The fox. For thousands of years myth and folklore have celebrated its cunning intelligence. Today the red fox is nature's most populous carnivore, its dancing orange tail a common sight in backyards. Yet who is this wild neighbor, truly? How do we negotiate this uneasy new chapter of an ancient relationship? Join British ecologist Adele Brand on a journey to discover the surprising secrets of the fabled fox, the familiar yet enigmatic creature that...

"A season of transition in North America's last great wilderness From Nunavut and the Barren Lands of Canada to the westernmost edge of Alaska and back to Churchill, Manitoba, Pete Dunne's experiences in the Arctic comprise wilderness, laughter, and contemplation. Whether hunting caribou, examining the balance between the needs of molting geese and society's thirst for oil, or observing majestic but threatened polar bears, Dunne insightfully considers...

• Environmental professional with a strong grounding in the Old Testament • Approaches environmental issues from both scientific and faith perspectives • Addresses a growing concern for earth among people of faith The book seeks to enroll a hitherto under-represented, though large and influential, portion of the U.S. population in addressing climate change: committed American Christians, of all denominations. Most books about climate change...

We drive cars with "Save the Whales" bumper stickers, buy aerosol sprays that advertise "no chlorofluorocarbons," and wear T-shirts made from organically grown cotton. All of these "earth friendly" choices and products convince us that we are "thinking globally, acting locally" and saving the planet. But are we really? In this provocative book, J. Robert Hunter asserts that using catchy slogans and symbols to sell the public on environmental conservation...

A frank and lighthearted argument for a new environmentalism, inspired by the author's rough-and-tumble cross-country and down-river travels, explains how a previous working environmental movement has given way to extremism and capitalist ventures, calling for a refocus on local issues grounded in holistic and more effective defenses.

In The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget, Josh Dorfman takes you inside the latest developments in green living to demonstrate how you can easily and affordably have your designer jeans and your planet too. From raising eco-conscious kids to greening your daily commute, Dorfman provides insights into the next wave of green innovation and the products and services that will lighten your planetary impact and lower your expenses. Find bargain basement...

The author of the #1 bestseller, The Weather Makers, pens “a brilliant examination of where we are with climate change and where we might be able to go” (The National Observer, Vancouver).
 
Almost two decades ago, Tim Flannery’s #1 international bestseller, The Weather Makers, was one of the first books to break the topic of climate change out into the general conversation. Today,...

"Bill McKibben is not a person you'd expect to find handcuffed in the city jail in Washington, D.C. But that's where he spent three days in the summer of 2011, after leading the largest civil disobedience in thirty years to protest the Keystone XL pipeline. A few months later the protesters would see their efforts rewarded when President Obama agreed to put the project on hold. And yet McKibben realized that this small and temporary victory was at...

"Simple Steps to Sustainability: A Workbook to Guide Individual Climate Action" is a practical and engaging resource designed to empower individuals to take meaningful steps in addressing climate change and fostering a sustainable future. Complementing the insights and strategies presented in "Small Steps, Big Impact: A Simple Guide to Individual Action and Collective Impact to Tackle Climate Change," this workbook offers a hands-on approach to making...

Trail Angel is an informative book about the kindness and wonderful assistance given to hikers along the Appalachian trail by thankless nature lovers and and self-annointed guides at various points along the trail. Offering shelter, assistance with obtaining supplies and sharing stories about nature and the beauty of the wilderness.