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The War Against the Beavers
Verena Andermatt Conley Manufacturer: University of Minnesota Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0816642176 |
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A lifelong city dweller, Verena Andermatt Conley had long harbored romantic ideals about the natural world and dreamed of a wilderness retreat for herself and her husband, Tom. When a sizeable tract of land along the Vermillion River on the edge of Minnesota's Boundary Waters-complete with two primitive log cabins-became available, they jumped at the chance to own a piece of paradise. The War against the Beavers is a wry and funny account of two people's ten-year apprenticeship in backwoods living, from their arrival as literal babes in the woods to their education in the ways of nature as they face plagues of insects and fungus, storms and droughts, and embark on a lengthy campaign to eradicate a colony of beavers that threatens the peace and beauty of their forest refuge.Juxtaposing idyllic descriptions-hiking and cross-country skiing, swimming and canoeing in clear waters, harvesting berries and wild rice-with the intensive labor of maintaining a wilderness homestead, Conley draws a beguiling picture of the ups and downs of backwoods living. After a period of peaceful coexistence, the beavers become bitter enemies whose depredations threaten to turn a substantial portion of forest into marshland. Odd solutions-axes, shotguns, and dynamite among them-and extermination attempts by still odder locals hardly faze the beavers. It is only the arrival of a mechanized, and much more menacing, threat-bulldozers and other heavy machinery clear-cutting the woods-that restores perspective to the obsessed cabin-dwellers.
Having come to the North Woods to escape the rigors of modern life, the couple finds instead that their beliefs on animals, humans, and nature are tested. They emerge from the experience with a hard-won wisdom and a new and deeper understanding of the ever-changing character of wilderness.
Verena Andermatt Conley was born and raised in Switzerland, where she grew up reading picturesque and adventurous portrayals of the great American wilderness. She lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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Wonderful.......2007-04-27
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Beavers hone their series edge.(Sports)(Oregon State holds an early lead in the eighth edition of the Civil War all-sports competition against archrival ... from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Gale Reference Team Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000JK8TYA Release Date: 2006-10-12 |
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This digital document is an article from The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), published by Thomson Gale on September 29, 2006. The length of the article is 1613 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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UO's hustle pays off in board war.(Sports)(Beavers surrender too much on glass, struggle shooting against zone): An article from: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Manufacturer: The Register Guard ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B00081WI3S Release Date: 2005-08-01 |
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This digital document is an article from The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR), published by The Register Guard on January 9, 2005. The length of the article is 578 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Suzy Gershman's Born to Shop San Francisco: The Ultimate Guide for Travelers Who Love to Shop (Born To Shop)
Suzy Gershman , and Sarah Lahey Manufacturer: Frommers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0764578863 |
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"Gershman may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike." —The Washington PostFor nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now in a brand-new edition, Born to Shop San Francisco brings you complete coverage of the city's shopping scene, for visitors and Bay Area residents alike. Inside you ll find:
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""Gershmanmay be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."" The Washington Post For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now in a brand-new edition, Born to Shop San Francisco brings you complete coverage of the city's shopping scene, for visitors and Bay Area residents alike. Inside you ll find: Insider tips on sales, warehouses, outlets and more; The lowdown on deals and the rip-offs at touristy Pier 39 In-depth coverage of such hidden, funky shopping districts as Valencia Street (home to vintage stores & Mexican folk art shops), Upper Grant Street (unique clothing stores featuring local designers), and Chestnut Street (one-of-a-kind gift stores and trendy cafes) Everything you need to know about the best of Napa Valley's wine and how to ship it home without breaking the bank.Customer Reviews:
LOVE this book..........2007-10-07
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Nishnawbe a Story of Indians in Michigan
Lynne Deur Manufacturer: River Road Publication ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000GYKOFQ |
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Nishnawbe a Story of Indians in Michigan: A Story of Indians in Michigan
Lynne Deur Manufacturer: River Road Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0938682016 |
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Teacher's guide Nishnawbe: A story of Indians in Michigan
Lynne Deur Manufacturer: River Road Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0938682024 |
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Metalheart
Andreas Lindholm , and Anders F. Ronnblom Manufacturer: Gingko Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 1584230894 |
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Metalheart is a book about the passion of digital design and the remarkable power of the pixel. It started as a project in 1998 when Swedish designers Andreas Lindholm and Anders F. Rnnblom sent the emBOXX/Brainreactor Prototype CD containing fonts and ÜD typefaces to a selection of designers for digital experimentation. They asked the designers to use and abuse their alphabets and send them back artworks for publication in this book. Response was slow at first but after Andreas' spectacular graphics were published in EFX Art & Design magazine they started to receive some fantastically innovative files. Metalheart is an explosive collection of shapes, shadows and colors that could not have been created without the aid of digital software. Guest artists include Lou Zadesky, Albert Kiefer, Derek Prospero, Klas Jonsson, Cameron Redwine and many more. The accompanying CD-ROM includes postscript fonts, 3D typeface images with alpha-channels and paths, samples from Metalheart background royalty-free collections, 100 MB in all.Customer Reviews:
Still a pleasure.......2006-07-07
Cool........2006-04-05
they weren't joking - 50/50........2002-03-31
how does such a one as ronnblom get published. how does this happen. somebody explain this to me, because the fact has overturned my entire universe of meaning. i'm not just being a design snob... if a high skool freshman showed up blazed for art class one day (having only taken it as an elective blow-off easy A in the first place), and happened to sit down in front of photoshop and mess with it for an hour out of sheer boredom, he might produce something similar, if more sophisticated.
lindholm's stuff (by contrast) is well-organized and attractive. don't talk to me about "dated." digital images are dated by the time you print them out; let's just grant that and get on with separating the gold from the dross, cuz good design is good design and bad is bad. (i believe that in spite of everything.) you wouldn't know it from looking at this book though, which brings me back to my original point. you see some really visually interesting vector and photoshop/3d pieces of lindholm's in the first part, and youre on a certain level, and then you get to that utter garbage from ronnblom and it's really upsetting. later they collaborate, and you can literally separate out which parts of the compositions ronnblom screwed up with his unfortunate use of filters and what-not. finally there are some interesting pieces by various designers more or less within the aesthetic that lindholm uses in his pieces - vast, technological-looking environments with layers of photoshop collage and vector line drawings and schematics, typically organized around a "burst" of 3d objects and text.
this is a decent book, and the CD includes a lot of "fun extras." really the only thing to warn you about is ronnblom - have i mentioned him yet? be prepared. otherwise enjoy, even if it makes you feel cool about yourself to call it "dated."
50% great / 50% crap.......2002-01-16
Anders Ronnblom's part of the book on the other hand, is utter garbage. It is no exaggeration to say that it seems as if it was his first time playing around with Photoshop filters. Complete lack of eye for style.
A sad combination. Still worth the money, even though I would have had preferred a book with the same price tag, but only half the content.
High End Graphics.......2001-12-04
It's art that matters.
Art is important.
MetalHeart is art.
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MH2: Metalheart is Movement
Andreas Lindholm , and Anders F. Ronnblom Manufacturer: Gingko Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 158423122X |
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Disappointment.......2004-12-23
Once again...50/50.......2004-06-19
Alright.......2003-05-15
Very disappointing.......2003-03-03
All in all, a BIG disappointment. If you like the first one, this is not it.
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The Metal Heart - The frontline of Digital Art ( MetalHeart ) w/CD-ROM
Manufacturer: HBi / HarperCollins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000HKG2NW |
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Metalheart No CD
Andreas Lindholm Manufacturer: GINGKO PRESS INC^ ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000PW9Y6E |
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Animal Rights, Human Rights: Ecology, Economy, and Ideology in the Canadian Arctic
George Wenzel Manufacturer: University of Toronto Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0802068901 |
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The campaign to ban seal hunting in Canada won international headlines and achieved its aims to a large extent. Most observers felt instinctively that the campaigners were "right" but little thought was given to the cataclysmic consequences the ban would have on the way of life and economy of a traditional people, the Inuit of Arctic Canada.
A distinguished anthropologist who has spent over twenty years living and working with the Inuit Community, George Wenzel provides a reasoned, in-depth, coolly written but powerful critique of this received interpretation and shows how the campaigners 'own cultural prejudices and questionable ecological imperatives brought hardship, distress and instability to an ecologically balanced traditional culture.
This book is both a careful academic study and a disturbing comment on how environmental activity may oppress a whole society, which raises serious questions about the motives and methods of the animal rights' movement in a much wider context than the case here studied.
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Heubach Character Dolls and Figurines
Lydia Richter , and Karin Schmelcher Manufacturer: Hobby House Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0875883931 |
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Heubach's little characters: Dolls and figurines 1850-1930
Carol Stanton Manufacturer: Living Dolls ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0905956028 |
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Easy Orchids: The Fail-Safe Guide to Growing Orchids Indoors
Liz Johnson Manufacturer: Firefly Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1552979385 |
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Proven advice on many easy-to-grow orchids.
Long considered expensive and difficult to grow, modern orchid varieties are far from fragile and come in a vast array of colors and sizes to suit any gardener and home environment.
Easy Orchids explains how to grow orchids at home, from choosing a healthy plant to transporting and caring for it.
An extensive A-Z orchid directory includes cool, warm and intermediate varieties and hybrids, each with detailed care instructions. The directory also features:
Advances in home climate technology have spurred the dramatic rise in popularity of orchid houseplants. Wide availability and affordability have made them more accessible.
Beautifully illustrated and up-to-date, Easy Orchids also includes a checklist for gardeners buying orchids online. Other buying tips include what to look for in healthy roots and leaves and the wrapping of the orchid for shipping or travel.
With the valuable tips and advice in Easy Orchids, gardeners of all levels will discover how fail-safe it can be to grow orchids.
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Easy Orchids: Simple Secrets for Glorious Gardens--Indoors and Out
Mimi Luebbermann Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0811835537 |
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With growing orchids as a pastime ever increasing in popularity, here, reissued with a lovely new cover, is one of the most popular books on the subject. This engaging volume provides all the inspiration and hands-on facts for transforming a windowsill, patio, glassed-in porch, or small garden plot into orchid territory, with the emphasis-given a plant that can be all too intimidating-on the easy. There’s Lady’s Slipper orchids and Jewel orchids for low-light homes; Laeliocattleyas to take advantage of a sunny kitchen window; and a host of other varieties. Complete with concise, easy-to-follow instructions, and beautifully illustrated with full-color photographs, Easy Orchids makes growing these prima donnas of the plant world rewarding and enjoyable for beginner and expert gardeners alike.Customer Reviews:
Useful information, but lacking structure.......2004-09-12
Love this orchid book.......2003-06-24
A must-have for your orchid library!.......2003-02-18
Great starter guide for growing orchids.......2002-03-26
A great introduction to growing orchids for the beginner.......2001-12-13
The book contains clear, crisp, and easy to read information about orchid care. It completely covers all of the essentials that the first time orchid grower needs to learn.
Is the book's information helpful? Well, I bought this book with my first orchid. One hundred days later, not only is the orchid still alive, but the flowers are still in bloom! Gee, I guess I can grow orchids, especially with guidance from this book.
Is growing orchids addictive? Well, I started with one orchid. One hundred days laters, I now own six plants ... and I'm looking to buy more. All because of this damn book :-)
The book is a great introduction to growing orchids for the beginner. It should be your first book, and you should buy it with your first orchid. Simple, but accurate, instructions throughout the text. "Easy Orchids" is a wonderfully helpful book.
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Orchids are Easy: A Beginner's Guide to Their Care and Cultivation
Tom Gilland Manufacturer: Guild of Master Craftsman ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1861081456 |
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Nice for Greenhouse Growers.......2001-01-01
Brief chapters cover the culture of orchids, propogation, pests and diseases. The final section is the "A-Z of Orchid Species". This area has nice closeups of each featured plant, but is pretty limited in scope. You won't find anything about Cattleyas, Phalaenopsis or Cymbidiums here.
If you are looking for information on Oncidiums, Odontoglossums and some Dendrobiums you find solid information and nice photography.
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Easy-Care Orchids (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin, a-250)
Mary Carol Frier Manufacturer: Storey Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 1580173500 |
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It's Never Been Easier to Grow Orchids at Home. Have you heard that orchids are impossible to cultivate? Do you love orchids' exotic flowers but despair of ever having one survive in your home? Think again! With simple instructions and straightforwrd advice from professional orchid grower Mary Carol Frier, you'll find that orchids can thrive on your home windowsill, rewarding you year after year with gorgeous blooms.
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101 Easy-to-grow Orchids
Wilma Ritterhausen , and Brian Ritterhausen Manufacturer: Reader's Digest ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0276428471 |
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Easy Orchids
Storey Publishing , and John Ed. Mills Manufacturer: Storey Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 067657002X |
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Easy Orchids
Mimi Luebbeermann Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000VJVYU0 |
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ORCHIDS ARE EASY TO GROW
HARRY B. LOGAN AND LLOYD C. COSPER Manufacturer: PRENTICE-HALL, INC ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000RZAHGU |
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Orchids Are Easy To Grow
Harry B. & Lloyd C. Cosper Logan Manufacturer: Ziff-Davis ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000NVXRZ6 |
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Orchids Are Easy To Grow
Harry Logan Manufacturer: PEARSON PTR @ ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000TXDNCK |
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Decorative Stencils for Interior Design: Over 150 Stencil Motifs from Classic Architectural Periods
Magie M. Maule Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0207170959 |
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Decorative Stencils for Interior Design: Over 150 Stencil Motifs from Classic Architectural Periods
Magie M. Maule Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OOSIBA |
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George Bernard Shaw and Christopher Newton: Explorations of Shavian Theatre
Keith Garebian Manufacturer: Mosaic Press (NY) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0889625085 |
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Riders of destiny: The 4th Australian Light Horse Field Ambulance, 1917-1918 : an autobiography and history
Patrick M Hamilton Manufacturer: Mostly Unsung Military History Research and Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 1876179015 |
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RIDERS OF DESTINY. The 4th Australian Light Horse Field Ambulance 1917-1918. An Autobiography and History.
Patrick M., OBE: Hamilton Manufacturer: Pan ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000W2UYKC |
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