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Out of the Cage - Dr. Gary Shapiro
A recently divorced graduate student is offered an opportunity of a lifetime. Asked to teach an orangutan sign language to solve a murder, he finds himself in an exotic land to discover a world of ex-captive red-haired great apes of Borneo who are learning to return to the wild.
Out of the Cage recounts Shapiro's studies and adventures from field notes and memory to demonstrate the many otherwise human interactions he has had with the unique orangutan personalities he has been fortunate enough to encounter.
Orangutan personhood, great ape rights, and the many moral conundrums that the scientific community has largely ignored weigh heavy on Shapiro's mind and heart as he reflects upon his experiences with those noble persons.
Peer Reviewed By
Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute & UN Messenger of Peace
Gregory F. Tague, author of An Ape Ethic and the Question of Personhood
Caroline Gabel, Shared Earth Foundation
Ed Begley Jr., actor and environmentalist
Marc Bekoff, Ph.D., The Emotional Lives of Animals (2024)
Additional Information
Published : October 19, 2024
Pages : 260
ISBN : 978-1-956389-13-5 / 978-1-956389-10-4 / 978-1-956389-14-2
BISAC : BIO000000 / SCI070050 / POL044000
LCCN : 2024931705
Size : US Trade (6×9)
The Art of Living Dangerously - Richard Bangs
In 1973, Richard Bangs founded Sobek Expeditions, the original and now the largest adventure travel company in the world, with over a million clients guided since its beginning. But this is not just a story of an unusual company, one that profoundly transformed the way we travel and experience the world. It presents true stories, both perilous and awe-inspiring, from the full array of adventure travel: trekking, climbing, sailing, diving, adventure cruising, kayaking, back-country skiing, mountaineering, biking, cultural immersions, canyoneering, and more. Sobek pioneered scores of adventures, from trekking in the Himalayas, to cruising the Galapagos and Antarctica, to first descents of some eighty rivers around the world. The author personally led thirty-five first river descents, capsizing on six continents (a unique, albeit dubious, distinction), and organized and led the first trips into North Korea, Libya, Yemen, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, New Guinea, Iran, and even China back in 1978. Sobek clients have included Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Mick Jagger, Barry Diller, and Daryl Hannah. It is the shadow company behind National Geographic Adventures, New York Times Active Journeys, and Smithsonian Expeditions. This book traces fifty years of adventure travel and how it has evolved through times of war and peace, terrorism, the rise of the internet, the pandemic, and the first virtual expeditions.
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It's a Sweet World: Recipes from Around the Globe at Bea’s Bakery
By Lenny Rosenberg and Adaeze Nwanonyiri
A World of Sweet Traditions and Flavors
"It's a Sweet World: Recipes Around The Globe at Bea's Bakery" invites you to bring the rich, nostalgic flavors of Bea’s Bakery, a California institution, into your home with a blend of Jewish, Nigerian, and global recipes perfect for any occasion.
#1 New Release in International Cooking, Food & Wine, and Kosher Cooking
Bea’s Bakery has been a beloved part of California’s Jewish baking heritage for over fifty years. Founded in 1968 by Sol Litwak and his son Jules, Bea’s Bakery was named after Sol’s wife, Beatrice—fondly called “Bea.” Since then, it has stood as a comforting symbol of traditional Jewish bakeries in America, delighting the community with timeless treats and flavors that evoke family memories and bring people together.
Experience the rich legacy of Bea’s Bakery in your own kitchen. In 2023, Bea’s Bakery was entrusted to new owners, Lenny Rosenberg and Adaeze Nwanonyiri This husband-and-wife duo brings their unique backgrounds and love for tradition to this debut cookbook. It's a Sweet World offers readers a journey through Bea’s most cherished recipes, from classic Jewish staples to Nigerian-inspired delights and international favorites. With each recipe, readers can expect step-by-step instructions, heartwarming stories, and suggestions for enjoying these treats at special occasions, making it easy to recreate Bea’s bakery magic at home.
Inside, you’ll find:
• A unique collection of recipes that celebrates Jewish cuisine, timeless baking traditions, and global favorites like
challah, honey cake, lamingtons, and Red Velvet Kola Nut Cupcakes.
• Engaging stories and easy-to-follow steps for each recipe, making this an ideal traditional baking cookbook for
bakers of all ages, whether you’re searching for classic or multicultural inspiration.
• A thoughtful baking gift for kids and families who want to explore Jewish baking, with plenty of variety to create
delicious treats and sweet memories together.
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Bail! Bail! Bryce Whitmore and the Birth of Whitewater Rafting - Ty Childress
About the Book:
Passing away in November 2023 at age 97, Bryce was the first whitewater rafting outfitter in California and Oregon, beginning Wilderness Waterways 62 years ago. Ty’s book brings to life the early days of rafting and kayaking in California and Oregon with this collection of stories from a free-wheeling cast of characters. Much of the book traces Whitmore’s life and his improbable and extraordinary path to becoming a professional river guide. But it’s more than a biography. The book also describes evolution in raft design, techniques for navigating rapids, early conservation efforts, and wonderful stretches of river that Ty himself has rafted—some of them now lost to us. Altogether, the book serves as a rich color commentary on the early days of river running in the American West, capturing not only the precious nature of our wild rivers but also the audacious spirit of the people who are drawn to them.
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Books by Charles Hood
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About California's Best Nature Walks:
Explore some of California’s most exquisite landscapes with this accessible hiking guidebook featuring descriptions of the flora, fauna, and ecology hikers will discover along the trail.
See the oldest trees in the world—and the tallest. Meet earthquake-loving fish, lively island foxes, and endemic birds. Visit the saltwater homes to sea otters and a desert basin where the water is even saltier. In California’s Best Nature Walks, Charles Hood reveals the golden state’s unique ecosystems, guiding you through 32 spectacular natural areas, with advice on deciphering the terrain. All are within easy walking distance of the road. This is an essential companion for road-trippers, outdoor enthusiasts, and day hikers—no cleated boots or trekking poles necessary.
Locations include the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Olmsted Point at Yosemite National Park, Fossil Falls, Camp Roberts Rest Area along Highway 101, Scorpion Anchorage at Channel Islands National Park, Vasquez Rocks Natural Area, and more!
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About Charles Hood
"Dandelion Roots Run Deep" is the true story of three generations of Midwestern women who "nevertheless persisted".
The book focused primarily on Merrill Clark, who fought for organic agriculture and Michigan's environment from 1967 - 2009. Merrill worked on this book for years, but then developed Alzheimer's in 2010 and her daughter Merry finished it for her.
The story traces Merrill's background in Illinois, her marriage to John Clark, and their harrowing cross-country trip before launching their ultimate mission: starting an organic farm in 1980.
Merrill Clark then became a charter member of the National Organic Standards Board in 1992, and she describes the struggles involved In the first efforts to define "organic" on the federal level.
The dandelion analogy works on many levels in this book: the family roots, the roots being part of the solution to climate change, and the roots that connect to other issues that underlie the lived experiences of these three women.
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