Browsing: Environment

19th Century

Walden

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WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY BENJAMIN MARKOVITS In 1845 Thoreau, a Harvard-educated 28-year-old, went to live by himself in the woods…

Biographies and Memoirs

A Country Year

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“Stirring… Richly alive” (Kirkus Reviews): After her 30-year marriage ended, Sue Hubbell decided to become a beekeeper — and discovered a burgeoning love affair with the natural world. This delightful memoir is “steadily eloquent, not just of her life but of all life” (The Washington Post).

Biographies and Memoirs

Animal, Vegetable, Miracle

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This New York Times bestseller chronicles a family’s move from suburban Arizona to Appalachian farmland — and their reconnection to the natural food chain. “Cogent and illuminating” (The New York Times), with over 38,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

Biographies and Memoirs

The Egg & I

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In this “astoundingly lighthearted book” (The New York Times), Betty MacDonald shares her stirring, hilarious story about the trials of moving to a small chicken farm in the Washington wilderness. With over 2,400 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

Animals

Almost Anywhere

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When tragedy struck, Krista Schlyer decided to sell her belongings and travel through America’s national parks. With her two best friends beside her — a surly introvert and a rambunctious dog — she set off on an unforgettable journey. Perfect for fans of Cheryl Strayed!

Animals

The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill

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A New York Times bestseller: After Mark Bittner moved to San Francisco’s storied Telegraph Hill, his life changed when he befriended a group of wild parrots who also called his neighborhood home. “Charming… A pleasure and an education” (Kirkus Reviews).

Environment

Simply Sustainable

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Break your plastic habit with simple, actionable steps and jumpstart your journey toward a minimal, beautiful, low-waste home. “Simply Sustainable…