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On Cats

de Charles Bukowski ...

“Acclaimed writer Charles Bukowski turns his signature eye on the world of felines. A series of essays and poems all about cats, Bukowski’s classic funny and frank tone becomes, at times, even endearing as he explores and honors the majestic creatures and our relationship with them.” —BustleFelines touched a vulnerable spot in the unfathomable soul of Charles Bukowski, the Dirty Old Man of ... Leer más

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“Acclaimed writer Charles Bukowski turns his signature eye on the world of felines. A series of essays and poems all about cats, Bukowski’s classic funny and frank tone becomes, at times, even endearing as he explores and honors the majestic creatures and our relationship with them.” —BustleFelines touched a vulnerable spot in the unfathomable soul of Charles Bukowski, the Dirty Old Man of
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The Homesteader's Natural Chicken Keeping Handbook

Raising a Healthy Flock from Start to Finish

de Amy K. Fewell ...

TheHomesteader’s Natural Chicken Keeping Handbook is the modern homesteader’s guide to raising, feeding, breeding, selling, and enjoying the noblest animal on the farm—the chicken. From the rooster’s crow in the morning, to the warm egg in the nesting box, chickens are the gateway livestock for almost every homesteader and backyard farm enthusiast. In this book, you’ll learn everything you need to ... Leer más

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TheHomesteader’s Natural Chicken Keeping Handbook is the modern homesteader’s guide to raising, feeding, breeding, selling, and enjoying the noblest animal on the farm—the chicken. From the rooster’s crow in the morning, to the warm egg in the nesting box, chickens are the gateway livestock for almost every homesteader and backyard farm enthusiast. In this book, you’ll learn everything you need to
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A Rage for Falcons

An Alliance Between Man and Bird

de Stephen Bodio ...

Thus begins the tale by Stephen Bodio, a lover of birds and nature, of the incredible connection between man and birds of prey. Falconry can be traced back over four thousand years and, as Bodio says, it is amazing that the practice did not die out soon afterward when its first adherents starved.”With a new introduction by Helen MacDonald, A Rage For Falcons not only shares the history of falconry ... Leer más

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Thus begins the tale by Stephen Bodio, a lover of birds and nature, of the incredible connection between man and birds of prey. Falconry can be traced back over four thousand years and, as Bodio says, it is amazing that the practice did not die out soon afterward when its first adherents starved.”With a new introduction by Helen MacDonald, A Rage For Falcons not only shares the history of falconry
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Two Owls at Eton - A True Story

de Jonathan Franklin ...

'A CLASSIC OF WILDLIFE WRITING' – THE FIELDListed as one of its five best nature books - 2010 Country LifeWhen Jonathan Franklin takes two baby tawny owls back to Eton, he has no idea how chaotic the following months will be. The birds show no respect for Etonian routine and tradition. They trash his room and rule his daily life, and are known throughout the school as 'Dum' and 'Dee'. Although a ... Leer más

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'A CLASSIC OF WILDLIFE WRITING' – THE FIELDListed as one of its five best nature books - 2010 Country LifeWhen Jonathan Franklin takes two baby tawny owls back to Eton, he has no idea how chaotic the following months will be. The birds show no respect for Etonian routine and tradition. They trash his room and rule his daily life, and are known throughout the school as 'Dum' and 'Dee'. Although a
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Fresh Eggs Daily

Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens...Naturally

de Lisa Steele ...

More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens.Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, feed, and natural health care – with time-tested remedies from a ... Leer más

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More than ever, Americans care about the quality and safety of the food they eat. They're bringing back an American tradition: raising their own backyard chickens for eggs and companionship. And they care about the quality of life of their chickens.Fresh Eggs Daily is an authoritative, accessible guide to coops, nesting boxes, runs, feed, and natural health care – with time-tested remedies from a
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GREEN LEGGED PARTRIDGE HEN Raising Chickens For Beginners

Chicken Book For First Time Owners: The Complete Guide To Breeding, Feeding, Housing, Care And Health Issues, Facilities And Lot More

de Yahya Wesson ...

The Green Legged Partridge Hen is a domestic chicken breed that has grown in popularity among poultry aficionados. This breed is distinguished by its distinctively colored green legs, which set it apart from other chicken varieties. These chickens originated in Europe, specifically Belgium and France, where they were produced and bred for their capacity to produce high-quality meat and eggs.The ... Leer más

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The Green Legged Partridge Hen is a domestic chicken breed that has grown in popularity among poultry aficionados. This breed is distinguished by its distinctively colored green legs, which set it apart from other chicken varieties. These chickens originated in Europe, specifically Belgium and France, where they were produced and bred for their capacity to produce high-quality meat and eggs.The
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The Goshawk

de T.H. White ...

This account of one man’s tempestuous relationship with the hawk he trained is at once a comedy of errors, a classic of nature writing, and one of the best glimpses into the world of falconry.The predecessor to Helen Macdonald’s H is for Hawk, T. H. White’s nature writing classic, The Goshawk, asks the age-old question: what is it that binds human beings to other animals? White, the author of The ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

This account of one man’s tempestuous relationship with the hawk he trained is at once a comedy of errors, a classic of nature writing, and one of the best glimpses into the world of falconry.The predecessor to Helen Macdonald’s H is for Hawk, T. H. White’s nature writing classic, The Goshawk, asks the age-old question: what is it that binds human beings to other animals? White, the author of The
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Chickens in Your Backyard, Newly Revised and Updated

A Beginner's Guide

de Gail Damerow, Rick Luttmann ...

All the basics (and beyond!) for raising happy, healthy chickens.In cities, suburbs, and everywhere in between, a classic American tradition is back in a big way—raising backyard chickens for eggs, meat, fun, or profit. Chickens in Your Backyard has been the go-to guide for chicken care for more than 40 years.This revised and updated edition combines all the classic techniques with the most up-to ... Leer más

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All the basics (and beyond!) for raising happy, healthy chickens.In cities, suburbs, and everywhere in between, a classic American tradition is back in a big way—raising backyard chickens for eggs, meat, fun, or profit. Chickens in Your Backyard has been the go-to guide for chicken care for more than 40 years.This revised and updated edition combines all the classic techniques with the most up-to
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RAISING QUAILS

YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO URBAN QUAIL KEEPING

de Kimberly Owens ...

If you аrе gоіng to raise ԛuаіl you will hаvе to plan your project. You wіll nееd tо know whаt brееd of ԛuаіl уоu wаnt to rаіѕе. I would strongly rесоmmеnd еіthеr thе Coturnix оr Bоbwhіtе ԛuаіl. Thіѕ wіll hеlр іn dеtеrmіnіng the type оf соорѕ nееdеd аnd thе amount оf ѕрасе. Yоu wіll also hаvе tо dеtеrmіnе іf you аrе gоіng tо rаіѕе your quail on the grоund or іn wire flооrеd соорѕ. Rаіѕіng quail іn ... Leer más

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If you аrе gоіng to raise ԛuаіl you will hаvе to plan your project. You wіll nееd tо know whаt brееd of ԛuаіl уоu wаnt to rаіѕе. I would strongly rесоmmеnd еіthеr thе Coturnix оr Bоbwhіtе ԛuаіl. Thіѕ wіll hеlр іn dеtеrmіnіng the type оf соорѕ nееdеd аnd thе amount оf ѕрасе. Yоu wіll also hаvе tо dеtеrmіnе іf you аrе gоіng tо rаіѕе your quail on the grоund or іn wire flооrеd соорѕ. Rаіѕіng quail іn
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Mind of the Raven

Investigations and Adventures with Wolf-Birds

de Bernd Heinrich ...

In Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich, award-winning naturalist, finds himself dreaming of ravens and decides he must get to the truth about this animal reputed to be so intelligent.Much like a sleuth, Heinrich involves us in his quest to understand their world, letting one clue lead to the next. But as animals can only be spied on by getting quite close Heinrich adopts ravens, thereby becoming a ... Leer más

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In Mind of the Raven, Bernd Heinrich, award-winning naturalist, finds himself dreaming of ravens and decides he must get to the truth about this animal reputed to be so intelligent.Much like a sleuth, Heinrich involves us in his quest to understand their world, letting one clue lead to the next. But as animals can only be spied on by getting quite close Heinrich adopts ravens, thereby becoming a
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How To Preserve Eggs: Freezing, Pickling, Dehydrating, Larding, Water Glassing, & More

The Little Series of Homestead How-Tos from 5 Acres & A Dream, #1

de Leigh Tate ...

Series Libro 1 - The Little Series of Homestead How-Tos from 5 Acres & A Dream
Ever wonder what to do with all those extra eggs? This little eBook shows you a number of ways to preserve them: freezing, pickling, dehydrating, larding, and water glassing. Also discusses shelf life, off-grid methods of preservation, and how to have fresh eggs all winter long. An excellent addition to every homestead and preparedness library. ... Leer más

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Ever wonder what to do with all those extra eggs? This little eBook shows you a number of ways to preserve them: freezing, pickling, dehydrating, larding, and water glassing. Also discusses shelf life, off-grid methods of preservation, and how to have fresh eggs all winter long. An excellent addition to every homestead and preparedness library.
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Birdology

Adventures with a Pack of Hens, a Peck of Pigeons, Cantankerous Crows, Fierce Falcons, Hip Hop Parrots, Baby Hummingbirds, and One Murderously Big Living Dinosaur (t)

de Sy Montgomery ...

Series series A Gift for Bird Lovers
Meet the ladies: a flock of smart, affectionate, highly individualistic chickens who visit their favorite neighbors, devise different ways to hide from foxes, and mob the author like she’s a rock star. In these pages you’ll also meet Maya and Zuni, two orphaned baby hummingbirds who hatched from eggs the size of navy beans, and who are little more than air bubbles fringed with feathers. Their ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

Meet the ladies: a flock of smart, affectionate, highly individualistic chickens who visit their favorite neighbors, devise different ways to hide from foxes, and mob the author like she’s a rock star. In these pages you’ll also meet Maya and Zuni, two orphaned baby hummingbirds who hatched from eggs the size of navy beans, and who are little more than air bubbles fringed with feathers. Their
... Leer más
Alfie and Me

What Owls Know, What Humans Believe

de Carl Safina ...

**A Scientific American Best Staff Read of 2023“Irresistible.” —PeopleA moving account of raising, then freeing, an orphaned screech owl, whose lasting friendship with the author illuminates humanity’s relationship with the world.**When ecologist Carl Safina and his wife, Patricia, took in a near-death baby owl, they expected that, like other wild orphans they’d rescued, she’d be a temporary ... Leer más

$13.69 USD

**A Scientific American Best Staff Read of 2023“Irresistible.” —PeopleA moving account of raising, then freeing, an orphaned screech owl, whose lasting friendship with the author illuminates humanity’s relationship with the world.**When ecologist Carl Safina and his wife, Patricia, took in a near-death baby owl, they expected that, like other wild orphans they’d rescued, she’d be a temporary
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An Eagle Named Freedom

My True Story of a Remarkable Friendship

de Jeff Guidry ...

“A hauntingly beautiful story of rescue and rehabilitation….[A] gorgeous tale of redemption.”—Susan Richards, New York Times bestselling author of Chosen by a Horse“I could not put this book down.”—Stacey O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author of Wesley the OwlFrom the moment Jeff Guidry saw the emaciated baby eagle with broken wings, his life was changed. For weeks he and the staff at Sarvey ... Leer más

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“A hauntingly beautiful story of rescue and rehabilitation….[A] gorgeous tale of redemption.”—Susan Richards, New York Times bestselling author of Chosen by a Horse“I could not put this book down.”—Stacey O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author of Wesley the OwlFrom the moment Jeff Guidry saw the emaciated baby eagle with broken wings, his life was changed. For weeks he and the staff at Sarvey
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Getting Started With Your Working Chicken

Permaculture Chicken, #1

de Anna Hess ...

Series Libro 1 - Permaculture Chicken
Get ready for your new flock in thirty minutes or less!This short, sweet, and self-sufficient guide shows beginners how to keep chickens as part of a rural or urban homestead. Learn everything you need to know to get started on your poultry adventure, with quick answers to frequently asked questions like:What kind of chickens should I get?Which color eggs are best?How many chickens should I get ... Leer más

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Get ready for your new flock in thirty minutes or less!This short, sweet, and self-sufficient guide shows beginners how to keep chickens as part of a rural or urban homestead. Learn everything you need to know to get started on your poultry adventure, with quick answers to frequently asked questions like:What kind of chickens should I get?Which color eggs are best?How many chickens should I get
... Leer más
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill

A Love Story . . . with Wings

de Mark Bittner ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The heartfelt, unforgettable story of how one man found his life’s work—and true love—among a gang of wild parrots roosting in San Francisco. The basis for the award-winning documentary!“A healthy dose of inspiration . . . the perfect read for anybody who believes that success means more than a corner office.”—ElleMark Bittner was down on his luck. He’d gone to San ... Leer más

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The heartfelt, unforgettable story of how one man found his life’s work—and true love—among a gang of wild parrots roosting in San Francisco. The basis for the award-winning documentary!“A healthy dose of inspiration . . . the perfect read for anybody who believes that success means more than a corner office.”—ElleMark Bittner was down on his luck. He’d gone to San
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That Quail, Robert

de Margaret Stanger ...

The acclaimed story of the little bird that won the nation’s heartHe’ll never live, the neighbors all said. But Robert, the abandoned quail chick would prove them wrong. Born on a kitchen counter in a house on Cape Cod, raised in a box surrounded by a lamb’s wool duster and a small lamp, Robert’s life began auspiciously.What happens when a wild bird, against all odds, decides he belongs not in the ... Leer más

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The acclaimed story of the little bird that won the nation’s heartHe’ll never live, the neighbors all said. But Robert, the abandoned quail chick would prove them wrong. Born on a kitchen counter in a house on Cape Cod, raised in a box surrounded by a lamb’s wool duster and a small lamp, Robert’s life began auspiciously.What happens when a wild bird, against all odds, decides he belongs not in the
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Alex & Me

How a Scientist and a Parrot Discovered a Hidden World of Animal Intelligence—and Formed a Deep Bond in the Process

de Irene M. Pepperberg ...

New York Times BestsellerThe remarkable true story of an extraordinary relationship between psychologist Irene M. Pepperberg and Alex, an African Grey parrot who proved scientists and accepted wisdom wrong by demonstrating an astonishing ability to communicate and understand complex ideas."You be good. I love you," were Alex's final words to his owner, research scientist Irene Pepperberg, before ... Leer más

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New York Times BestsellerThe remarkable true story of an extraordinary relationship between psychologist Irene M. Pepperberg and Alex, an African Grey parrot who proved scientists and accepted wisdom wrong by demonstrating an astonishing ability to communicate and understand complex ideas."You be good. I love you," were Alex's final words to his owner, research scientist Irene Pepperberg, before
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The Best Breeds of Chicken for Eggs and Meat

Your Guide to the Best Backyard Egg and Meat Chickens!

de John Davies ...

Series series Confident Pet Care
The best backyard breeds of chicken for eggs and meat Are you looking for the breed of chicken that lays the most eggs? The one that produces the most meat? Or a dual-purpose chicken that you can use for both eggs and meat? Look no further, you’re about to discover which breed is best for you. This book gives you: Profiles on the 5 best breeds of chicken for eggs Tells you how many eggs they ... Leer más

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The best backyard breeds of chicken for eggs and meat Are you looking for the breed of chicken that lays the most eggs? The one that produces the most meat? Or a dual-purpose chicken that you can use for both eggs and meat? Look no further, you’re about to discover which breed is best for you. This book gives you: Profiles on the 5 best breeds of chicken for eggs Tells you how many eggs they
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Cómo criar gallinas: la guía completa para cuidar desde pollitos hasta gallinas ponedoras

de Isaac Miller ...

La cría de gallinas es mucho más fácil de lo que crees y mucho más fácil que la de otros animales domésticos. Solo con dedicarles unos minutos al día, podrás recoger huevos frescos en muy poco tiempo.En este libro, veremos los pasos necesarios: desde conseguir pollitos y cuidarlos, hasta pasar a tus gallinas a un gallinero exterior y qué esperar mientras tanto.Coge una bebida y algo de picar y ... Leer más

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La cría de gallinas es mucho más fácil de lo que crees y mucho más fácil que la de otros animales domésticos. Solo con dedicarles unos minutos al día, podrás recoger huevos frescos en muy poco tiempo.En este libro, veremos los pasos necesarios: desde conseguir pollitos y cuidarlos, hasta pasar a tus gallinas a un gallinero exterior y qué esperar mientras tanto.Coge una bebida y algo de picar y
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Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens, 4th Edition

Breed Selection, Facilities, Feeding, Health Care, Managing Layers & Meat Birds

de Gail Damerow ...

Series series Storey’s Guide to Raising
Revised and updated, this is the most trusted and comprehensive reference you can find for chicken care, housing, feeding, and health care.Serious poultry farmers and backyard bird raisers have relied on this best-selling reference for more than 20 years. The fourth edition of Gail Damerow’s comprehensive handbook is now completely revised and redesigned, making it more accessible and informative ... Leer más

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Revised and updated, this is the most trusted and comprehensive reference you can find for chicken care, housing, feeding, and health care.Serious poultry farmers and backyard bird raisers have relied on this best-selling reference for more than 20 years. The fourth edition of Gail Damerow’s comprehensive handbook is now completely revised and redesigned, making it more accessible and informative
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The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog

de Nancy Ellis-Bell ...

Touching, eye-opening, and laugh-out-loud funny, The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog is a tender tale of two worlds colliding, two lives enriched, and two souls restored. It is also a rewarding reminder that love can come from the most unexpected places.The last thing Nancy Ellis-Bell expected to descend on her life was a neglected, too-tall, smart-mouthed, one-legged, blue-and-gold rescue macaw ... Leer más

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Touching, eye-opening, and laugh-out-loud funny, The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog is a tender tale of two worlds colliding, two lives enriched, and two souls restored. It is also a rewarding reminder that love can come from the most unexpected places.The last thing Nancy Ellis-Bell expected to descend on her life was a neglected, too-tall, smart-mouthed, one-legged, blue-and-gold rescue macaw
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A Beginner’s Guide to Keeping Ducks - Keeping Ducks in Your Backyard

de Dueep J. Singh, John Davidson ...

A Beginner's Guide to Keeping Ducks - Keeping Ducks in Your BackyardTable of ContentsIntroductionRaising Ducks in Your BackyardChoosing DucksDabbling Ducks and Diving DucksIncubation of DucklingsArtificial IncubationBroodingCleaning duck eggsDucks and drakesHousing Your DucksHow to Make a Grass RunKeeping a Small FlockTraditional House DimensionsPreventing Flight over NettingBre... ... Leer más

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A Beginner's Guide to Keeping Ducks - Keeping Ducks in Your BackyardTable of ContentsIntroductionRaising Ducks in Your BackyardChoosing DucksDabbling Ducks and Diving DucksIncubation of DucklingsArtificial IncubationBroodingCleaning duck eggsDucks and drakesHousing Your DucksHow to Make a Grass RunKeeping a Small FlockTraditional House DimensionsPreventing Flight over NettingBre...
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The Parrot Who Owns Me

The Story of a Relationship

de Joanna Burger ...

By turns delightful, hilarious, touching, and enlightening, The Parrot Who Owns Me introduces us to an unforgettable bird and his human companion, whose friendships tells us much about ourselves.“Birds are my passion,” says Joanna Burger, “but parrots are my weakness.” Fifteen years ago, when se adopted a neglected, orphaned thirty-six year old parrot named Tiko, she entered on of the most complex ... Leer más

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By turns delightful, hilarious, touching, and enlightening, The Parrot Who Owns Me introduces us to an unforgettable bird and his human companion, whose friendships tells us much about ourselves.“Birds are my passion,” says Joanna Burger, “but parrots are my weakness.” Fifteen years ago, when se adopted a neglected, orphaned thirty-six year old parrot named Tiko, she entered on of the most complex
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