 €

  • River Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland

    Series series Folk Tales
    Rivers and streams sculpt our landscape, and have connected our communities throughout history, from mountain to estuary and to the wide sea beyond. They give us water and food, trade and transport – yet they have a life-force all of their own.In this collection of traditional folk tales from wild rivers, lakes, and streams, Lisa Schneidau retells old stories of danger and transformation, of river ... Read more

    7,94 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Hudson

    America's River

    "A commanding and inspiring biography of a river that gave rise to an art movement, progressive social quests, [and] landmark environmental cases." — Booklist (starred review)Includes maps, photos, and illustrationsFrances F. Dunwell presents a rich portrait of the Hudson and of the visionary people whose deep relationship with the river inspired changes in American history and culture. Lavishly ... Read more

    12,29 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Organic Machine

    The Remaking of the Columbia River

    by Richard White ...
    Series series Hill and Wang Critical Issues
    The Hill and Wang Critical Issues Series: concise, affordable works on pivotal topics in American history, society, and politics.In this pioneering study, White explores the relationship between the natural history of the Columbia River and the human history of the Pacific Northwest for both whites and Native Americans. He concentrates on what brings humans and the river together: not only the ... Read more

    8,26 €

  • Fisherman's Bible

    The World's Most Comprehensive Angling Reference

    Edited by Graham Moore ...
    In the tradition of the bestselling Shooter’s Bible, Skyhorse Publishing presents the Fisherman’s Bible, the most complete reference guide for new fishing equipment and its specifications. Anglers will only need one book-now in its second year-to discover all the new gear on the market as well as to look up specs on accessories currently in production.A comprehensive full-color feature on new ... Read more

    24,06 €

  • Water Lines

    A Life on Marshes, Rivers, Sea, and in the Rain

    A luminous, deeply felt collection of essays from Riverhorse Nakadate—angler, musician, conservationist, and lifelong nomad—whose devotion to wild places and the healing power of water pulses through every page. For readers of Edward Abbey, Barry Lopez, Mary Oliver, and Jim Harrison, this book is a soulful invitation to step off the grid and into the current.Across thirty-two essays, Nakadate ... Read more

    10,27 €

  • River Forth

    From Source to Sea

    Series series River
    The Forth packs more interesting historical and geographical attractions into its relatively short length than any other river in Britain. It rises on the eastern slopes of the mighty Ben Lomond, the most southerly of Scotland’s Munros. It then ambles through the beautiful Trossachs, an area of scenic lochs and forests nestling amid crumpled hills which was the setting for Sir Walter Scott’s epic ... Read more

    14,09 €

  • Gender Dynamics in Transboundary Water Governance

    Feminist Perspectives on Water Conflict and Cooperation

    Series series Earthscan Studies in Water Resource Management
    This volume assesses the nexus of gender and transboundary water governance, containing empirical case studies, discourse analyses, practitioners’ accounts, and theoretical reflections.Transboundary water governance exists at the intersection of two highly masculinised fields: diplomacy and water resources management. In both fields, positions are mainly held by men, and core ideas, norms, and ... Read more

    Free

  • Beneath the Surface

    Understanding Nature in the Mullica Valley Estuary

    2021 winner of Non-fiction popular category: New Jersey Studies Academic AllianceThe Mullica Valley estuary and its watershed, formed over the last 10,000 years, are among the cleanest estuaries along the east coast of the United States. This 365,000-acre ecosystem benefits from a combination of protected watershed, low human population density, and general lack of extensive development. In ... Read more

    22,46 €

  • The State of Water

    Understanding California's Most Precious Resource

    by Obi Kaufmann ...
    Obi Kaufmann, author of the best-selling California Field Atlas, turns his artful yet analytical attention to the Golden State's single most complex and controversial resource: water.In this new book, full-color maps unravel the braided knot of California's water infrastructure and ecosystems, exposing a history of unlimited growth in spite of finite natural resources—a history that has led to its ... Read more

    15,47 €

  • Water Trading and Global Water Scarcity

    International Experiences

    Edited by Josefina Maestu ...
    Series series RFF Press Water Policy Series
    Water scarcity is an increasing problem in many parts of the world, yet conventional supply-side economics and management are insufficient to deal with it. In this book the role of water trading as an instrument of integrated water resources management is explored in depth. It is also shown to be an instrument for conflict resolution, where it may be necessary to reallocate water in the context of ... Read more

    64,53 €

  • Custom Rod Thread Art

    "Hand a person a custom made rod," says expert rod maker Dale P. Clemens, "and in almost every instance one of the first things he looks at is the decorative thread work," because a handsome rod is more desirable to own and fish. Clemens guides his readers through the organizational process of threading, illustrates the uses of patterns and replicas, explains how to wrap and weave, and gives his ... Read more

    25,20 €

  • Gudgeon

    The angler's favourite tiddler

    by Mark Everard ...
    This book is a celebration of the humble gudgeon, the angler's favourite 'tiddler'.This much-loved little fish is long overdue a little book all of its own.Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr Mark Everard tells tales about the biology of the gudgeon, gudgeon fishing, and the diverse social quirks and values of this most popular of little fishes. ... Read more

    20,69 €