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  • 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

    R246,43

  • From Toilets to Rivers

    Experiences, New Opportunities, and Innovative Solutions: Volume 2

    Series series From Toilets to Rivers
    This publication showcases a compilation of project briefs culled from case studies of good practices, new approaches, and working models on sanitation and wastewater management from different countries.The project briefs demonstrate solution options from which useful lessons can be derived. Not only do they illustrate how sanitation and wastewater management challenges can be addressed, the ... Read more

    R99,69 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • I Never Knew That About the River Thames

    Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes us on a captivating journey out of London along the banks of the River Thames to discover the secrets and stories of England's most famous waterway. Discover the Thames's literary heritage at Pangbourne, near Reading, famous as the home of The Wind in the Willows's Kenneth Grahame, then explore Mapledurham House, the inspiration for its famous Toad Hall. ... Read more

    R322,22

  • Basic Principles Of Freshwater Aquariums

    Since ancient times human beings have tried to domesticate all kinds of animals, the farm pools and ponds was the first step to make a coexistence approach with fish. This practice was perfected over the years to become a worldwide hobby, fish do not need a large space to develop. Therefore, many families can afford to raise them. In this book is an initial cover on the methods of breeding and ... Read more

    R238,49

  • Tales of Fishes

    Enriched edition. An Angler's Journey: Thrilling Tales of Fishing and Nature by a Literary Pioneer

    In "Tales of Fishes," Zane Grey weaves a captivating collection of stories that celebrate the allure of angling, intertwining personal anecdotes with rich natural imagery and adventurous escapades. Written in a lyrical yet accessible style, these narratives reflect Grey's deep appreciation for the art of fishing, encompassing a variety of fish species and fishing locales across America. The book ... Read more

    Was R39,00 Now R19,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Exploration of the Colorado River and its Canyons

    With "The Exploration of the Colorado River and its Canyons," readers can explore the one-thousand miles of the Colorado River in its natural state nearly one-hundred and fifty years ago. Legendary explorer John Wesley Powell, accompanied by a crew of close friends and associates, details his travels through the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon at a time when much of the area was unknown to ... Read more

    R57,15

  • In Nepal

    Entropia di sorprendenti atmosfere

    Voglio condividere con te, Lettore, la mia esilarante esperienza vissuta, arricchita dalla sapiente conoscenza di un antropologo, di un poeta, di un alpinista e altri professionisti che mi hanno accompagnato, con dilavamento e immersione, in questo stupefacente paese, il Nepal.Ho colto la sorprendente atmosfera emanata dai simulacri di un storia viva dell'esuberante città di Kathmandu con il suo ... Read more

    R332,23

  • River Derwent

    From Sea to Source

    by H. C. Ivison ...
    Series series River
    The River Derwent in Cumbria is one of the fastest rivers in Europe. It is also one of the most beautiful, and it flows through fantastic and varied countryside from its source in the heart of the Lake District. The name Derwent translates as 'oak river' and/or 'river of oaks'; it is an ancient name. There is evidence of occupation and industry along the river from the Iron Age onwards, and ... Read more

    R215,38

  • What Rivers Know

    Listening to the Voices of Global Waterways

    " . . . a one-of-a-kind treasure."—Library Journal ReviewsWhat if rivers could talk and tell their stories? What would they tell us? In What Rivers Know, artist Basia Irland insinuates herself as the voice of major waterways as they struggle to navigate their changing relationships with humans and climate change. By hearing what the rivers have to say, Irland asserts we can attune ourselves to the ... Read more

    R228,61

  • Stikine Odyssey

    From Adventure to Activism with The Great River

    September 1979. When thirty-something Peter Rowlands loaded up his Landcruiser and took canoe Dimples to join his friend Hal Marsden on a paddling adventure in northern BC’s backcountry, he never expected one river—Stikine—would radically change the course of his life. Rowlands became so enchanted by this 640-kilometre stretch of wild beauty, he joined the ranks of citizens calling for protection ... Read more

    R109,33

  • The Severn Plynlimon to Bridgnorth Through Time

    Series series Through Time
    Flowing 220 miles from source to the sea, the Severn is Britain's longest river. The author has followed the Severn along its first 100 or so miles, photographing the present day views to compare with the enduring historic pictures which so appealed to Edwardian tourists and travellers. The Severn Plynlimon to Bridgnorth Through Time is the first of two books, which give a unique insight into the ... Read more

    R215,38

  • The Mekong: A Socio-legal Approach to River Basin Development

    Series series Earthscan Studies in Water Resource Management
    An international river basin is an ecological system, an economic thoroughfare, a geographical area, a font of life and livelihoods, a geopolitical network and, often, a cultural icon. It is also a socio-legal phenomenon. This book is the first detailed study of an international river basin from a socio-legal perspective. The Mekong River Basin, which sustains approximately 70 million people ... Read more

    R1 333,86

  • The Three Major Rivers of the East Coast : James, Hudson, St. Lawrence | US Geography Book Grade 5 | Children's Geography & Cultures Books

    Read this book to learn about the three major rivers of the east coast namely the rivers James, Hudson and St. Lawrence. Understand the importance of these rivers to the wildlife, communities and industries along their shores. Trace where these three rivers pass before they reach the Atlantic Ocean. Start reading today. ... Read more

    R85,89 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • An heiligen Wassern

    Roman aus dem schweizerischen Hochgebirge

    In "An heiligen Wassern" entfaltet Jakob Christoph Heer ein literarisches Werk, das tief in die seelischen und gesellschaftlichen Konflikte seiner Protagonisten eintaucht. Der Roman spielt gegen die malerische Kulisse Schweizer Landschaften und verbindet eindrucksvoll Naturbeschreibungen mit einer psychologischen Analyse der Charaktere. Heers Stil ist geprägt von lyrischer Prosa und einer subtilen ... Read more

    R19,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Narrative of an Expedition to Explore the River Zaire, Usually Called the Congo, in South Africa, in 1816

    Under the Direction of Captain J.K. Tuckey, R.N. to which is added the Journal of Professor Smith

    "Narrative of an Expedition to Explore the River Zaire, Usually Called the Congo" is a detailed account of Captain James Hingston Tuckey's 1816 expedition to explore the Congo River.Originally published in 1818, this is a republication of the original work. This seminal work provides an in-depth look at the geography, flora, fauna, and the indigenous peoples of the Congo region. Tuckey's narrative ... Read more

    R85,89

  • The Hudson

    Three Centuries of History, Romance and Invention

    by Wallace Bruce ...
    In "The Hudson," Wallace Bruce presents a lyrical exploration of one of America's most iconic rivers, weaving together a rich tapestry of natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural reflections. Written in a period marked by increasing industrialization and environmental awareness, Bruce employs a romantic literary style that reflects the transcendentalist influences of his time. His ... Read more

    R39,00 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Western Water A to Z

    The History, Nature, and Culture of a Vanishing Resource

    Western Water A to Z is the first ever field guide to Western water. Reinventing this twentieth-century genre for a twenty-first-century audience, Robert R. Crifasi answers questions about rivers, water projects, the culture of water, the ecosystems water projects have created or destroyed, and the reliance of cities, farms, and industries on this critical resource.Organized as a collection of ... Read more

    R458,03

  • A History of the Missouri River: discovery of the river by the Jesuit explorers; Indian tribes along the river; early navigation and craft used

    "One of the best accounts is...A History of the Missouri River, by Phil E. Chappell, one of the oldest Missouri River pilots...it is estimated that $100,000 in gold went down with the boat." -St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Dec. 24, 1911"According to Phil Chappell's 1904 'A History of the Missouri River'...most steamboat wrecks in the 1800s occurred on the river bends." -Baltimore Sun, August 19, 2000 ... Read more

    R18,92 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Troubling the Water

    A Dying Lake and a Vanishing World in Cambodia

    by Abby Seiff ...
    In this intimate account of one of the world’s most productive inland fisheries, Troubling the Water explores how the rapid destruction of a single lake in Cambodia is upending the lives of millions. The abundance of Cambodia’s Tonle Sap Lake helped grow the country for millenia and gave rise to the Kingdom of Angkor. Fed by the rich, mud-colored waters of the powerful Mekong River, the lake owes ... Read more

    R335,67

  • Watching the River Run

    A Photographic Journey down the Youghiogheny

    by Tim Palmer ...
    Join celebrated author and photographer Tim Palmer as he takes us down one of America’s most magnificent rivers. From the Youghiogheny’s lofty headwaters to its quiet ending only a dozen miles from Pittsburgh, the river he reveals shines with splendor and beckons to all who walk, bike, paddle, or simply pause to appreciate the natural wonder awaiting those who live nearby or visit from near and ... Read more

    R447,11

  • The Fort in The Wilderness : Or, The Soldier Boys of The Indian Trails

    Welcome to the thrilling adventure of Edward Stratemeyer's The Fort in the Wilderness: Or, The Soldier Boys of the Indian Trails, where courage meets camaraderie on the rugged frontiers of early America. Prepare to embark on a journey filled with excitement, bravery, and the true spirit of adventure.Step into the world of young soldier boys as they face the perils of the wilderness and defend the ... Read more

    R18,92 or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Waterfalls of Minnesota

    by Lisa Crayford ...
    Series series Best Waterfalls by State
    Let Master Photographer Lisa Crayford guide you to the top-ranked waterfalls in the state, as well as her "secret waterfalls." Your bucket list should definitely include these 117 gorgeous locales that decorate Minnesota's landscape, including bridge views, short hikes, secluded waterfalls in urban areas and hidden gems along the North Shore.With this book in hand, you can easily plan to see them ... Read more

    R214,00

  • The Peace in Peril

    The Real Cost of the Site C Dam

    In the next decade, a 60-metre-high wall of compacted earth will stretch more than a kilometre across the main stem of the Peace River, causing the waters behind it to swell into a 93-square-kilometre artificial lake, drowning the best topsoil left in the BC north. The waters will swallow fifty islands and a valley that is home to farmers, ranchers, trappers and habitat to innumerable creatures ... Read more

    R259,77 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

    R182,03