Résultats pour "The Tree" dans Histoire

In 1967, not long after the Six-Day War, three young Arab men ventured into the town of Ramle, in what is now Jewish Israel. They were cousins, on a pilgrimage to see their childhood homes; their families had been driven out of Palestine nearly 20 years earlier. One cousin had a door slammed in his face, and another found his old house had been converted into a school. But the third, Bashir Al-Khairi, was met at the door by a young woman called Dalia, who invited them in.

A blend of history, science, philosophy, and environmentalism, The Tree is an engaging and elegant look at the life of the tree and what modern research tells us about their future. There are redwoods in California that were ancient by the time Columbus first landed, and pines still alive that...

This stunning cultural and personal reclamation of Black history and Black botanical mastery offers up lessons from the natural world shared through the stories of long-lived trees. “[Melinda] Sewak’s inspiring narration, combined with her storytelling prowess and dedication to historical...

Dive into the enchanting world of Tree-Dwellers, where Katharine E. Dopp, a pioneering educator and writer of childrens textbooks in the early 20th century, introduces young minds to the fascinating anthropological development of early human groups. This first installment, The Age of Fear, invites children aged 6 to 7 to explore the past through engaging stories that spark curiosity and imagination. Each lesson begins with thought-provoking questions, followed by captivating narratives that present factual information in a child-friendly manner. Accompanying activities encourage hands-on ...

Non appena in Occidente si sparse la voce della prossima uscita della flotta turca, papa Pio V decise che quella era l'occasione buona per realizzare un progetto che sognava da tempo: l'unione delle potenze cristiane per affrontare gli infedeli in mare con forze schiaccianti, e mettere fine una volta per tutte alla minaccia che gravava sulla Cristianità. Quando divenne sempre più evidente che la tempesta era destinata a scaricarsi su Cipro, il vecchio inquisitore divenuto pontefice, persecutore accanito di ebrei ed eretici, volle affrettare i tempi." È la primavera del 1570.

Trees are marvels of nature, still-standing giants of extraordinary longevity. In a beautifully sequence of essays, anecdotes and profiles of Britain's best-loved species (from yew to scots pine), Max Adams explores both the amazing biology of trees and humanity's relationship with wood and forest across the centuries.

California now has more trees than at any time since the late Pleistocene. This green landscape, however, is not the work of nature. It’s the work of history. In the years after the Gold Rush, American settlers remade the California landscape, harnessing nature to their vision of the good life. Horticulturists, boosters, and civic reformers began to "improve" the bare, brown countryside, planting millions of trees to create groves, wooded suburbs, and landscaped cities.

Published in 1690, Treatise on Light stands as one of the most significant scientific volumes on light prior to Newtons Opticks. This groundbreaking work delves into the nature of light, exploring its velocity and the fascinating phenomena of refraction and reflection when it interacts with surfaces. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to the intriguing double refraction observed in Iceland crystal, with all conclusions meticulously supported by geometric proofs. Christiaan Huygens (1629 - 1695), a distinguished physicist and astronomer, made remarkable contributions, including the ...

The ultimate photographic collection of the most historic trees on the planet. Uncover remarkable trees from around the world, many of which have borne witness to key moments in history or reached a scale and age that have allowed them to become a part of history themselves. “[A] rich history...

From the outside, it looks easy to explain. Rain. Trees. Coffee. A few volcanoes. People in fleece jackets who pretend they are not staring at the mountains even though they absolutely are. But that version of Washington leaves out nearly everything that matters. This is a history of a place built on contradiction. Rain forests and deserts. Ports and wheat fields. Counterculture coffee shops and irrigation canals. Fierce environmental protection alongside relentless industrial ambition. A state that argues constantly with itself and somehow survives stronger for it.

The history and use of New Zealand's native plants A guide and gift book in equal measure, this treasure of a book pays homage to New Zealand's native plant species. The Meaning of Trees tells the story of plants and people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Beautifully illustrated with botanical drawings...

The Trees are all Young on Garrison Hill is written and read by a veteran of the Second World War battle of Kohima. This tautly-written autobiography takes the listener on a journey from a quiet respectable Scottish boyhood to the sudden brutality of jungle warfare in Assam and Burma, and afterwards through the twilight of Empire in India, where Gordon Graham lived for 10 years after the war.

Tre giorni, tre punti di svolta in cui simbolicamente si compendia la storia politica italiana del Novecento: il 28 ottobre 1922 con la marcia su Roma, il 18 aprile 1948 con la vittoria della Democrazia cristiana sul Fronte delle sinistre; il 27 marzo 1994 con la sorprendente vittoria elettorale di Silvio Berlusconi e della sua inedita alleanza col Msi e la Lega. Con l'intelligenza tagliente che gli è propria, Galli della Loggia rilegge questi tre momenti individuando il perché di quelle svolte, e redistribuendo volta per volta in maniera non scontata meriti e responsabilità.

Dive into the enchanting world of Under the Greenwood Tree, subtitled The Mellstock Quire A Rural Painting of the Dutch School. This charming novel centers around Dick Dewy, a young man smitten with the new schoolmistress, Fancy Day. As we follow their budding romance, we also witness the tension between the traditional musicians of the Quire and the progressive local vicar, Parson Maybold, who introduces a church organ that challenges age-old customs. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, Hardy paints a vivid picture of a community grappling with change and the impact of technology ...

The Healing Tree celebrates the forest: its powers, spirits, magic, medicine, and mysteries. Author Stephanie Rose Bird shares how trees have provided her with personal healing, then allows us to share in that process for our own benefit and, by extension, provide healing for Earth's beleaguered forests.

Birds and All Nature was a cherished monthly publication by the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago, offering a delightful collection of short poems and vivid descriptions of the natural world, including birds, animals, and more, all beautifully illustrated with color plates. Published from 1897 to 1907 under various titles such as Birds, Birds and all Nature, Nature and Art, and Birds and Nature, this magazine serves as a soothing auditory experience for all nature enthusiasts. As Milton eloquently stated, In those vernal seasons of the year, when the air is calm and pleasant, it were ...

Birds and Nature was a captivating monthly magazine published by the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago from 1897 to 1907. Filled with enchanting poems, engaging anecdotes, and informative descriptions of birds, animals, and the natural world, it featured stunning color plates that brought these subjects to life. Over the years, it was known by several titles, including Birds, Birds and all Nature, Nature and Art, and Birds and Nature. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer

Dive into the fascinating world of whales with A Book of Whales, a captivating natural history designed for the curious layman. Join A. Gramour as he unravels the mysteries of these majestic creatures, making their stories accessible and engaging for everyone.

A mesmerizing odyssey through an unforgiving landscape, and the rich history it reveals. What does it mean to explore and confront the unknown? Beyond the Trees recounts Adam Shoalts's epic, never-before-attempted solo crossing of Canada's mainland Arctic in a single season. It's also a...

Looking out from Moon Cottage, Susan Hill records the sights and smells, the people, gardens, animals, births, festivals and deaths that mark the changing seasons in the small Oxfordshire community.