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Journalist Dom Phillips traveled deep into the Amazon rainforest searching for solutions to the problem of deforestation, a threat to the local ecosystem, native tribes, and the global climate. When he was murdered in the Javari Valley by a group of environmental criminals, a cohort of journalists and activists took up his work to finish his book and share his important message.

There are an infinite number of possible futures that lie ahead of us—like threads stretching out into the distance. Rob Hopkins, cofounder of the international Transition Network movement, invites us to travel to future worlds we would actually want to live in.

Organizers, activists, artists and community members share their struggles in New Orleans before and after Hurricane Katrina. Floodlines is a firsthand account of community, culture, and resistance in New Orleans. The book weaves the stories of gay rappers, Mardi Gras Indians, Arab and Latino immigrants, public housing residents, and grassroots activists. From post-Katrina evacuee camps to torture testimony at Angola Prison to organizing with the family members of the Jena Six, Floodlines tells the stories behind the headlines from an unforgettable time and place in history.

In the exhilarating spirit of Wild and A Walk in the Park, an adventure-filled memoir of one woman’s struggle to succeed as a wildland firefighter on an elite, male-dominated crew as they battle some of the fiercest wildfires in the West.

The weather outside can be both wonderful and frightening. Towering thunderstorms can rise higher than the tallest mountains and unleash hail the size of baseballs. Dense fog can shrink the world to just a few feet around you, while powerful gales make even a short walk feel like an adventure. Weather is all around us—sometimes calm, sometimes wild—but always wonderful. A Guide To Wonderful Weather takes you on a captivating journey above the Earth to explore how it all comes together. Have you ever wondered how clouds form, what causes rain, or why the wind blows? With vibrant, full-...

Conquer the Water Operations Exam is a focused, easy-to-follow guide designed to support candidates preparing for certification exams in water treatment, wastewater management, and utility operations. Whether you are aiming for a state-level operator license or entering a career in municipal water utilities, this book provides an essential overview of the knowledge and responsibilities tested on most water operations exams. This concise study aid is part of the Conquer the Exam series—streamlined guides for professionals preparing for vocational and certification exams across a variety of...

The Science of Earthquakes: Why They Happen and How They’re Measured is a compelling, accessible guide to one of nature’s most powerful and awe-inspiring forces. Whether you're a curious listener, student, or lifelong science enthusiast, this book breaks down the mysteries behind seismic activity in clear, engaging language—without oversimplifying the fascinating complexity of how our planet moves.

Human Nature is a deeply felt inquiry into our rapidly changing Earth. In each chapter, Marvel uses a different emotion to explore the science and stories behind climate change. As expected, there is anger, fear, and grief—but also wonder, hope, and love. With her singular voice, Marvel takes us on a soaring journey, one filled with mythology, physics, witchcraft, bad movies, volcanoes, Roman emperors, sequoia groves, and the many small miracles of nature we usually take for granted.

This landmark work—a foundational volume in the ecological canon—points to a necessary transformation of consciousness if mankind and the planet are to survive. Drawing upon the wisdom of the world's greatest thinkers, Thomas Berry forges a balanced, deeply felt declaration of planetary independence from the sociological, psychological, and intellectual conditioning that threatens the death of the Earth. Offering a path that will avert ecological catastrophe, Berry builds his case on a comprehensive review of the history of ideas.

Marine Biology Lite: Volume 1 The World of Sea Animals Explained: Accurate, Relatable, Entertaining This isn’t your typical marine biology textbook. Marine Biology Lite breaks down the ocean’s complexity using logic, real stories, and clear explanations that make everything—from survival strategies to bizarre sea creatures—make sense. Written by a real marine biologist who’s spent decades exploring and explaining the sea, this book teaches how marine life works by starting with one key idea: nature is logical. You'll discover the Four Core Needs every animal must solve—Energy, ...

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the climate crisis? You’re not alone. Millions are experiencing climate anxiety - a deep, persistent worry about our planet’s future. Facing Climate Anxiety offers a powerful, compassionate guide for understanding these emotions and transforming fear into hope and action. This empowering self-help book is for anyone who: Feels anxious, helpless, or overwhelmed by environmental news Wants practical mental health strategies to manage eco-stress Is looking for tools to stay engaged without burning out Seeks meaningful community, creative outlets, and purpose-...

Women are disproportionately impacted by climate change. In some cases, women make up almost 90 percent of casualties during dangerous climate events, and the majority of those displaced in the aftermath are women. Despite this disparity, women are underrepresented at every level of decision-making about the future of our planet. In Intertwined, writer and wildlife biologist Rebecca Kormos elevates the voices of women working to prevent the climate crisis, weaving together their stories to make a powerful case for why women are essential to changing our current trajectory.

When the sun has set, things get interesting with wild animals. Where people wait for buses during the day, a family of raccoons rummages through the trash can. Foxes and skunks search for food; fireflies send flashing signals to potential mates; owls and bats fly overhead. Night is not just a time, but a diverse habitat that we still know too little about. Wildlife biologist Sophia Kimmig is on the trail of the secrets of the night.

In Biogeotherapy, scientist and activist Benoit Lambert (narrating his own work) unveils a groundbreaking movement uniting farmers, scientists, and policymakers to restore Earth’s balance through nature’s own healing forces. Published by Audiobook Publishing Services, this audiobook is a blueprint for scalable, regenerative solutions to the climate crisis.

The consequences of twenty-first-century sea level rise on the United States and its nearly 90,000 miles of shoreline will be immense: Miami and New Orleans will disappear; many nuclear and other power plants, hundreds of wastewater plants and toxic waste sites, and oil production facilities will be at risk; port infrastructures will need to be raised; and over ten million Americans fleeing rising seas will become climate refugees.

The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat—it’s a present reality. Decarbonising Earth is a powerful and accessible exploration of the environmental, social, and economic consequences of climate change, the urgent need for action, and the technologies that can help us build a more sustainable and resilient future. This book goes beyond the headlines to deliver a deep, honest look at what’s happening to our planet—and why immediate action matters.

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Apocalypse Emergency—Love's Wake-Up Call is about a frightening global predicament that everyone seems to be aware of but which few people are giving the attention and seriousness it deserves. Why people would do that and why the media would be inclined to shy away is understandable. We simply have no way of comprehending the magnitude of what is happening—the end of life on Earth—nor how fast it is occurring—likely in our lifetime—since no living thing on this planet in its multibillion year history has had to face what we are. The environmental collapse now occurring can be ...

In secca, dai corsi stentati, o gonfi di acque irruente e trascinanti: abbiamo cominciato (finalmente!) a preoccuparci dei cambiamenti climatici e della salute dei nostri fiumi, perché ci stiamo accorgendo che una risorsa che consideravamo scontata - rinnovabile - tanto scontata e inesauribile non è. Da tempo il nostro rapporto con i fiumi è di tipo parassitario: li usiamo e ne abusiamo, ne stravolgiamo la rete e la biodiversità, e poi ce ne dimentichiamo.