Mosses & Liverworts of the North Woods
Get the field identification guide to 81 of the most commonly seen mosses and liverworts of the Upper Midwest and New England.Welcome to the fascinating world of mosses! Once you take a closer look, it becomes clear that these small, often-overlooked plants are everywhere--and they can be identified in the field. This first-of-its-kind guide introduces nature lovers to 81 of the mosses and liverworts most commonly found in the northern forests, including the many species of Sphagnum, an important carbon sink for the planet.Detailed descriptions, field-friendly identification tips, habitat notes, and full-color photographs help you recognize these quiet wonders and better understand the vibrant world beneath your feet. Stepping into the cool, green world of mosses and liverworts is an invitation to slow down, look closely, and discover a remarkable part of the natural world. This is the perfect guide to help you explore a miniature realm teeming with resilience, connection, and unexpected wisdom.Book Features: 81 common mosses and liverworts of the North WoodsFirst-of-its-kind field guide for identifying bryophytes in northern forestsClear explanations of the differences between mosses and liverwortsDetailed species descriptions, identification tips, and habitat insightsGuidance on the tools and ethical practices for observing bryophytes responsiblyFull-color photographs to support accurate field identificationContent applicable to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, Ontario, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wisconsin
Atlas of Botanical Fragrance
The follow-up volume to Atlas of Perfumed Botany continues the exploration of nature's most captivating scents, focusing on the botanical elements that shape the world of perfumery. This volume presents a selection of woods, leaves, flowers, fruits, gums, resins, seeds, and roots, each contributing unique aromatic qualities. From the deep, rich notes of rosewood and oud to the fresh, green scents of mint and rosemary, this book by Jean-Claude Ellena, the ''nose'' for Herm癡s for more than a decade, unveils the diverse origins of fragrance ingredients. Illustrated with vibrant images, this atlas serves as an essential guide for both fragrance enthusiasts and professionals, offering insights into the natural sources of perfumery's most treasured aromas.
The Edible Bounty of Nature
The Edible Bounty of Nature stands as a tribute to the many sources of wisdom that have shaped its purpose and substance. Foremost among these are the oral traditions of elders, who have preserved their intimate knowledge of the land through stories, chants, and lived practices. Their words embody not only an understanding of plants and seasons but also enduring values-restraint in consumption, reverence for nature, and gratitude for its gifts.Equally influential are the shared experiences of village life-the collective knowledge embedded in gathering wild herbs, tending home gardens, and distributing seasonal harvests in the spirit of kinship. These humble yet profound acts have yielded insights far richer than written records alone could offer.The book also draws upon contemporary research and digital resources, enabling a dialogue between inherited wisdom and scientific inquiry. This synthesis reveals how ancestral practices often align closely with modern ecological principles. Field observations-made along forest paths and wayside fields where villagers continue to cultivate, gather, and conserve edible plants-have further deepened the author's appreciation of the resilience and ingenuity inherent in living traditions.The work is enriched by the encouragement of friends, colleagues, and well-wishers whose goodwill and collaborative spirit sustained the journey. Their support formed the quiet foundation beneath this endeavor, reminding the author that the preservation of knowledge is a shared responsibility.At its heart, this book aspires to serve both as a repository of knowledge and as a call to remembrance. Forests are not merely resources to be extracted; they are living sanctuaries that sustain ecological balance. The foraging of leaves, roots, and fruits is not only a means of survival but a cultural inheritance-an expression of wisdom, resilience, and reverence for the Earth.To preserve these traditions is to safeguard more than food security; it is to protect the ethical and spiritual values that bind communities to the land. In honoring this heritage, the book invites future generations to rediscover the nourishment of both body and spirit found within nature's enduring abundanc.
Green Frontiers
Across the globe, our lives are stitched together by leaves, seeds and roots we rarely notice. Behind every familiar spice jar, pill bottle and conservation law stand people who walked, pressed, labelled and defended plants long before they appeared on our shelves. This book steps into their world and asks what it really means to explore nature in an age of extinction and climate stress. Through vivid mini-biographies, readers meet plant hunters, herbarium workers, seed vault guardians, Indigenous co-researchers and quarantine scientists. Their stories reveal how plant hunters history and medicinal plant explorers shaped both empire and healing, how seed banks and biodiversity try to steady our food future, and how environmental policy and nature collide at borders, in courtrooms and in local fields. Along the way, the book traces green frontiers where curiosity and extraction rub uneasily together. Written for readers who care about botany and conservation but prefer people to jargon, it offers a grounded look at indigenous knowledge and plants, citizen science botany and the long arc of collections work. By the end, anyone interested in the history of botany book traditions or in emerging debates on biodiversity ethics will see every pressed specimen and packaged herb differently, and will have a sharper sense of how to share the living world without quietly stealing it.
Wildflowers of the Desert Southwest
Spring is a very special time in the Desert Southwest. An astonishing variety of wildflowers, nurtured by the winter rains, can bloom in wondrous profusion and carpet the desert floor and mountainside slopes with glorious color. Indeed, each year thousands of visitors time their trips to the desert Southwest to coincide with wildflower season, and in a good year the spectacle can make front-page news. Author Meg Quinn is a recognized authority on plants of the desert Southwest and is in demand as a public speaker. In Wildflowers of the Desert Southwest, Meg Quinn helps even the most amateur botanist to identify more than eighty-five of the most common and showy species found in the Sonoran Desert. Each species is described in detail and depicted in full-color photographs in their natural habitat. Species are further organized by color for ease of identification. Quinn also includes tips for the best locations to look for specific wildflowers.
Let's Botanize
Botanizing is the new birding! This fascinating book of 101 botany prompts is about the joy of getting to know plants in much the same way we get to know birds, through observation and attention. Let's Botanize! is a guide to learning about and understanding the world of plants, a hobby that can ease stress, bring joy, and deepen your connection with the incredible diversity of life all around you. With easy entry points and lush photography, the 101 prompts inspire readers to engage with plant life meaningfully each day by observing the parts, patterns, and processes that make plants so amazing. Examine a bud at the tip of a branch--does it have hairs or scales? What is the most brightly colored plant part you can find that is not a flower or a fruit? Listen to the plants--what sounds do you hear them making? Follow the prompts on dedicated walks in the woods, on your sidewalk, on your commute to work, or even in your kitchen! Revisit prompts at different times of year, in different countries, climates, and ecosystems. As you learn more, you may even find that revisiting the same prompt and the same tree can provide a completely different perspective as you become more familiar with the wonderful world of plants.
Biotic and Abiotic Stress Responses of Horticultural Plants
This Special Issue represents a significant advancement in our understanding of plant stress interactions. It successfully bridges the gap between molecular-level mechanisms of biotic and abiotic stress responses and their practical implications for crop resilience and sustainable horticulture. The collected works provide a holistic view, offering novel insights into cross-tolerance, innovative mitigation strategies, and the genetic basis of adaptation. For researchers and industry professionals, this compilation is an indispensable reference that charts the path forward for developing robust crops in a changing climate.I commend the contributors for this relevant and cohesive resource that will undoubtedly inspire future research and application.As a plant scientist, I am thrilled to endorse this essential preprint compilation on horticultural stress. It delivers a timely, integrative analysis of both biotic and abiotic pressures-from pathogen resistance to climate resilience-curated for the research community. The work synthesizes cutting-edge molecular mechanisms with practical management insights, offering a critical foundation for developing next-generation sustainable solutions. This is a valuable resource to accelerate peer discussion and collaborative innovation in our field.I strongly encourage colleagues and advanced students to engage with these pre-publication findings to shape the future of stress-resilient horticulture.
The Wondrous World of Mushrooms Wall Calendar 2027
A full year of extraordinary photographs celebrating these diverse, exquisitely beautiful, and wildly fascinating organisms. WONDERFUL NATURE: Enjoy twelve months of exquisitely photographed, wildly beautiful fungi and mushrooms accompanied by captions packed with incredible facts. UNIQUE ORGANISMS: Discover stunning and unusual species like Amanita muscaria, which looks like a classic cartoon toadstool. Hygrocybe coccinea, or Scarlet hood waxcap, with its brilliant orange gills. And the spookily purple and bonnet-like Mycena sp. GREAT GIFT: Perfect for the mycologist, environmentalist, or mushroom fan in your life. NOW PLASTIC-FREE!: Workman Calendars are completely plastic-free. All wall calendars are now printed with an extended paper flap closed with a fully recyclable seal - no more shrink wrap!
Blooming Hearts - Coloring Book
Blooming Hearts is a floral coloring book featuring heart-shaped flower illustrations drawn in clean black-and-white line art.Designed for artistic coloring and creative use, this book appeals to adults and teens interested in floral design and line art illustration.
Forest Euphoria
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BOOK FOUNDATION SCIENCE + LITERATURE SELECTED TITLE * VANITY FAIR BEST BOOKS OF 2025 * TIME 100 MUST-READ BOOKS OF 2025 * SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2026 WILLIAM SAROYAN INTERNATIONAL PRIZE FOR WRITING "An antidote to the loneliness of our species."--ROBIN WALL KIMMERER "A master class in how to love the world."--MARGARET RENKL A thrilling book about the abounding queerness of the natural world that challenges our expectations of what is normal, beautiful, and possible. Growing up, Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian felt most at home in the swamps and culverts near her house in the Hudson Valley. A child who frequently felt out of place, too much of one thing or not enough of another, she found acceptance in these settings, among other amphibious beings. In snakes, snails, and, above all, fungi, she saw her own developing identities as a queer, neurodivergent person reflected back at her--and in them, too, she found a personal path to a life of science. Braiding her personal story with science, Kaishian shows us this making of a scientist and introduces readers to the queerness of all the life around us. Fungal species, we learn, commonly encompass more than two biological sexes--and some as many as twenty-three thousand. Some intersex slugs mutually fire calcium carbonate "love darts" at each other during courtship. Glass eels are sexually undetermined until their last year of life, a mystery that scientists once dubbed "the eel question." Nature, Kaishian shows us, is filled with the unusual, the overlooked, and the marginalized--and they have lessons for us all. Wide-ranging, richly observant, and full of surprises, Forest Euphoria will open your eyes and change how you look at the world.
Botany.Com. (for NEET & +2)
Botany. Com (For NEET & +2)Success in NEET and board examinations demands not just hard work, but the right guidance and the right resources. The NCERT textbook remains the foundation-it must be your first book and your first priority. Every NEET aspirant is strongly advised to read NCERT line by line, understand it deeply, and revise it repeatedly.Botany. Com has been designed to complement that foundation-clarifying concepts, eliminating confusion, and providing deeper insight where NCERT is brief or abstract. This book offers scientific explanations, exam-focused notes, and a style that simplifies the complex without compromising accuracy.It is not a replacement for NCERT, but a refined extension of it-created with care for those who aim not only to succeed, but to understand.Believe in your preparation, stay consistent, and remember- No one can do better than you.
Advances in Research for Horticultural Crops Breeding and Genetics
Horticultural crops are excellent sources of carbohydrates, protein, dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals, as well as a major source of most dietary antioxidants. With the growing world population and the effects of climate change, there is a need to enhance production and the quality of horticultural products. To meet future ecological and economic demands, conventional breeding methods, combined with new biological technologies such as the high throughput technologies, molecular markers, genetic engineering and genome editing and phenomics, have been widely applied to lead the improvement of yield, quality, abiotic and biotic stresses in horticultural crops and accelerate the development of new or improved cultivars.The purpose of this Reprint is to report the advances research for horticultural crops breeding and genetics, including 13 original research papers to highlight innovative research on improving horticultural crops, and to enrich the knowledge of various agronomic traits and functions of horticultural crops.
Alpine Mushrooms of North America
Little-known and hard to find, the tiny mushrooms that grow above the treeline offer mycophiles rare opportunities--but also index the advance of global climate change. Cathy L. Cripps's comprehensive nature guide draws on the twenty-five years of collecting and research that have made her North America's foremost expert on alpine fungi.Features include: More than 200 color photographsSmall size perfect for use in the fieldIn-depth scientific information on 150 species, including some recently discovered and most not found outside alpine or Arctic habitatsDivision of species into ecological groups to aid with searching and identificationCoverage of the Rocky Mountains of Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado, with extensions into British Columbia and Alaska, with many of the same mushrooms also found in the ArcticTips on collecting for both professional researchers and amateur enthusiastsA conservation-based approach aimed at the general public, mycologists, researchers, naturalists, land managers, and others Easy to use and charged with cutting-edge science, Alpine Mushrooms of North America is an expert guide to mycology's final frontier.
New Insights into Plant Signaling Mechanisms in Biotic and Abiotic Stress
Plants are constantly challenged by their environments, including both biotic and abiotic stress factors. As a result, plants have developed complex signaling pathways in response to various challenges, allowing them to adapt and survive. In order to detect and react to pathogen attacks, herbivore feeding, and symbiotic interactions in the case of biotic stress, plants use a complex network of signaling molecules, including phytohormones, reactive oxygen species (ROS), and secondary metabolites. These signaling cascades cause the activation of systemic acquired resistance, the synthesis of antimicrobial chemicals, the reinforcement of physical barriers, and genes involved in defense. When plants are exposed to abiotic stress, such as drought, extreme temperatures, salinity, and nutrient deficiencies, they use different signaling pathways to adapt. Abscisic acid (ABA), ethylene, jasmonic acid (JA), calcium ions, and other signaling molecules are involved in these pathways. These signaling molecules coordinate cellular responses such as stomatal closure, osmotic correction, and the activation of stress-responsive genes. Understanding the mechanisms of plant signaling networks involved in biotic and abiotic stress responses is essential for developing crop plants that are resilient to changing environmental conditions. This reprint aims to present recent contributions to developing our understanding of the mechanisms involved in plant responses to biotic and abiotic stress.
The Effects Of Cross & Self-Fertilisation In The Vegetable Kingdom
The effects of cross & self-fertilisation in the vegetable kingdom examines the biological and evolutionary significance of reproductive processes in plants through systematic experimentation and observation. The work investigates how cross-fertilisation and self-fertilisation affect plant growth, vitality, and adaptation, offering evidence that variation in reproduction contributes to species resilience. Through a series of controlled experiments, the author demonstrates how cross-fertilisation enhances vigor and genetic diversity, while self-fertilisation often leads to reduced strength and fertility. The text emphasizes the structural and temporal adaptations of flowers that promote cross-pollination, reflecting nature's intricate balance between reproductive necessity and evolutionary advantage. The observations presented extend beyond botany, illuminating broader principles of heredity and development that inform the study of life itself. This scientific exploration not only documents the behavior of plants but also provides insight into the interconnectedness of living systems and the subtle mechanisms that sustain them, making it a foundational contribution to the understanding of biology and natural selection.
The Sceptical Botanist
Do trees talk to one another? Can a plant use up the oxygen in a room while you sleep? What is a native plant and what is a weed? Are some plants truly immortal? Through 50 beautifully crafted essays, former director of preeminent botanic gardens and self-confessed plant punk Tim Entwisle shines a gentle light on everyday questions about plants and gardens, guiding the reader through fact and fiction. Including the best of his contributions to gardening magazines and newspapers over four decades, as well as 24 pieces written specially for this book, The Sceptical Botanist is a tour de force of investigative writing from one of Australia's most thoughtful and inquisitive botanical minds. Pick up The Sceptical Botanist and you'll never look at a plant or garden in the same way again! Features: Includes 50 thought-provoking essays on the myths of plants and gardens.Gently provocative, quirky and captivating.Scholarly but always witty and fun, with light-hearted cartoons.Dispelling myths and unpicking taboos, always with good humor and a lightness of touch.Covers a variety of topics associated with gardening, including "What makes plants tick?," "Plants from elsewhere," "Garden plants and landscapes," "Gardening with convictions," and "Observing and cataloguing nature."
Jelly-Fish, Star-Fish, And Sea-Urchins
Imagine the silent depths of the ocean, where creatures with neither brain nor spine navigate the mysteries of existence. In this groundbreaking exploration, the primitive nervous systems of jellyfish, starfish, and sea urchins unravel the secrets of life itself. This scientific exploration book, once lost to time, has been brought back from obscurity by Alpha Editions, offering a window into the fascinating world of marine biology research. As you delve into this natural history text, you'll discover the intricate dance of evolution, a topic that captivated the minds of the 19th century's greatest thinkers. The Victorian era was a time of relentless curiosity and discovery, and this text stands as a testament to that spirit, influenced by the likes of Charles Darwin and Thomas Huxley. It is an educational resource that not only appeals to an academic audience but also enchants casual readers with its vivid depiction of marine invertebrate study. The book's historical significance is undeniable, bridging the gap between past and present scientific understanding. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, lovingly restored for today's and future generations. It invites you to join the lineage of explorers and thinkers who dared to question the very fabric of life. Having been out of print for decades, this republished work is a rare gem, offering insights into evolutionary biology topics that continue to resonate in our quest for knowledge.
Flowers of the Philippines
FROM THE RIDGES OF THE CORDILLERAS TO THE FORESTS OF MINDANAO, THE PHILIPPINES IS HOME TO A REMARKABLE ARRAY OF FLOWERING PLANTS. THIS VOLUME PRESENTS A VISUAL AND BOTANICAL JOURNEY THROUGH A CURATED SELECTION OF SPECIES, UNITING SCIENTIFIC PRECISION WITH ARTISTIC EXPRESSION. From the wind-swept ridges of the Cordilleras to the rain-drenched forests of Mindanao, the Philippines harbors an extraordinary array of flowering plants, some delicate and ephemeral, others striking and enduring. This volume presents a visual and botanical journey through a thoughtfully curated selection of species, uniting scientific precision with artistic expression. The collection features entries that span from familiar ornamentals to lesser-known native and introduced flora. Each plant is accompanied by finely rendered illustrations and succinct notes on taxonomy, morphology, habitat, and traditional uses. Organized by botanical classification, the volume offers a deeper understanding of the archipelago's ecological richness and cultural relationship with the natural world. This book reveals the country's remarkable biodiversity and longstanding bond with the plant kingdom, shaped by centuries of cultivation, ritual, and discovery, through the lens of Philippine flora.
Beautiful Floral Art Coloring Book
A stunning coloring book for art and flower lovers, featuring intricate line art inspired by 17th-19th century Dutch and European floral masterpieces. Some of the most exquisitely detailed and extravagant flower paintings were created by Dutch artists of the 17th and 18th centuries such as Rachel Ruysch, Jan van Huysum, Ambrosius Bosschaert the Elder and Jan Davidsz. de Heem. Typically, their abundant arrangements containing a variety of different flowers and colors were set against a darker background to bring the beauty and color of the flowers to the fore. This collection of more than paintings contains a range of stunning examples by these and other Dutch masters as well as later artists including Vincent van Gogh, Eugene Delacroix and Henri Fantin-Latour. Each painting is faced by a detailed line art rendering so you can color your own version of these masterpieces of floral art.
Success With Small Fruits
Success with small fruits presents a thoughtful exploration of the rewards and values found in nurturing fruit-bearing plants. It highlights the deep and enduring bond between people and the natural world, encouraging a return to the satisfaction of cultivating one s own food. The book emphasizes how simple yet mindful practices in gardening can offer both personal fulfillment and broader societal benefit. It draws attention to the overlooked pleasures of growing small fruits and the positive impact such pursuits can have on health and wellbeing. The narrative underscores the importance of reconnecting with the soil, fostering patience, care, and an appreciation for the rhythms of nature. Through reflections and practical guidance, it enhances an understanding of how tending a garden can cultivate not only plants but also character and community. The work invites readers to rediscover joy in modest, meaningful tasks, and to value the quiet achievements found in growing nourishing fruits in harmony with the land.
2027 Anemone MIDI Horizontal Hardcover 12-Month Weekly Planner, 160pg, 100gsm by Paperblanks (William Kilburn)
2027 Anemone MIDI Vertical Hardcover 12-Month Weekly Planner, 160pg, 100gsm by Paperblanks (William Kilburn)
The eternal appeal of a floral design is captured in the work of Irish illustrator William Kilburn. The artist behind William Curtis' book on botany, Flora Londinensis, Kilburn was also a designer and printer of calico. His seaweed motifs were so iconic that he presented a dress in the pattern to Queen Charlotte! Format: MidiSize: Width: 130mm (5") x Height: 180mm (7") x Depth: 22mm (3/4")Interior: VerticalDate Range: January 2027 - December 2027Page Count: 176PagesClosure: WrapColour: Multi-colourGSM (paper weight): 100Binding Type: Smyth SewnHardcoverEdge Printing: NoPouch Type: Memento PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 2100% recycled binder boardsDecorative printed cover paperPrinted on acid-free, sustainable forest paper.Threaded stitching and glue, as neededAcid-free sustainable forest paperMonthly plannerConversion tablesYear plannerInternational dialling codesMini calendarsInternational holidaysWorld time zonesNote-taking pagesName plate
2027 Van Gogh's Still Life Maxi Vertical Hardcover 12-Month Weekly Planner, 160pg, 100gsm by Paperblanks
2027 Van Gogh's Still Life MIDI Horizontal Hardcover 12-Month Weekly Planner, 160pg, 100gsm by Paperblanks
Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was one of the great Post-Impressionist painters. After moving to the village of Arles, his paintings grew brighter and he experimented with still life pieces, which he called "colour studies". We are honoured to partner with the Barnes Foundation to bring one of Van Gogh's finest pieces of still life to our collection.Format: MidiSize: Width: 130mm (5") x Height: 180mm (7") x Depth: 20mm (3/4")Interior: Weekly - HorizontalDate Range: January 2027 - December 2027Page Count: 160PagesClosure: Elastic BandColour: YellowGSM (paper weight): 100Binding Type: Smyth SewnCover: HardcoverEdge Printing: NoPouch Type: Memento PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 2100% recycled binder boardsDecorative printed cover paperFSC-certified text paperThreaded stitching and glue, as neededAcid-free sustainable forest paperMonthly plannerConversion tablesYear plannerInternational dialling codesMini calendarsInternational holidaysWorld time zonesNote-taking pagesName plate
2027 Cezanne's Terracotta Pots and Flowers MIDI Hardcover 12-Month Daily Planner, 416pg, 80gsm by Paperblanks
Witch's Magickal Spellbook
Create your own special spellbook full of charms, spells and potions - with stickers, pockets, journaling pages and more! Your own keepsake spellbook, a beautifully crafted guide that invites you to create and document your unique journey and record your magickal experiences. Overflowing with charming recipes and mystical potions, this guide will be your treasured companion in spellcraft. Imagine a buffet of spells for love, luck, protection, and more. Let Priestess Moon lead you through the secrets of magical herbalism, using accessible ingredients to create enchanting concoctions infused with your intentions. Embrace your creativity and deepen your connection to the magickal world with this exquisite tome, as unique as you are. Your personalised spellbook awaits, ready to hold your most cherished spells and memories.
The Mycelial Healer
A groundbreaking and accessible exploration of ancestral and Indigenous medicinal uses of mushrooms and their cultivation. Fungi are the Alpha and Omega of this planet. Through their connections to the rock, soil, air, water, plants, animals, and humans, fungi hold our ecosystems together. They carry medicinal compounds that can be isolated and studied by scientists, and they carry something less available to scientific study--something ineffable known by many Indigenous peoples. Fungi carry a vibration of connection, a way of being in the world. This insightful and practical guide for the lay reader explores the deep, interwoven web of the mycelial network from the perspective of whole human health. In Chapter One, we discover what mushrooms tell us about how to be in right relationship with the natural world, with other people, and with the spiritual world. In the chapters that follow, we explore our direct relationship with these mushrooms, with detailed information on how to grow them in both outdoor and indoor settings. We also learn how to preserve and ingest mushrooms as food and medicine. In the book's final chapter, we take a deeper dive into fourteen species of medicinal mushrooms to learn their stories, their way of living, and what they have revealed to science. Medicinal Mushroom Profiles include: Cordyceps - Amadou - Birch Polypore - Reishi - Maitake - Lion's Mane - Chaga - Milky Cap - Shiitake - Medicinal Molds - Oyster - Psychoactive Mushrooms - Split Gill - Turkey Tail The Mycelial Healer is for readers who have been failed by the conventional healthcare system and are turning to medicinal mushrooms for answers, as well as herbalists and mushroom cultivators inspired to take their understanding of the medicinal benefits of mushrooms to the next level.
Fungi for Dummies
Discover the fundamentals of fungi with this engaging and easy-to-follow book Fungi For Dummies gives you an in-depth view of the wide world of mycology. With this science-focused yet clear and readable book, you'll dig deep into the science of the fascinating organisms that help this planet thrive. Learn about fungi classifications and structures, their uses in and beyond medicine, their importance to environmental sustainability, and how they have shaped human cultures around the world. Go beyond the typical mushroom field guide and get a thorough introduction to the study of mycology that tracks a typical undergraduate course in the field. Grasp the basics of mycology, including how fungi grow and how they differ from plants Discover the role fungi play in ecosystems around the world Learn to classify the different biological structures that appear in fungi Know the various fungal groups and their roles in nature and in human endeavors Perfect for those who want or need to get a grasp on mycology, Fungi For Dummies is an approachable introduction to this essential organism group.
The Princeton Field Guide to Mesozoic Plants
A dazzlingly illustrated guide to the plant life of the dinosaur age, from intricate ferns to the most majestic megaflora The Mesozoic was dominated by a spectacular array of flora, from ferns, conifers, and cycads to ginkgos and flowering plants, as well as some enigmatic species with no modern-day descendants. This wide-ranging illustrated guide provides an unparalleled, in-depth look at the era's extraordinary plant life, exploring its natural history, biology, and evolution over a span of 185 million years. Blending the latest discoveries in paleontology with informative profiles of extinct species and their living descendants, The Princeton Field Guide to Mesozoic Plants is a one-of-a-kind reference to the botanical wonders of the prehistoric world.Features hundreds of breathtaking illustrations, from life studies and scenic landscapes to detailed sketches of representative speciesIntroduces the history of plant paleontology and the dating, geography, and extinction of Mesozoic floraProfiles hundreds of Mesozoic species, tracing the evolutionary relationships of fossil plants with living onesDiscusses photosynthesis, reproduction, growth, climate, plant communication, partnerships with fungi and animals, and conservationReveals how Mesozoic plants evolved in response to predation and changing environmental conditionsJourneys through the forests of the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periodsA must-have guide for anyone interested in the lost world of the dinosaurs
2027 Cezanne's Terracotta Pots and Flowers MIDI Horizontal Hardcover 18-Month Weekly Planner, 208pg, 80gsm by Paperblanks
Paul C矇zanne (1839-1906) was a French painter who is regarded as one of the greatest of the post-Impressionists. Terracotta Pots and Flowers saw C矇zanne enter a new era of still life painting. Here he arranges everyday objects including a pitcher with potted geraniums inside the greenhouse at his father's estate near Aix-en-Provence. Format: MidiSize: Width: 130mm (5") x Height: 180mm (7") x Depth: 20mm (3/4")Interior: Weekly - HorizontalDate Range: July 2026 - December 2027Page Count: 208PagesClosure: Elastic BandColour: GreenGSM (paper weight): 80Binding Type: Smyth SewnCover: HardcoverEdge Printing: NoPouch Type: Memento PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 2100% recycled binder boardsDecorative printed cover paperFSC-certified text paperThreaded stitching and glue, as neededAcid-free sustainable forest paperMonthly plannerConversion tablesYear plannerInternational dialling codesMini calendarsInternational holidaysWorld time zonesNote-taking pagesName plate
2027 Monet's Chrysanthemums MIDI Horizontal Hardcover 18-Month Weekly Planner, 208pg, 80gsm by Paperblanks
French artist Claude Monet, one of the founders of the Impressionist movement, was particularly fascinated with capturing the transient beauty of nature. In a virtuoso display of flowers, this 1897 work portrays a vibrant bed of chrysanthemums from his prized garden in Giverny.Format: MidiSize: Width: 130mm (5") x Height: 180mm (7") x Depth: 20mm (3/4")Interior: Weekly - HorizontalDate Range: July 2026 - December 2027Page Count: 208PagesClosure: Elastic BandColour: Multi-colourGSM (paper weight): 80Binding Type: Smyth SewnCover: HardcoverEdge Printing: NoPouch Type: Memento PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 2100% recycled binder boardsDecorative printed cover paperFSC-certified text paperThreaded stitching and glue, as neededAcid-free sustainable forest paperMonthly plannerConversion tablesYear plannerInternational dialling codesMini calendarsInternational holidaysWorld time zonesNote-taking pagesName plate
Illustrations Of The Birds Of California, Texas, Oregon, British And Russian America
A rediscovered masterpiece of American ornithology richly illustrated, scientifically rigorous, and now reborn for modern readers. Illustrations Of The Birds Of California, Texas, Oregon, British And Russian America by John Cassin is a landmark ornithology book that catalogs and celebrates North American bird species with meticulous descriptions and striking historical bird illustrations. Blending 19th-century scientific observation with sumptuous hand-colored plates, this volume serves as both a bird identification guide and a bird art collection: essential for birdwatching in America, historians of natural science, and collectors of rare bird illustrations alike. Readers will find detailed accounts of regional species from California and Oregon to Texas and the far reaches of British and Russian America paired with plates that capture plumage, posture, and habitat with vivid clarity. This edition from Alpha Editions restores a work that was out of print for decades, carefully remastered for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, it s a collector s item and cultural treasure: enhanced for readability while preserving Cassin s original voice and the integrity of each plate. Whether you re using it as an Oregon bird guide, seeking Texas bird illustrations, or exploring historical bird illustrations of British and Russian America, this book is an indispensable resource. Perfect for casual readers, serious birders, and classic literature collectors, it reconnects us with the wonder of North American birds and the art of early ornithology. Keywords: Birds of California, John Cassin bird book, ornithology book.
Curious Facts In The History Of Insects; Including Spiders And Scorpions.; A Complete Collection Of The Legends, Superstitions, Beliefs, And Ominous Signs Connected With Insects; Together With Their U
A startling window into the secret life of the small: Curious Facts in the History of Insects invites you to see the world anew through the buzzing, creeping, and winged creatures that have shadowed human myth and medicine for centuries. This richly curious volume gathers legends, beliefs, and astonishing anecdotes about insects, spiders, and scorpions from insect mythology and spider folklore to scorpion myths and ancient insect superstitions. Read how butterflies, beetles, and bees figured in art and ritual, discover accounts of medicinal insects and edible insects once relied on for survival, and explore dramatic reports of insect injuries and strange insect appearances that once stopped cities in their tracks. Each chapter blends natural history with cultural lore, making this both an engrossing narrative and a practical compendium of insect legends and uses. Originally out of print for decades, this Frank Cowan book has been carefully restored and republished by Alpha Editions for today s readers and future generations. This edition is more than a reprint it s a collector s item and cultural treasure, fully renewed while preserving its original voice and historical detail. Perfect for curious readers, entomology enthusiasts, classic literature collectors, and anyone fascinated by insects in art or the practical uses of creatures once called nuisances. Rediscover the uncanny, the useful, and the beautiful in the long human story of insects.
Insect Architecture
A marvel of miniature engineering Insect Architecture reveals the genius of nature one hive, nest, and gallery at a time. James Rennie s timeless study invites readers into the hidden world of insect habitats, translating meticulous observation into lyrical, awe-filled prose. This entomology book explores how ants, bees, wasps, termites, and solitary builders fashion astonishing insect structures: vaulted nests, precision-engineered honeycombs, subterranean galleries and aerial palaces. Blending natural history with clear scientific insight, Rennie decodes insect behavior and the biology of insects to show how instinct and environment produce elegant ecological design. Historically significant and richly descriptive, Insect Architecture was long out of print until Alpha Editions lovingly restored this classic for today s readers and future generations. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector s item and cultural treasure: carefully edited, faithfully reproduced, and designed for bookshelf display. For nature lovers, biology students, architects inspired by biomimicry, and collectors of classic works, Rennie s account is both instructive and transporting. Discover principles of natural engineering and animal architecture that continue to inform modern ecological design and biomimetic innovation. Whether you re a casual reader enchanted by insect construction or a collector of literary natural history, this restored edition brings Rennie s original observations back to vivid life an essential volume for anyone fascinated by the craft and cunning of the natural world.
Insect Stories
Discover the secret lives of tiny heroes and villains Insect Stories invites you into a buzzing world of wonder and wisdom. Vernon L. Kellogg s captivating collection blends vivid entomology tales with warm storytelling, following insect adventures that reveal surprising feats of instinct, cooperation, and survival. From meticulous notes on insect behavior to playful children's insect stories and moral insect life lessons, these narratives make natural history insects come alive for readers of all ages. Kellogg s clear, humane voice turns scientific observation into accessible tales of curiosity and compassion, perfect for family reading, classroom exploration, or personal delight. Historically significant and lovingly crafted, Insect Stories showcases the work of a pioneering entomologist whose writing helped popularize insect exploration and bring scientific ideas into everyday life. Once scarce and out of print for decades, this edition has been expertly restored and republished by Alpha Editions preserving original charm while making it readable for today s and future generations. This is not simply a reprint: it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure that belongs on the shelf of classic literature collectors and casual readers alike. Whether you re searching for educational insect book material, bug stories for kids, or engrossing natural history insects tales, this restored edition offers timeless insight and delight. Dive in and let Kellogg guide you through the insect world where every small life teaches a big lesson.
The Heathery; Or, A Monograph Of The Genus Erica (Volume 1)
A lost garden reborn The Heathery returns to the light, a lovingly restored masterwork that will make every plant enthusiast s heart quicken. In this definitive botanical monograph on the Erica genus, Henry Cranke Andrews combines precise plant species identification with the lyrical observation of a 19th-century botanist. Volume 1 guides readers through the delicate world of heathery plants and the larger ericaceae family, pairing meticulous plant taxonomy and clear botanical descriptions with richly detailed botanical illustrations that bring each species to life. Whether you re a gardener seeking practical reference or a reader captivated by historical botany, this book offers both scientific rigor and aesthetic delight. Historically significant and beautifully produced, The Heathery is more than a scientific catalogue: it is an artifact of 19th-century botany, showcasing Andrews s talent for observation and illustration at a pivotal moment in plant study. This edition has been out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions restored for today s and future generations. Carefully reissued, it is not merely a reprint but a collector s item and a cultural treasure, ideal for libraries, collectors of botanical reference works, and anyone fascinated by the evolution of plant taxonomy. Rediscover the Erica genus with authoritative text, exquisite botanical illustrations, and a timeless appreciation for nature s small wonders perfect for academic use or bedside inspiration.
The Illustrators Of Montmartre
A lost heartbeat of Belle poque Paris returns: The Illustrators of Montmartre brings the electric streets, smoky caf s, and feverish studios of Montmartre back into vivid focus. Frank L. Emanuel s landmark study traces the bohemian artists of Paris and the 19th-century French illustrators who shaped modern visual culture. Through lively profiles, portraiture, and critical essays, the book maps the Montmartre art scene its satirists, poster-makers, and painters showing how illustration, caricature, and print culture intersected with broader French art movements. Readers encounter intimate snapshots of artistic life, eyewitness historical art analysis, and cultural context that illuminate Parisian cultural history from the ground up. This edition, republished by Alpha Editions, restores a title out of print for decades. Carefully remastered for today s and future generations, it s more than a reprint: it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure for scholars and casual readers alike. Whether you collect rare volumes, study Parisian art history, or simply love tales of bohemian artists Paris, this book delivers authoritative research and the warm immediacy of period writing. Perfect for lovers of Montmartre illustrators, Belle poque Paris, and art and illustration in Paris, Emanuel s book is essential reading on French art movements and the visual heartbeat of a city that reinvented modern art. Rediscover the stories behind the images that defined an era.
Have a Good Trip
From a much-loved expert and popular science writer comes this straight-from-the-trenches report on how and why folks from all walks of life are using magic mushrooms to enhance their lives. Interest in psychedelic mushrooms has never been greater - or the science less definitive. Popular science writer and amateur mycologist Eugenia Bone reports on the state of psychedelics today, from microdosing to heroic trips, illustrating how "citizen science" and anecdotal accounts of the mushrooms' benefits are leading the new wave of scientific inquiry into psilocybin. With her signature blend of first-person narrative and scientific rigor, Bone breaks down just how the complicated cocktail of psychoactive compounds is thought to interact with our brain chemistry. She explains how mindset and setting can impact a trip - whether therapeutic, spiritual/mystical, or simply pleasure seeking - and vividly evokes the personalities and protocols that populate the tripping scene, from the renegade "'Noccers" of Washington who merrily disperse magic mushroom spores around Seattle, to the indigenous curanderas who conduct traditional ceremonies in remote Mexican villages. Throughout she shares her journey through the world of mushrooms, cultivating her own stash, grappling with personal challenges, and offering the insights she gleaned from her experiences. For both seasoned trippers and the merely mushroom curious, Have a Good Trip offers a balanced, entertaining, and provocative look at this rapidly evolving cultural phenomenon.
A Gardener's Guide to Botany
Ever wonder if plants sleep or why their leaves are shaped a certain way? The inner workings of the plants you love are revealed and celebrated in this guide by botany expert Dr. Scott Zona. *2023 American Horticultural Society Award Winner* A Gardener's Guide to Botany is not just another book on how to grow plants. Instead, it's a lushly illustrated botanical journey into what makes plants tick, delivered in layman's terms that are easily understood and appreciated by both advanced gardeners and first-timers. It's the chlorophyll-infused science behind the plants you know and love, whether you grow them indoors or out. You'll learn how different plant parts function (do you know what stomata are and why every leaf has hundreds of them?), the traits that separate plants from animals, and how through eons of evolution the plants we grow in our gardens and homes have developed a million different fascinating adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive. From their leaf shape and growth habit to how they have sex and metabolize the nutrients they absorb, A Gardener's Guide to Botany covers it all in an accessible and thought-provoking way. Divided into chapters based on what plants need to survive, some of the topics you'll discover include: How plants convert water, air, and sunshine into roots, stems, leaves, and flowers through photosynthesisHow plants react to their environment and "know" when it's right for supporting growth and reproductionHow light can inhibit or facilitate chemical reactions in a plant How plants access and use water and different nutrients, including through lifelong partnerships with other living organisms How plants reproduce in some pretty ingenious ways, both with and without sexHow plant genes are dispersed via seeds spread by wind, water, animals, or by the mechanics of the plant or the seed itselfUp your #plantnerd status by going on a knowledge expedition to learn about all things botanical, including the enlightening science of plant communication, hormones, insect relationships, and even plant sleep. Plus, learn the many varied ways plants protect themselves, from growing spines and producing toxic leaf compounds to emitting volatile chemicals that serve as messages to insect predators or warning signals to neighboring plants. Through beautiful illustrations, full-color photographs of plants from around the world, and fascinating and relatable text, get to know your plant family like you never have before! Whether you grow houseplants on a windowsill, vegetables in raised beds, or shrubs and perennials along your front walk, A Gardener's Guide to Botany takes you on a beautiful adventure into the amazing kingdom of plants.
Scottish Plant Lore
Scotland's plants define its landscape - from the heather moorlands of its iconic habitats to the weeds and a garden plants of its towns and cities. Plants have shaped the country's domestic economy and culture over centuries, providing resources for agriculture and industry as well as food, drink and medicines. They have even inspired children's games and been used as components in magical charmsDrawing together traditional knowledge from archives and oral histories with the work of some of the country's finest botanical artists, this book is a magnificent celebration of the enormous wealth of Scottish plant lore.
Southern Wildflowers
Flowers flow and bend on and off the paper as if still full of the life they had in the field. Montgomery (Ala.) Advertiser With an artist's eye and an unwavering attention to detail, Lucile Parker meticulously examined several specimens of each flower in order to capture its vivacity in her magnificent watercolor paintings. In this way, Mrs. Parker was able to convey the essence of the fragile, delicate Birds-Foot Violet and the robust, color-splashed Indian Pink-even to those who have never seen the flowers themselves. A combination art book and easy-to-use botanical guide, this volume was assembled primarily for the flower lover rather than for the professional botanist. Indexes by common and scientific names and by family are provided, along with descriptions of the plants, their habitats and growing conditions, and the months during which they bloom.
The Pocket Book of Plants That Heal
Unleash the power of nature's pharmacy for healing and self-care with this pocket-sized guide to medicinal plants. Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you explore 75 Plants That Heal, which will leave you wanting to unlock the secrets of nature's medicine cabinet. Discover the common medicinal plants, their fascinating history, and therapeutic properties, while learning techniques to prepare safe herbal remedies such as infusions, tinctures, oils, and lotions.Quickly recognize plants through exceptional photographic plates.Dive into each species, with a wealth of information on its dedicated page.Embrace a range of common plants, understanding their healing potential.Find practical tips for environmentally responsible plant picking.Authored by a respected ethnobotanist and doctor of phytotherapy, this book will nourish your knowledge of natural science, making it your essential companion to herbal medicines and natural beauty products, all in a handy pocket size.
Hidden World
For millions of years, plants have managed to resist and defend themselves from a continuous onslaught of life-threatening events. What Kevin Tarner and Rachel Hughes reveal here are the creative and constantly changing methods plants call on to survive in the face of a world that often doesn't want them to. Despite the daunting pressures of being eaten by other species and competing among themselves for water, sunlight, and pollinators, plants manage to survive by calling on a deep well of ingenious strategies. Unsurprisingly, these tactics have not only affected the success of plants, but humans have also been impacted by them in our own passage through time. We have coexisted with, and even co-opted, plant defense, resulting in tremendous benefits for our species. Indeed, these adaptations are so intimately parallel to our daily lives that we often bump into them unwittingly. This can happen when we cook vegetables, add spices to our food, brew coffee, or smell plants we use for decoration. Such interactions provide opportunity to discuss just a few of the survival strategies Tarner and Hughes explore in Hidden World.
Close Encounters of the Fungal Kind
A magical, deeply informed book that takes us from familiar places into the strange world of fungi. The secret world of fungi is another kingdom. They do things differently there. Diverse beyond our wildest imaginations, fungi don't obey rules. They pop up unbidden and often dressed in curious reds and greens. They do not seem of this world, yet fungi underpin all the life around us: the "wood wide web" links the trees by a subterranean telegraph; fungi eat the fallen trunks and leaves to recycle the nutrients that keep the wood alive; they feed a host of beetles and flies, which in turn feed birds and bats. Fungi produce the most expensive foods in the world but also offer the prospect of cheap protein for all; they cure disease, and they both cause disease and kill; they are the specialists to surpass all others; their diversity thrills and bewilders. Professor Richard Fortey has been a devoted field mycologist all his life. He has rejoiced in the exuberant variety and profusion of mushrooms since reading as a boy of nuns driven mad by ergot (a fungus). Drawing on decades of experience, Fortey starts with the perfect "fungus day"--eating ceps in Piedmont. He introduces brown rotters, earthstars, and death caps; fungal annuals and perennials, dung lovers and parasites, even fungi that move through the trees like mycelial monkeys. We learn that the giant puffball produces more spores than there are known stars in the universe and fetid stinkhorns begin looking like arrivals from the planet Tharg. He tells of the fungus that turns flies into zombies, the ones that clean up metallic waste, and the delicious subterranean fungi truffe de Perigord, the delight of gourmets. Amongst these and many other "close encounters," Fortney attempts to answer the questions: what exactly are fungi? Why did their means of reproduction escape discovery for so long? What role do they play in the development of life? The vast kingdom of fungi is more diverse and species rich than plants or animals. By exploring their glorious profusion, Close Encounters of the Fungal Kind reveals so much about their world--and ours.
Western Washington and Oregon in Bloom
A practical, pocket-sized, and beginner-friendly wildflower guide for Western Washington and Oregon Western Washington and Oregon are home to a wide array of unique habitats, flourishing with unique plant life. Made for wildflower hunters and casual hikers alike, Timber Press's In Bloom series are portable and accessible-to-everyone guides to the most prominent wildflowers you are likely to see in a given region. Whether it be colorful, showy plants, or the bizarre and deadly, these and more are presented here in this easy-to-use field guide that features text and photographs of some of Western Washington and Oregon's more common and interesting wildflowers.
Northeastern Forager's Cookbook
The Northeastern Forager's Cookbook invites readers into the bountiful world of commonly found and lesser-known wild edibles foraged within the northeastern United States. Organized alphabetically by common name of the plant or mushroom with a focus on simplicity, this cookbook showcases easy-to-follow recipes that bring out the flavors and nutritional benefits of wild plants and mushrooms. From visually appealing color photos of finished dishes to detailed information on identification, culinary uses, nutrition facts, and vegan options, this book is a treasure trove for food enthusiasts. Whether you're new to foraging or an experienced wild food aficionado, this cookbook, complemented by beautiful habitat photos and range maps, bridges the gap between nature and the kitchen, creating culinary delights like Autumn Olive Fruit Rollups, Wild Berry Compote, Garlic Mustard Quesadillas, and much more. Look inside to find: Full-color photographyCommon and lesser-known wild ediblesEasy-to-Use forager's indexRange maps
