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Full-text articles to support research in applied sciences, biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and energy. Includes the Science Image Collection, a database of high-quality science images from National Geographic, UPI, Getty, NASA, and Nature Picture Library.
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The Cancer Stage of Capitalism is a modern classic of critical philosophy and political economy, renowned for its depth and comprehensive research. It provides a step-by-step diagnosis of the continuing economic collapse in the US and Europe and has had an enormous influence on new visions of economic alternatives.
John McMurtry argues that our world disorder of unending crises is the predictable result of a cancerous economic system multiplying...
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"From tiny hummingbirds to powerful eagles and everything in between-our planet is home to many beautifully feathered friends! This bird book for kids is packed with tons of cool facts, colorful photos, and fun activities that offer a fascinating peek into their lives. All about birds!-Learn what makes birds special, including their nests, their babies, how they travel, and what they eat. 35 unique species-Meet birds from around the globe, with vibrant...
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In this groundbreaking book, the New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Green Book Thomas M. Kostigen reveals the vital missing link in today's environmental crisis: how we as individuals are connected to the most tenuous geography on the planet. Despite the recent prominence of "green" issues in the news, the direct relationship between our actions and the earth is too often ignored. But the seemingly insignificant things we do every day have...
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It often seems that different crises are competing to devastate civilisation. This book argues that financial meltdown, dwindling oil reserves, terrorism and food shortages need to be considered as part of the same ailing system.
Most accounts of our contemporary global crises focus on one area, such as climate change, or the threat of terrorism, to the exclusion of others. Nafeez Mosaddeq Ahmed argues that the unwillingness of experts to consider...
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Liquid Gold - The Global Crisis of WaterBy Sophia Fairview Imagine embarking on a whirlwind journey, not for the faint of heart, through the wild rapids of our planet's most precious resource: water. Sophia Fairview invites you, with a twinkle in her eye and a mischievous smile, to dive headfirst into the swirling vortex of the global water crisis. But fear not! This is no doom-and-gloom expedition. Instead, Fairview, with her knack for spinning tales...
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For the first time, His Royal Highness Charles, the Prince of Wales, shares his views on how mankind's most pressing modern challenges are rooted in our disharmony with nature. In the vein of Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth and Van Jones' Green Collar Economy, Prince Charles presents the compelling case that solutions to our most dire crises-from climate change to poverty-lie in regaining a balance with the world around us.
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In "Hidden Connections," I delve into the intricate web of relationships and dependencies that silently govern our lives, exploring the unseen forces that shape our world in profound and unexpected ways. From the microscopic interactions within our bodies to the global networks of power and influence, this book aims to unveil the hidden connections that define our existence.The narrative unfolds through a series of compelling stories that traverse...
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The current volume, New Insights and Perspectives on Conservation Biology is the fruit of several years of painstaking hard work and experience on the field in several countries across the continent of North America over the past decade or so. Environmental conservation and ecological restoration of natural ecosystems .I have been actively involved in several local, regional and international conservation projects as a volunteer field worker and as...
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Find the connections that let life flourish with this investigation into ecosystems. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of organisms and environments. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Table of contents The Science Investigations series centers scientific inquiry by providing readers with hands-on experiences...
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"Though at first glance the natural world may appear overwhelming in its diversity and complexity, there are regularities running through it, from the hexagons of a honeycomb to the spirals of a seashell and the branching veins of a leaf. Revealing the order at the foundation of the seemingly chaotic natural world, Patterns in Nature explores not only the math and science but also the beauty and artistry behind nature's awe-inspiring designs, "--Amazon.com....
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From one of America's foremost experts on weather and climate change and a senior research scientist with Climate Central, comes this work, a book that predicts what different parts of the world will look like in the year 2050 if current levels of carbon emissions are maintained.
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Grow your knowledge with this investigation into plants. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of organisms and environments. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Table of contents The Science Investigations series centers scientific inquiry by providing readers with hands-on experiences with the world around...
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Mention the Galápagos Islands to almost anyone, and the first things that spring to mind are iguanas, tortoises, volcanic beaches, and, of course, Charles Darwin. But there are people living there, too -- nearly 20,000 of them. A wild stew of nomads and grifters, dreamers and hermits, wealthy tour operators and desperately poor South American refugees, these inhabitants have brought crime, crowding, poaching, and pollution to the once-idyllic islands....
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Global warming is one of the most studied and debated phenomena of our era. But do we really understand its causes and dynamics? In this book, the author questions conventional theories about the greenhouse effect and proposes a new vision.Through a meticulous analysis, he shows that the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by atmospheric oxygen plays a much more decisive role in global warming than the action of greenhouse gases. This revealing theory...
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World War 3 Isn't What You Thought It Would BeBy Nicholas Salerno III In a world swirling with chaos, where shadowy powers orchestrate events from the darkest corners and control is the ultimate currency, comes a revelation that could shake the very pillars of the reality we've come to accept. Nicholas Salerno III takes you on a journey into the underbelly of modern warfare, a conflict far more insidious than any bullet or bomb.From the catastrophic...
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Earth has many biomes. Each one has special features. Each one has its own plants and animals. Learn about biomes and the species that live in them. Read along and count down Earth's top five biomes. This full-color nonfiction reader will engage students in reading while introducing them to new vocabulary terms and concepts. Important text features include a glossary and a table of contents to develop students' comprehension and literacy skills. This...
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Revolutionize the Way You View Our Planet: Discover Revolutionary Techniques for Recycling and Reclaiming Earth
Embark on a groundbreaking journey through "Progressive Planet: Modern Techniques for Recycling and Reclaiming Earth", a comprehensive guide on modern, sustainable living. This book dives deep into our current environmental predicament and presents an enlightening approach to rediscover how our actions can significantly influence the future...
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America's most renowned witch and eco–feminist offers a sequel to her bestselling classic The Spiral Dance, weaving together the latest findings in environmental science with magical spells, chants, meditations and group exercises to create the ultimate primer on our relationship to the earth.
From the earliest times, respecting our interdependent relationship with nature has been the first step toward spirituality. Earth, air, fire and water are...
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