Résultats pour "Marsh" dans Sciences exactes

What is it really like to be a brain surgeon, to hold someone's life in your hands, to drill down into the stuff that creates thought, feeling and reason? In this brutally honest account, one of the country's top neurosurgeons reveals what it is to play god in life-and-death situations. Henry Marsh gives us a rare insight into the intense drama of the operating theatre and the exquisite complexity of the human brain.

In The Marsh Builders, Sharon Levy delves into the intertwined histories of wetlands loss and water pollution. The book's springboard is the tale of a years-long citizen uprising in Humboldt County, California, which led to the creation of one of the first US wetlands designed to treat city sewage. The book explores the global roots of this local story: the cholera epidemics that plagued 19th-century Europe; the researchers who invented modern sewage treatment after bumbling across the insight that microbes break down pollutants in water; and more.

In this "compelling scientific detective story," a leading neuroscientist looks for the nature of human kindness in the brains of heroes and psychopaths (Wall Street Journal). At fourteen, Amber could boast of killing her guinea pig, threatening to burn down her home, and seducing men in...

George P. Marsh's final edition of his classic book on environmental conservation. All new Introduction written by Fisher Neal.

'He does write beautifully, especially of his greatest love — our wild birds...On The Marsh is a delightful read.' – Christopher Hart, Daily Mail How the rewilding of eight acres of Norfolk marshland inspired a family and brought nature even closer to home. When writer Simon Barnes heard a...

Master wildlife identification and explore the calming ecology of hidden watery worlds to support vital conservation. Whether you are unwinding on a daily commute or walking a local trail, this immersive audio journey transforms overlooked swamps and grassy fens into vibrant, living habitats...

Dive into the poignant history of the Acadians who once flourished around the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia, Canada, only to face forced removal by the British. This event shaped not only their legacy but also established a lasting French presence in several Eastern states of the U.S. Join us as we unravel this compelling narrative. - Summary by Czandra

Mark Seth Lender’s home is on the edge of a salt marsh. From his front porch and back yard he is witness to an astonishing array of wildlife, but nothing he sees is more beautiful and inspiring than the birds that fill the air, perch on trees and wade in shallow water. His reports on the sighting of birds like great horned owls, little blue herons and snowy egrets are featured in the segment "Salt Marsh Diary" heard on NPR’s Living on Earth. For the first time, he has chronicled the marsh’s life in a book penned from his perch.

This program is read by the author. "As a mature observer of the human condition, Marsh has audible serenity that makes listeners curious about how his story ends." - AudioFile Magazine From the bestselling neurosurgeon and author of Do No Harm, comes Henry Marsh's And Finally, an unflinching...

This program is read by the author An International Bestseller "Consistently entertaining...Honesty is abundantly apparent here--a quality as rare and commendable in elite surgeons as one suspects it is in memoirists." —The Guardian "Disarmingly frank storytelling...his reflections on death...

 James Marsh's Four Years in the Rockies gives brilliant insight into the life of Isaac P. Rose, a man who forged his own path in the wilderness of the far west. This thrilling account of one mountain man's life at the height of the 19th-century fur industry follows Rose as he overcomes adversity, learns from those around him, and becomes one of the most successful trappers of the Rockies. Four Years in the Rockies is essential listening for anyone interested in the 19th-century fur trade and the adventurers who risked their lives to be part of it.

This program features a bonus conversation between the author and Officer Jeff Babauta (who led the undercover investigation known as Operation Alligator Thief) and an introduction read by the author. "John Pirhalla offers a first-rate narration. His facility with accents gives atmosphere to...

Conversations on the Marsh is the official podcast of the Little River Wetlands Project. Each episode features individuals involved in conservation work in Northeast Indiana. At Little River Wetlands Project, our mission is to restore and protect the historic watershed of the Little River. This podcast is part of our effort to foster good environmental stewardship through community education. LRWP is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Tending the Marsh is a collection of poems that emerged from a year of daily walking on the marsh following a major life transition. Poems follow a narrative timeline with close observations of nature.

Mary Blyth, a sales clerk who is robbed, nearly murdered and then fired from her job, thinks her luck has changed when she inherits an old house from a distant relation, Benjamin Batters. This house holds dark secrets. Murderous thugs, a mysterious threat from the Far East let her know this is not the case. The Joss, a Reversion is from Richard Marsh, author of “The Beetle”. - Summary by Alan WinterrowdThis show includes AI-generated content.

Vermont Conservation Voters’ Political Outreach Director, Justin Marsh, hosts a weekly conversation with legislators, energy and climate leaders, and environmental champions.

Welcome to "The Guardian Files", where 20-year Navy veteran and safety expert Gary Marsh explores the evolving landscape of safety in the modern world. From traditional safety practices to cutting-edge AI safety and security, Gary delves into a wide range of topics that help you stay ahead in safeguarding your business, livelihood, and future.As the author of Safetyology and founder of PDC Safety, Gary brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience as a safety officer, coach, advisor, manager, and director. Each episode offers engaging stories, practical tips, and the latest insights into ...

Empowering conversations for people who are not afraid to challenge the status quo. The intention of Unfringed is to bring awareness to and develop conversations about the things that most affect us today; the things that too many of us won't dare talk about and the things we allow to divide us. Holistic Self Mastery coach, Donna Marsh provides a raw and realistic viewpoint that encourages discussion, welcomes collaboration, and empowers solutions to modern problems. She challenges the status quo and invites you to think beyond it. Intro music and logo art by Miguel Santos at Two Cats Creative...

Hosted by a field biologist and founder of Nova Conservation, these are interviews & stories about working in wildlife: the good (a career with passion and purpose!), the bad (job security! moving a lot!) and the ugly (being exploited to work for free!).Learn more at https://www.novaconservation.com/Theme music by Hector Cerqueira, courtesy of Snapmuse.