Natures Garden

When Maeve McQuaid loses her boyfriend and her gardening job in one fell swoop, fate intervenes in the shape of Beth, an elderly lady carrying a gap-year-size backpack. She turns out to be the owner of the mysterious Druid's Oak Farm in North Yorkshire and offers her a job. The farm is an artist's community which has become tired and run down, much like its inhabitants. The Elizabethan building needs to be saved but Beth is slowly going bankrupt. Can Maeve make a formal garden from an overgrown shambles? Can her enthusiasm lift everyone out of their lethargy or will they rise up against her...

Do you like to exercise? Do you spend most of your exercise time in the gym or in built up areas? Did you know that exercising in the natural environment is better for you? Recent research shows that if we exercise in more natural surroundings it benefits us more, even if we do exactly the same amount. Incredibly, immersing ourselves in forests or being close to the ocean when we exercise can make a significant difference to our energy levels. Now, in Cleverland: The Science of How Nature Nurtures, Dr. Chong Chen examines in more detail the psychology of how nature nurtures us and how our ...

Each essay illuminates the life of a single species and its relationship to humans, and how these species can help us understand birds in general. A dedicated birdwatcher and teacher, Gedney finds wonder not only in the speed and glistening beauty of the Anna's hummingbird, but also in her nest building. He acclaims the turkey vulture's and red-tailed hawk's roles in our ecosystem, and he venerates the inimitable California scrub jay's work planting acorns.

A natural history of the wilderness in our homes, from the microbes in our showers to the crickets in our basements Even when the floors are sparkling clean and the house seems silent, our domestic domain is wild beyond imagination. In Never Home Alone, biologist Rob Dunn introduces us to the nearly 200,000 species living with us in our own homes, from the Egyptian meal moths in our cupboards and camel crickets in our basements to the lactobacillus lounging on our kitchen counters. You are not alone.

The Magical Garden of Bloomsville By Dr. Monique Rodgers, Bestselling Author Step into the enchanting world of The Magical Garden of Bloomsville, where vibrant flowers, mystical creatures, and heartwarming lessons await young readers! In this beautifully illustrated tale, best friends Mia and Ben stumble upon a hidden path that leads them to a secret garden filled with glowing, magical flowers. Each flower holds a special power—from joy to bravery, and calmness to kindness. Guided by a wise butterfly named Flutter, the children learn about the importance of friendship, helping others, and...

For a traveling bird hunter, October is heaven on Earth. It's Randy's favorite month. He is a storyteller, dog trainer, wingshooter, and wandering bird dog man. Every fall, he turns his truck north and west to match wits with grouse, pheasant, quail, and Chukar. He takes us through the years and the dogs. He tells the stories of coveys flushing, roosters cackling, quail running, shotguns, family, and even one unlucky yard chicken. He will take you west to Montana and Arizona, north to Michigan and Wisconsin, and south to Georgia.

In Conversations With Cosmo, Dr. Betty Jean Craige tells how her female African Grey Parrot learned to talk and developed a terrific sense of humor. In this very entertaining audiobook, Cosmo herself contributes to the narration of her astonishing story.

Welcome to the savage and surprising world of Zoo Story, an unprecedented account of the secret life of a zoo and its inhabitants, both animal and human. Based on six years of research, the book follows a handful of unforgettable characters at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo: an alpha chimp with a weakness for blondes, a ferocious tiger who revels in Obsession perfume, and a brilliant but tyrannical CEO known as El Diablo Blanco.

A little girl and her older friend poetically describe the garden as it changes through the seasons. This quiet, intergenerational story pays homage to experiencing nature as a child and as an adult. The two friends watch the birds, fly a kite, plant flowers and play in the snow. Ms. Zolotow's In My Garden was originally published in 1960.

This little book contains “green thoughts” from writers who gardened across the centuries, thoughts that speak about the beauty and meaning of gardens. These words are combined with the author's personal prayers, based on the ancient Celtic words from the Carmina Gadelica. Whether you garden yourself or only enjoy looking at gardens, this collection of thoughts will remind you of the deep connection with the life force that sustains not only every green thing but also our own lives and the entire cosmos. Here in my garden, I bend my knee to the beauty I see beneath me, to the beauty I ...

A Fenland Garden is the story of the creation of a garden in a complex and fragile English landscape—the Fens of southern Lincolnshire—by a writer who has a very particular relationship with landscape and the soil, thanks to his distinguished career as an archaeologist and discoverer of some of England's earliest field systems. It describes the imagining, planning and building of a garden in an unfamiliar and sometimes hostile place, and the challenges, setbacks and joys these processes entail.

Johnny didn't intentionally mean to get involved with, Maisie, the old lady next door. Rumours around the playground claimed she was a witch and children threw stones at her windows. But Johnny wasn't like other kids, he found her kind and caring, if not just a little weird. She claimed he had a gift and made him feel special. That was until the 'incident'. Waking up in hospital without any memory of what happened to him, Johnny started to see things. Incredible things. But upon returning home he was horrified to discover even his own parents had turned against this sweet old lady. Had the ...

Perfect for classroom read-alouds and bedtime stories for ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya in their newest adventure as they discover that May 9th holds not just one, but FIVE special celebrations! When Tommy appears wearing mismatched socks and Maya arrives with exciting news, the three friends embark on a day filled with learning, laughter, and discovery. From butterfly releases at the botanical garden to alphabet magnet creativity, lost sock memorials, butterscotch brownie baking, and the perfect sleepover - this educational story weaves together ...

Animals are part of our world and contribute to our environment in different ways; even reptiles like Sammy the snake! Sammy lives in the garden near Merry and her family. Sammy takes care of the pests that eat their garden tomatoes.

Unlock the Secrets of the Enchanted Forest Are you ready to journey into a realm where magic dances on every leaf and mysteries whisper through the trees? Bestselling author Ammanuel Santa Anna invites you to step into the captivating world of The Woodland Fae. This groundbreaking guidebook is a must-have for nature lovers, folklore enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to deepen their connection with the unseen wonders that surround us. With stunning insights drawn from cultures across the globe, Santa Anna weaves a spellbinding tapestry of myth and wisdom that will forever change how you ...

Encounters on the wild side is the life story from boyhood onwards of the author's magical, wonderful, funny, fascinating obsession with wild life from raising baby birds to close encounters with lions and elephants. From Africa where he grew up to the UK and beyond, the artist Armand Foster relives his encounters with all manner of creatures as he fulfilled his life long desire to get to and stay as close to nature as he could.

The Cottage Fairy Companion is your accessible and beautiful guide to mindful living. It teaches the fundamentals of cottagecore style through the practices of The Cottage Fairy’s daily life.

Discover the essential wisdom of ancient and modern regenerative practices to build long-lasting soil fertility, healthy ecosystems, and nutrient-dense food—year after year.

A charming tale that celebrates the beauty of teamwork, the joys of helping others, and the simple pleasures of gardening together as a family. Set in the serene Woodmore’s Homestead, where the sun bathes the land in its warm glow, this story unfolds the adventures of a small red wagon and its desire to be part of something greater.

There’s a reason why the story of Adam and Eve resonates so deeply. Imagine it: two humans, completely at ease with their nakedness, frolicking in the Garden of Eden without a care in the world. No clothes, no shame, just pure, unfiltered freedom. Sure, things got a bit complicated with that whole apple situation, but before that, it was paradise – literally! They were the original nudists, and their story reminds us of a time when nudity was natural, unremarkable, and entirely blissful. Now, don’t get me wrong – I wasn’t always a proud member of the nudist community. There was a ...