Described as part Indiana Jones and part Emily Dickinson, Sy Montgomery is an author and naturalist whose immersive narratives transport readers to the world's most remote wildernesses. She delves into the intricate relationships between humans and animals, revealing the surprising intelligence and emotional depth found in the natural world. Montgomery's writing is characterized by a sense of wonder and a profound respect for all living creatures. Through her work, she invites readers to experience the thrill of exploration and to gain a deeper appreciation for the planet's extraordinary biodiversity.
In "Krakenflüsterin" präsentiert Sy Montgomery in Zusammenarbeit mit National Geographic neue wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse über den Oktopus, eines der intelligentesten Tiere. Das Buch begeistert Tierliebhaber mit einzigartiger Unterwasserfotografie und charmanten Erzählungen.
Kolibris, die zauberhaftesten Vögel, sind in Gefahr und benötigen dringend Schutz. Diese kleinen Wunderwesen, die als Babys winzig sind und viel Nektar brauchen, können sich einzigartig rückwärts bewegen. Ihre Rettung ist eine hohe Kunst, die es zu bewahren gilt.
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of the “fascinating…entertaining” (The Daily Beast) National Book Award finalist The Soul of an Octopus, a charmingly perfect gem of a book about the most exquisite and extraordinary of winged creatures—hummingbirds.
Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell
When "naturalist Sy Montgomery and wildlife artist Matt Patterson arrive at Turtle Rescue League, they are greeted by hundreds of turtles recovering from injury and illness. Endangered by cars and highways, pollution and poachers, these turtles--with wounds so severe that even veterinarians would have dismissed them as fatal--are given a second chance at life. The League's founders, Natasha and Alexxia, live by one motto: never give up on a turtle. But why turtles? What is it about them that inspires such devotion? ... Sy turns to these little understood yet endlessly surprising creatures to probe the eternal question: how can we make peace with our time?"--
This stunning Oxford Children's Classic edition is the perfect introduction to Anne of Green Gables-the unbeatable coming-of-age story. Features the complete unabridged text, an introduction by Emma Norry, and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities and more . . .
There are turtles with soft shells, turtles with googly eyes, turtles with necks longer than their bodies, and turtles whose shells glow in the dark!And each turtle, of each of the more than 300 kinds, is an individual.
»Als kleines Mädchen wollte ich ein Hund sein. Ich wollte ganz schnell rennen und im Dunkeln sehen können. Ich wollte wissen, was die Laute um mich her bedeuten: ›Krächz, piep-piep, zwitscher-zwitscher, brumm‹. Keiner wusste das – bis auf Molly! Molly war noch ein Hundebaby, als sie zu uns kam, doch sie konnte alles, was ich nicht konnte.« So beginnt Sy Montgomerys abenteuerliche Entdeckungsreise ins Reich der Tiere. Eine warmherzige Freundschaftsgeschichte. Ein Buch für kleine Weltentdecker.
A Craft and Crochet Book for New Age Readers, Wiccans, and Neopagans to Assist with Spells and Spell-Work Many students of New Age beliefs, from Wicca to Neopaganism, create items to assist with their work by managing energy and controlling spells. These homemade, hand-crafted materials have personal significance, beauty, and practical, useful effects. A quick reference for people specifically looking to incorporate crochet into their craft, The Crocheting Witch is a guide to using different types of stitch pattern, materials, herbal and essential-oil infusions, beads, and charms to create a variety of crocheted crafts: Wand cases Tarot box Candle cozy Crystal-storage amulet And many more! The Crocheting Witch teaches readers—from fans of New Age practices, to Wiccans, to Neopagans—to create items themselves to control energies and channel them for personal use.
Part of the award-winning Scientists in the Field series, The Octopus Scientists takes readers to the waters off of Moorea, Tahiti, to study the mind of the mollusk. Follow scientists as they uncover the secrets of its advanced intelligence and learn what these thinking, feeling creatures have to teach us about the oceans, its animals,and ourselves.
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