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The biography explores Jane Goodall's groundbreaking contributions to animal behavior studies, beginning with her unconventional entry into the field as a secretarial school graduate. Dale Peterson highlights her resilience and resourcefulness during her time in Gombe, where she transformed the understanding of chimpanzees. The narrative delves into her personal challenges and the evolution of her activism, showcasing her significant impact on both science and conservation over the past century.

A book that debunks the popular myth that William Wordsworth was, first and foremost, a poet of daffodils, Wordsworth's Gardens and Flowers: The Spirit of Paradise provides a vivid account of Wordsworth as a gardening poet who not only wrote about gardens and flowers but also designed - and physically worked in - his gardens.

A beautifully written celebration of the essence of the Irish Garden

This brilliant narrative will haunt you. Dale Peterson has brought to life the Gombe of the late 1960's, describing the entwined lives of the chimpanzees and the people studying them. It's a true story of adventure, danger, and sudden death that makes compelling reading. - Jane Goodall, founder of the Gombe Stream Research Centre, author of The Chimpanzees of Gombe, In the Shadow of Man, and Reason for Hope

Targeted at aspiring musicians and songwriters, this guide offers practical advice and tools to navigate a career in music. Drawing on over forty years of industry experience, it provides insights into organizing practice sessions, booking gigs, and creating promotional materials. While primarily for novices, even seasoned musicians may find inspiration to rejuvenate their careers. Additionally, it serves as a resource for those close to musicians, helping them understand the music business and support their loved ones' passions.

Jane Goodall's biographer and a noted wildlife photographer embark on an unpredictable journey

The county of Glamorgan has played its part in railway history form earliest days. The Great Western Railway dominated it in the 19th century although the LNWR and the Midland made inroads too. There were also smaller independents such as the Taff Vale Railway and the Swansea & Mumbles Railway. The story is told in detail in this large format book which features 170 period photographs of now closed stations.

Exploring the fascinating world of giraffes, this book combines scientific insights with captivating stories to unveil the mysteries surrounding these majestic creatures. It offers valuable lessons about their behavior and ecology, making it a compelling read for anyone intrigued by wildlife. With beautiful illustrations enhancing the text, this well-crafted work is highly recommended for those who appreciate the wonders of the animal kingdom.

Welsh coal was the engine of industry in the 19th and early 20th century and the only way to get it to where it was needed was by rail. Railways played a crucial role in the hills and mountains of Wales then, opening up even the most remote regions. Alas, those days ended as mines closed and governments decided in the mid-20th century that rail travel was no longer economic and drastically cut service. This little book re-kindles some of the romance that used to cause little boys' eyes to light up as the steam breathing monsters roared by their houses.

Challenges popular beliefs to reveal the animal kingdom's impulses toward cooperation, generosity and fairness, citing numerous examples of animals who have compromised their own safety to protect each other and what humans can learn from animal codes of behavior. By the author of Jane Goodall: The Woman Who Redefined Man. 50,000 first printing.