Tantalus and the Pelican

Tantalus and the Pelican

Author: Nicholas Buxton

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2009-03-20

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 1847061117

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"In this book, Nicholas Buxton explores the principles and paradoxes of the spiritual life, combining a lively and informative discussion of the Christian monastic tradition with the remarkable story of his own personal journey." --Book Jacket.


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Download or read book Tantalus and the Pelican written by Nicholas Buxton and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2009-03-20 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In this book, Nicholas Buxton explores the principles and paradoxes of the spiritual life, combining a lively and informative discussion of the Christian monastic tradition with the remarkable story of his own personal journey." --Book Jacket.


The Travels of William Bartram

The Travels of William Bartram

Author: William Bartram

Publisher: University of Georgia Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 826

ISBN-13: 0820320277

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In 1773, naturalist and writer William Bartram set out from Philadelphia on a four-year journey ranging from the Carolinas to Florida and Mississippi. Combining precise and detailed scientific observations with a profound appreciation of nature, he produced a written account of his journey that would later influence both scientists and poets. 31 photos. 12 illustrations. 4 maps.


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Download or read book The Travels of William Bartram written by William Bartram and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 826 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1773, naturalist and writer William Bartram set out from Philadelphia on a four-year journey ranging from the Carolinas to Florida and Mississippi. Combining precise and detailed scientific observations with a profound appreciation of nature, he produced a written account of his journey that would later influence both scientists and poets. 31 photos. 12 illustrations. 4 maps.


Biologia Centrali-americana ...

Biologia Centrali-americana ...

Author: Frederick Du Cane Godman

Publisher:

Published: 1904

Total Pages: 526

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book Biologia Centrali-americana ... written by Frederick Du Cane Godman and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:


Biologia Centrali-americana. Aves

Biologia Centrali-americana. Aves

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Publisher:

Published: 1904

Total Pages: 526

ISBN-13:

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Pelican

Pelican

Author: Barbara Allen

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Published: 2019-07-15

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1789141176

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With its distinctive, comical walk, large bill, and association with the conservation movement, the pelican has attained iconic status. But as Barbara Allen reveals, this graceful skimmer of ocean waves has a checkered history. Originally classed as “unclean” in the King James Bible, the legend of the compassionate pelican was later appropriated by Christianity to symbolize Christ’s sacrifice. This majestic bird, gifted to British royalty in 1664, has been celebrated in art and literature, from Shakespeare’s King Lear to the writing of Edward Lear, and is the holder of three Guinness World Records. The pelican’s anatomy has been copied for paper plane construction, aircraft design, and in 3D imaging, and its resilience is as remarkable as its make-up: the pelican has rallied against threats of extinction, habitat destruction, and environmental disasters such as the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. A must-read book for all bird enthusiasts, Barbara Allen’s Pelican weaves together wildlife trivia, historical tales, and the latest research to provide an engaging, many-feathered account of this emblematic bird.


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Download or read book Pelican written by Barbara Allen and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2019-07-15 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its distinctive, comical walk, large bill, and association with the conservation movement, the pelican has attained iconic status. But as Barbara Allen reveals, this graceful skimmer of ocean waves has a checkered history. Originally classed as “unclean” in the King James Bible, the legend of the compassionate pelican was later appropriated by Christianity to symbolize Christ’s sacrifice. This majestic bird, gifted to British royalty in 1664, has been celebrated in art and literature, from Shakespeare’s King Lear to the writing of Edward Lear, and is the holder of three Guinness World Records. The pelican’s anatomy has been copied for paper plane construction, aircraft design, and in 3D imaging, and its resilience is as remarkable as its make-up: the pelican has rallied against threats of extinction, habitat destruction, and environmental disasters such as the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. A must-read book for all bird enthusiasts, Barbara Allen’s Pelican weaves together wildlife trivia, historical tales, and the latest research to provide an engaging, many-feathered account of this emblematic bird.


The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds

The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds

Author: Allan Octavian Hume

Publisher:

Published: 1890

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds written by Allan Octavian Hume and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:


Travels Through North and South Carolina

Travels Through North and South Carolina

Author: William Bartram

Publisher:

Published: 1792

Total Pages: 582

ISBN-13:

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Travels through North and South Carolina, Georgia, East and West Florida, etc. [With plates and a map.]

Travels through North and South Carolina, Georgia, East and West Florida, etc. [With plates and a map.]

Author: William Bartram

Publisher:

Published: 1793

Total Pages: 586

ISBN-13:

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The Travels of William Bartram

The Travels of William Bartram

Author: William Bartram

Publisher:

Published: 1928

Total Pages: 426

ISBN-13:

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Annals & Magazine of Natural History

Annals & Magazine of Natural History

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Published: 1856

Total Pages: 582

ISBN-13:

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