Ecologists, like other scientists, have for decades debated their role in society. While some have argued that ecologists should participate in environmental politics, others have focused their attention strictly on scientific issues. In Ecologists and Environmental Politics, now updated with a new preface by the author, Stephen Bocking explores this debate by recounting the history of ecology in Great Britain, the United States, and Canada since the 1940s.Bocking tells thi...

Fundamentally concerned with place, and our ability to understand human relationships with environment over time, Historical Geographic Information Systems (HGIS) as a tool and a subject has direct bearing for the study of contemporary environmental issues and realities. To date, HGIS projects in Canada are few and publications that discuss these projects directly even fewer. This book brings together case studies of HGIS projects in historical geography, social and cultural history, and e...

Northern Canada's distinctive landscapes, its complex social relations and the contested place of the North in contemporary political, military, scientific and economic affairs have fueled recent scholarly discussion. At the same time, both the media and the wider public have shown increasing interest in the region. This timely volume extends our understanding of the environmental history of northern Canada - clarifying both its practice and promise, and providing critical perspectives on ...

Far to the south of Arizona’s sprawling metropolises, a rolling savanna of grass, oak, and mesquite rises above the surrounding deserts. The Sonoita Plain is a basin of a thousand square miles bracketed by mountains, a land once the domain of cowboys that is now more and more the focus of exurban development. These southwestern grasslands are both typical of and distinct from those of the Great Plains—similarly shaped by drought, grazing, and fire, but with a different flo...

Science during the Cold War has become a matter of lively interest within the historical research community, attracting the attention of scholars concerned with the history of science, the Cold War, and environmental history. The Arctic—recognized as a frontier of confrontation between the superpowers, and consequently central to the Cold War—has also attracted much attention. This edited collection speaks to this dual interest by providing innovative and authoritative analyses of the hist...

The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture spotlights the often overlooked but very crucial sidekick in superhero narratives. From the classic companion Alfred Pennyworth to the supportive best friend Foggy Nelson, this collection examines a variety of sidekick characters and their importance to the hero’s journey in each story. Ultimately, rather than viewing the lack of superpowers as a flaw, the essays show that it is precisely human qualities like compassion,...

From renowned integrative physician Kenneth Bock, M.D., comes a groundbreaking approach to understanding adolescent and teen mental health disorders.Over the past decade, the number of 12- to 17-year-olds suffering from mental health disorders has more than doubled. While adolescents and teens are notorious for mood swings and rebellion, parents today are navigating new terrain as their children are increasingly at risk of struggling with a mental health issue. But...

As many as four million Americans suffer from the hepatitis C virus (HCV), but most don't even know they're infected. Here at last is the unprecedented book that smashes the myths about the disease as it offers authoritative, lifesaving information you won't find anywhere else. Living Healthy with Hepatitis C is your ultimate weapon against the biggest killer of all: fear. Discover new hope and help in its pages as you learn a comprehensive approach that puts you back in c...

These illustrations will appeal to the storys young audience, as will the adventurous story. A playfulchildrens fantasy. - Kirkus Reviews Those who have an interest in history, hunting, or birds of prey will find this book and its engaging and likable charactersincluding personified animalsa fun and informative read. - Charlene Oldha (Foreword Clarion Review) a rich cast of charactersa splendid job of interweaving the intricate plotsthis is a lively and original action-packed romp that sho...

Wing Over Wendover was definitely going on a trip. Diego Maxamillion Jones-his trusty side kick and all around best friend and packrat-fretted as he saw all kinds of different-looking cars and trucks. The landscape had changed from orchards and cattle land to tall skyscrapers. The houses are huge! Giants must live here! They take up the whole sky

In the small town of Le Grand, California, lives a sixteen-year-old boy named Timmy and his peregrine falcon, whose name is Wingover Wendover. Now that Timmy is finally able to drive, he takes Wendover out hunting and flying as often as he can, along with Roxy the Labrador retriever. Although Wendovers life is good, it isnt without danger. A golden eagle wants to make a meal of the falcon and will not give up the chase. In the course of Wendover trying to catch a Duck, The eagle tries to c...

Who Would I Be Without You?By: Eric Stephen BocksIllustrated By: Madison EwingAbout the AuthorEric Stephen Bocks is an Author, Singer and Songwriter. He loves writing children’s books and has three “readers” to his credit under the title Wingover Wendover. He lives in California where he is also an almond farmer. “Who Would I Be Without You?” is his first book for ages 2 and up! He is excited to share this journey of special thoughts written from the “parent...