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![]() This radically new approach shapes our view of ecosystems today. Prior to Humboldt no one had ever presented such data graphically. In this large diagram, he drew Chimborazo in cross-sections of increasing altitudes with heavily detailed data on corresponding species. Brilliantly researched and stunningly written, The Invention of Nature reveals the myriad ways in which Humboldt’s ideas form the foundation of modern environmentalismand reminds us why they are. that nature was a global force with corresponding climate zones across continents.), was supported by a three-foot by two-foot diagram carefully documenting precise data on altitude and species. Wulf’s pulsating account brings this dazzling figure back into a dazzling, much-deserved focus. Intellectually, Humboldt moved from the broad and theoretical to the narrow and the specific. ![]() He wrote a seven volume Personal Narrative that Darwin took with him on the Beagle and a 34 volume Voyage to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent which contained extensive details on plants, animals, and stars. His unique combination of an extraordinary memory, high quality Western education, and unique explorations allowed him to form far reaching theories. ![]() She is the author of Chasing Venus, Founding Gardeners, and The Brother Gardeners, which was long-listed for the Samuel Johnson Prize and awarded the American Horticultural Society Book Award. ![]() On returning to Europe, he spent a lifetime writing, teaching, and mentoring younger scientists. ANDREA WULF was born in India and moved to Germany as a child.She lives in London, where she trained as a design historian at the Royal College of Art. ![]() Humboldt’s scientific contribution was enormous. ![]() ![]() ![]() Use venn diagrams like these to compare and contrast the book and the movie. You can read the book before or after the movie. The Hidden Figuresmovie was based on a book by Margot Lee Shetterly It is, also, available in a young reader’s edition. The book is based on actual events and written after extensive research by the author, including interviews with as many actual participants as possible. It has history, literature, STEM, and other aspects that appeal to students. ![]() Hidden Figures would make a great basis for a unit study. It tells how, in the face of racism and sexism, black female mathematicians completed the calculations that were essential to send our first astronauts safely into space and back. Hidden Figures gives us the opportunity to see behind the scenes of some of the most important events in NASA history and in the acceptance of women and minorities into STEM fields. ![]() ![]() Philip Pullman is also the author of four volumes related to His Dark Materials: Lyra's Oxford, Once Upon a Time in the North, Serpentine, and The Collectors. Pullman was knighted for services to literature in the 2019 New Year Honours. PHILIP PULLMAN is best known for the His Dark Materials trilogy, which has been named one of the top 100 books of all time by Newsweek and one of the all-time greatest novels by Entertainment Weekly. ![]() ![]() And neither Lyra nor Will suspects how tightly their lives, their loves, their destinies are bound together.until they are split apart. For this is a world where soul-eating Specters stalk the streets and witches share the skies with troops of angels.Įach is searching-Lyra for the meaning of Dark Matter, Will for his missing father-but what they find instead is a deadly secret, a knife of untold power. In The Subtle Knife, Lyra meets Will-a boy on the run, a murderer-a worthy and welcome ally. The stunning full-color art will offer both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely new way. ![]() Philip Pullman's world is brought to visual life in The Subtle Knife Graphic Novel, a companion to the successful The Golden Compass Graphic Novel. This graphic novel adaptation of The Subtle Knife is a great entry for readers new to His Dark Materials and an exciting new look at the classic for existing Pullman fans. ![]() ![]() ![]() Karr also offers numerous practical tips and techniques for writing effective memoirs, including advice on how to use sensory detail to create vivid descriptions, how to handle dialogue and character development in memoirs, and how to navigate the ethical issues that can arise in memoir writing.Īnother strength of the book is Karr's engaging and often humorous writing style. She also emphasizes the importance of creating a sense of narrative tension and structure in memoirs, and offers practical advice on how to do so. ![]() She argues that writers must be willing to confront their own flaws and vulnerabilities in order to create truly meaningful and engaging memoirs. One of the strengths of the book is Karr's emphasis on the importance of honesty and authenticity in memoir writing. The book offers a wealth of advice, insights, and examples to help writers develop their skills and create compelling memoirs. ![]() ![]() I appoint all those federal judges, but, you know, thank you for serving. “I don’t know why you wanted the job, man. “Hey, Judge, how are you?” Biden dutifully replied. The only one” after the president failed to recognize the jurist earlier in his remarks. The flashpoint came after the attendee had called out to Biden, “We also have the first federal judge - Muslim federal judge. “‘Hush up, boy,’ as my mother would say.” “You want to come and make a speech?” the 80-year-old Biden asked the guest. prayers.īut when an unidentified audience member continued to talk over him, the president’s mood turned. President Biden made a happy occasion awkward Monday night after telling a White House guest to “hush up, boy” during an event marking the Islamic holiday Eid al-Fitr.ĭuring the lively reception commemorating the end of Ramadan, Biden teased the audience with what he promised would be the “quickest speech I ever made in my life” ahead of scheduled 6 p.m. ![]() Kyrsten Sinema ‘takes offense’ to border comments from White House: ‘Factually not true’ The Biden family’s alleged ‘criminal schemes’ around the world, a breakdownĭon’t buy Al Sharpton’s race-hustling shakedown of McDonald’s ![]() John Kerry reveals China climate talks invitation despite GOP scrutiny ![]() ![]() ![]() His recipes are built around solid comfort foods with a healthy twist that don't break the bank. ![]() There's only one thing that Coolio's been doing longer than rapping: cooking. 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We also use these cookies to understand how customers use our services (for example, by measuring site visits) so we can make improvements. ![]() We use cookies and similar tools that are necessary to enable you to make purchases, to enhance your shopping experiences and to provide our services, as detailed in our Cookie Notice. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() It could also be civilization-ending Jain tech – or something far more extraordinary. It may be the Polity’s answer to their relentless fight against the prador. Piper knows the Polity want more from him, but at what cost? The rebellion also attracts the deadly prador, placing an entire world in peril.Īs war rages across the planet, Piper must battle with the unknown technology implanted in his bones. When his parents are captured by the Old Guard, the Polity offer him unexpected aid. Piper was raised as a weapon against the Cyberat, implanted with secretive hardware. ![]() But these beliefs are upended with the arrival of the human Polity – and their presence ignites rebellion. Now, led by the powerful dictator Castron, their Old Guard believe that machines should replace the physical body. Long ago, the Cyberat left Earth to co-evolve with machines. Rebellion could be their salvation – or their doom. Here is the official synopsis for the novel… Out in hardback this summer, Neal Asher’s War Bodies is a gripping, high-octane standalone set in his expansive Polity world and we’re delighted to reveal the cover (above) AND Chapter One. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() If you have young kids at home, you’ve probably been keeping them occupied by reading them lots of stories over the past few weeks. But when winter arrives, it’s Frederick who has a special surprise in store that helps them survive until spring dawns again. The other mice think he is lazy and daydreaming his days away. However, one field mouse, Frederick, doesn’t seem to be helping at all. Born in the Netherlands, he moved to Italy and lived there before moving to the United States in 1939, where he worked as an art director for several advertising agencies, and then for Fortunemagazine. You can work on important comprehension skills as you read as well as rich vocabulary. Leo Lionni( October 11, 1999) was an Italian-American writer and illustrator of children's books. ![]() ![]() It’s difficult to work, but as long as they all pull their weight they should be ready. Frederick by Leo Lionni is a sweet book for second graders, and if you are needing materials to use with the text, this is the set to get. It’s the simple tale of a family of field mice who work together all through summer and autumn getting ready for the long, cold winter. Generations of children have loved the picture book, Frederick since it was first published in 1967. The Caldecott Award-winning picture book by Leo Lionni comes to brand new life as a clever and colorful virtual puppet show gently narrated by Michael Shannon, a founder of Chicago’s A Red Orchid Theatre and star of films like Shape of Water, Revolutionary Road, and Boardwalk Empire. Frederick marks our first, but not last, venture into releasing fresh online content for children and families via CCTv. ![]() ![]() ![]() It can hold up to 100 photographs, size 4 x 6 inch (10 x 15 cm), in its slip-in acetate sleeves. Whether its baby photos, christening or birthday photos, this photo album is ideal for storing the memories of loved ones to treasure forever. ![]() Tiggy-Winkle surrounded by cake, insects and florals. Keep all your favourite memories together with this beautiful Beatrix Potter Photo Album featuring a beautifully illustrated front cover with Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle too, the collection includes notebooks, photo albums, baby gifts, art pieces and much more. Featuring not just colourful illustrations of Peter Rabbit but Jemima Puddle-Duck and Mrs. Loved by children and adults alike across the globe, Beatrix Potter's tales of Peter Rabbit and friends has been brought to life with Robert Frederick's new World of Beatrix Potter stationery, gift and gardening collection. ![]() |
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