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A lifetime of reading and writing, observation and contemplation is distilled in this comprehensive volume of the best essays, profiles and sketches by Ruskin Bond, the masterly and compassionate chronicler of the small details and lambent moments that capture the essence of a meaningful life. By turns thoughtful, humorous, keenly observed and wise, these essays span more than 60 years of his writing - from reflections on companionship and solitude to lyrical yet finely honed appreciations of nature to nostalgic evocations of bygone people and ways of life.

Bringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this lively, insightful memoir about a mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children.

The gripping first-person account of one woman's survival in Joshua Tree National Park against the odds. ""A vibrantly physical book""—The Guardian ""Uplifting and brave""—Stylist ""A riveting account of loneliness, anxiety and survival""—Cosmopolitan In 2018...

A luminous collection of essays exploring the lessons we can incorporate from the animal world in order to live more fully as humans A shelter cat teaches us that our damaged parts, too, are worthy of love... a captive orca shows us that inconvenience and difficulties are the blessing of a full...

"Narrator Adam Lazarre-White conveys Cooper's youth and aspirations in a rich, steady voice that suggests emotional authenticity and humor." -- AudioFile Magazine Now a documentary narrated by Common, produced by Grant Hill, Dwyane Wade, and 9th Wonder, from filmmaker Mary Mazzio The moving true...

A Londoner for more than 20 years, moving from flat to Tube to air-conditioned office, Melissa Harrison knew what it was to be insulated from the seasons. Adopting a dog and going on daily walks helped reconnect her with the cycle of the year and the quiet richness of nature all around her: swifts nesting in a nearby church; ivy-leaved toadflax growing out of brick walls; the first blackbird's song; an exhilarating glimpse of a hobby over Tooting Common.

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER An imaginative study of human nature, Live to See the Day is a globe-trotting exploration of what drives certain people to pursue a dream beyond all logic, reason, or reward. Why do people pursue impossible goals? In Live to See the Day, journalist Mark Medley sets...

A short, inspirational audiobook from Henry Fraser, a young quadriplegic motivational speaker and artist. Henry Fraser was a 17-year-old sports enthusiast and senior prefect when he broke his spinal cord and was left paralysed from the shoulders down. Life as he knew it was over, and yet, through extraordinary determination and a positive attitude, he has forged a successful career as an inspirational speaker and an artist.

The brand new Arsenal podcast that reminds you why it’s fun to support the greatest football club in the world. Even when you’re moaning about them.Join us every Monday, Tuesday and Friday for insight, healthy disagreement, unhealthy nostalgia, and plenty of entertainment from a group of Arsenal obsessives.Because The Thing About Arsenal is that anything can happen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heart & Goal is Kansas City’s front-row seat to the world’s biggest soccer moment. Join hosts Nate Bukaty — KC native and veteran soccerbroadcaster — and hometown hero Matt Besler – former Sporting KC captain and USMNT defender – as they break down the matches, the madness and the magic happening across the region. From barbecue to behind-the-scenes stories, this is your all-access pass to everything happening around the tournament and the energy, culture and chaos of hosting the world’s game. The world is coming to Kansas City, and we can’t wait to show it off.

A weekly podcast from 98 KUPD's (97.9fm Phoenix, AZ) John Holmberg featuring former NFL Offensive Lineman and 3x Super Bowl Champion Dale Hellestrae (Dallas Cowboys), and former AZ Media Personality Dave Nash on the subject of Sports and Arizona teams. Available weekly for download on all platforms and at www.98kupd.com/podcasts

An exploration of wild food and its habitats for aspiring foragers and nature lovers - from the expert who taught Mary Berry how to forage. Nestled by the roadside, peeking through the hedgerows, hidden in the woods and even in city streets and parks, wild food is all around us - if you know...

Welcome to the All Things MiLB Podcast. Weekly Episodes talk about, you guessed it, every thing related to the Minor League of Baseball.

Things No One Tells You with Lindsay Czarniak explores the conversations we don’t always have but should. Through candid interviews with newsmakers and everyday people, Lindsay uncovers untold stories, unspoken struggles, and insights that connect us all.

Is This Thing On? is the official podcast of the wildest 20-team college fantasy football league in America. Hosted by Patrick Bales and Reid Watson, the show mixes real football talk with league drama, parody ads, unhinged promos, and weekly segments like “Who’s This Guy,” “Affirmations,” and the infamous parlay picks. It’s part comedy sketch, part sports analysis, and all chaos — equal parts Stephen A. Smith, WWE promo, and college football fever dream.Whether you’re in the league or just love ridiculous sports talk, this is your front-row ticket to the madness.

A podcast! About Whitley Warriors! Yay! Presented by Andy, Jordan and Michelle, we’ll be chatting all things Warriors with special guests and generally trying not to swear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many people, ecosystems may be a remote concept, yet we eat, drink, breathe and interface with them in every moment of our lives. In this engaging textbook, ecosystems scientist Dr. Mark Everard considers a diversity of "everyday things", including fascinating facts about their ecological origins: from the tea we drink, to the things we wear, read, and enjoy, to the ecology of communities and space flight, and the important roles played by germs and "unappealing creatures" such as slugs and wasps.

First Things First is an honest, insightful, and entertaining look at life inside the Warner household. Kurt and Brenda speak candidly about their marriage, the values they are working to instill in their kids, things they've done right, mistakes they've made, the importance of giving back, and the legacy they hope to leave behind.

Super Bowl Champion and two-time Pro Bowler Michael Bennett is an outspoken proponent for social justice and a man without a censor. One of the most scathingly humorous athletes on the planet, he is also a fearless activist, grassroots philanthropist, and organizer. Bennett, a defensive end for the Seattle Seahawks, has gained international recognition for his public support for the Black Lives Matter movement and women's rights.

How are eggs of different shapes made, and why are they the shapes they are? When does the shell of an egg harden? Why do some eggs contain two yolks? How are the colours and patterns of eggshells created, and why do they vary? And which end of an egg is laid first - the blunt end or the pointy end?