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A little over 100 years ago, East Africa was terra incognita to most whites: a land largely unmapped, sparsely settled by Europeans, and teeming with wildlife. It was the hunter-adventurer's paradise, and by the early 20th century, a small, lionhearted clan of explorers and big-game hunters began leading safaris there for money.

In Stanton White, Northern narrator Harold Edson embarks on a journey to the American South alongside his college friend, Stanton White, to delve into the social realities faced by African Americans in the aftermath of the Reconstruction era. As Edson recounts his experiences, he encounters the stark and often brutal racism of white Southerners, revealing a disturbing and unapologetic mindset. This narrative offers a glimpse into the primitive racial attitudes that dominated 19th century America, both North and South of the Mason-Dixon line. While some of the themes may seem shocking to a ...

In Tides: The Science and Spirit of the Ocean, writer, sailor, and surfer Jonathan White takes listeners across the globe to discover the science and spirit of ocean tides. In the Arctic, White shimmies under the ice with an Inuit elder to hunt for mussels in the dark cavities left behind at low tide; in China, he races the Silver Dragon, a 25-foot tidal bore that crashes 80 miles up the Qiantang River; in France, he interviews the monks that live in the tide-wrapped monastery of Mont Saint-Michel; in Chile and Scotland, he investigates the growth of tidal power generation.

Focusing on the author’s tiger-hunting exploits, Man-Eating Tigers of India includes a detailed description of the tiger’s habits and instructions on how to organize and conduct a safe and successful hunt. This chore of putting an end to man-eating tigers seems to have been the burden of Baker. The work concludes with a riveting narrative of an actual case of hunting and eliminating a troublesome tiger.

Dive into the gripping narrative of White Czar, where the first half transports you to the heart of San Francisco during the catastrophic earthquake of 1906, revealing harrowing accounts from eyewitnesses and survivors of the devastating destruction that followed. The second half takes you on a journey through other monumental natural disasters, from the fiery eruption of Vesuvius that buried Pompeii to the explosive force of Krakatoa, all accompanied by insightful scientific explanations that unravel the mysteries behind earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. (Summary by Availle)

In this thought-provoking volume, the author explores the tumultuous relationship between science and theology throughout modern history. He argues that attempts to interfere with scientific progress in the name of religion—despite good intentions—have led to significant harm for both fields. Conversely, he posits that unimpeded scientific inquiry, even when it challenges religious beliefs, ultimately benefits both science and spirituality. This work chronicles the gradual liberation of scientific thought from theological constraints, though it has drawn criticism from contemporary ...

Dive into the rich history of beekeeping with the American Bee Journal, the oldest bee publication in America, founded in 1861. This second issue explores fascinating topics including the Dzierzon Theory, the origin and nature of honeydew, a chemical analysis of royal jelly, and insights on the Italian bee, among others. Join Larry Wilson as he summarizes these intriguing subjects, blending science with the art of bee culture.

Dive into the intriguing world of Charles Forts The Book of the Damned, his groundbreaking nonfiction work first published in 1919. This captivating book explores a myriad of anomalous phenomena, from UFO sightings and bizarre meteorological events to the mysterious disappearances of individuals under strange circumstances. Often hailed as the pioneering text in the field of anomalistics, Forts exploration challenges our understanding of reality itself. Join us as we unravel the mysteries that lie beyond the ordinary.

Immerse yourself in the charming world of Selborne through the eyes of Reverend Gilbert White, who served as the villages curate from 1784 until his passing in 1793. This captivating collection of letters to two friends explores the rich natural history of the area and the wonders of the natural world. Whites genuine curiosity and affection for his surroundings shine through in his straightforward prose, while a gentle wit adds warmth to his delightful anecdotes. Join us as we journey through the beauty of nature and the insights of a remarkable mind. (Summary by Peter)

One bright day in December 2001, sixty-two-year-old Germaine Greer found herself confronted by an irresistible challenge in the shape of sixty hectares of dairy farm, one of many in southeast Queensland, Australia, which, after a century of logging, clearing, and downright devastation, had been abandoned to their fate. She didn’t think for a minute that by restoring the land she was saving the world. She was in search of heart’s ease.

Dive into a captivating condensation of Bakers earlier, more extensive works that chronicle his daring self-funded adventures into the heart of Africa. Experience his thrilling quests to uncover the sources of the Nile in The Albert NYanza, Great Basin Of The Nile (1866) and The Nile Tributaries Of Abyssinia (1867), all while encountering a few elephants along the way. (Summary by Steven Seitel)

The surprising, rich life of tree swallows in nesting season—with Heinrich’s beautiful illustrations and photographs—by the acclaimed naturalist. Heinrich is sparked one early spring day by a question: Why does a pair of swallows in a nest-box close to his Maine cabin show an unvarying...

In the 21st Century, weve witnessed a significant resurgence of skepticism towards science, particularly among Evangelicals. However, this conflict between science and religion is far from new. In the late 1800s, author Andrew Dickson White asserted that any interference with science in the name of religion, regardless of intent, has historically led to dire consequences for both realms. Conversely, he argued that unimpeded scientific inquiry, even when seemingly threatening to religious beliefs, ultimately fosters the greatest advancements for both science and faith. In this volume, White ...

America was built on white pine. From the 1600s through the Civil War and beyond, it was used to build the nation's ships and houses, barns, and bridges. Yet this popularity came at a cost: by the end of the nineteenth century, clear cutting had decimated much of America's white pine forests. In White Pine, ecologist and writer John Pastor takes listeners on walk through history, connecting the white pine forests that remain today to a legacy of destruction and renewal.

Published in 1789, The Natural History of Selborne was written by Gilbert White, an English naturalist and clergyman. It comprises White’s letters to fellow naturalists and friends, documenting the flora and fauna of his home town in Hampshire.

Healthy chickens are happy chickens. This one-of-a-kind reference book covers the health problems that plague chickens of all breeds and ages.

Drawing on a variety of sources from film, literature, and popular culture, and analyzing different historical moments, including the establishment of the Wilderness Act in 1964 and the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Finney reveals the perceived and real ways in which nature and the environment are racialized in America. Looking toward the future, she also highlights the work of African Americans who are opening doors to greater participation in environmental and conservation concerns.

In February 1910, a monstrous blizzard centered on Washington State hit the Northwest, breaking records. The world stopped - but nowhere was the danger more terrifying than near a tiny town called Wellington, perched high in the Cascade Mountains, where a desperate situation evolved minute by minute: two trainloads of cold, hungry passengers and their crews found themselves marooned without escape, their railcars gradually being buried in the rising drifts.

This isn't about medical breakthroughs or textbook cases. This is a podcast about the moments in between—the quiet victories, the silent failures, the human truths that hide in hospital corridors and late-night calls. Dr. SKR shares raw, reflective stories from his journey as a pediatrician, exploring the heartbeat behind the medicine. If you believe a doctor's real education happens long after they leave the classroom, this one's for you.

Scientist, resistance fighter and Holocaust survivor Primo Levi was one of Italy's greatest writers and an internationally renowned chronicler of human nature. In his masterpiece The Periodic Table, he charts his incredible life story through the medium of chemistry, using the titular list of elements - the building blocks of everything - as a prism to explore his experiences and search his soul.