Control Nature

The Control of Nature is John McPhee's bestselling account of places where people are locked in combat with nature. Taking us deep into these contested territories, McPhee details the strategies and tactics through which people attempt to control nature. Most striking is his depiction of the main contestants: nature in complex and awesome guises, and those attempting to wrest control from her—stubborn, sometimes foolhardy, more often ingenious, and always arresting characters.

When 25-year-old Harry Walker was killed by a bear in Yellowstone Park in 1972, the civil trial prompted by his death became a proxy for bigger questions about American wilderness management that had been boiling for a century. At immediate issue was whether the Park Service should have done more to keep bears away from humans, but what was revealed as the trial unfolded was just how fruitless our efforts to regulate nature in the parks had always been.

Nature is complex, elegant, and infinite in its wisdom. Farmers who are truly successful learn nature's many facets and her intricate dance; they crack the code of how to honor and feed this boundless natural system while coaxing the production needed for the survival of a modern farm. Natural product formulator and farm consultant Jerry Brunetti wraps together a lifetime of learning and his uncanny observations in this fascinating volume on the interconnected dynamics in place on a farm -- the farm's geology, biology, and diversity of life forms. Learn to look at -- and manage -- your farm...

From a New York Times bestselling author, a wildlife ecology expert and environmental advocate provides readers with the next step in their ecological journey. In How Can I Help?, Tallamy tackles the questions commonly asked at his popular lectures and shares compelling and actionable answers...

This 25th anniversary edition, updated by the author, reveals the miraculous communication systems present in nature. Learn how plants and insects communicate through emissions in the infrared frequency range and why poisonous pesticides do not solve the real problems facing agriculture. In this breakthrough book Phil Callahan uncovers why certain insects are attracted only to certain plants, the role of pheromones' work in nature, and how plants under stress literally signal insects to come devour them. Long out of print . . . classic Callahan!

WHAT IF EVERYTHING THE CHURCH TAUGHT YOU WAS AN ARCHONIC SOFTWARE PATCH? What if the universe is not a creation… but a controlled system? What if religion, fear, hierarchy, and even salvation itself were not divine truths, but layers of code written to keep humanity trapped inside an extraction grid? Have you ever felt that modern spirituality is too transactional—a constant feedback loop of dogma, ritual, and a paralyzing fear of a sadistic creator? You are not alone. And the answers might be ancient, encrypted, and terrifying. Quantum Gnosticism blows the lid off a 2,000-year-old ...

Two leading behavioral scientists argue we should reject “nudge” policies and stop blaming personal failure for society’s failures "Excellent. A master class on how to blend individual psychology with institutions, so that people are encouraged to get involved and develop solutions to our...

A New York Times bestseller, Emotional Freedom is a road map for those who are stressed out, discouraged, or overwhelmed as well as for those who are in a good emotional place but want to feel even better. Picture yourself trapped in a traffic jam feeling utterly calm. Imagine being unflappable...

'Francesca Tighinean demystifies magnetism, transforming what looks like an innate gift into a set of skills anyone can learn.' - ROBERT GREENE 'Practical, insightful and grounded in psychology, this is a powerful guide to becoming more confident in who you are and more connected to the people...

An acclaimed historian of science uncovers the hidden history of brainwashing—and its troubling implications for today. Because brainwashing affects both the world and our observation of the world, we often don’t recognize it while it’s happening—unless we know where to look. As Rebecca...

Dive into the tranquil sounds of the ocean with Relaxing Ocean Music, an auditory journey designed to transport you to serene beaches, majestic coastlines, and the heart of the vast, open sea. Each of the 11 expertly curated tracks offers a unique and immersive listening experience, from the soft murmur of waves lapping at the shore to the dramatic crescendos of ocean swells. Ranging from 11 to 60 minutes, each track is perfectly timed to accompany different moments of your day, whether you're in need of a brief respite or a prolonged retreat into the ocean's embrace.

I believe you. I hear you. I see you. And I'm here to help you find your power to heal and thrive, not just survive. Somatic trauma therapist and positive psychology coach Caroline Strawson wants to show you that your past is not your life sentence. No matter what’s happened in your life, you...

Misbehaving never felt so right. When my mother drops me off at a summer camp for wayward adults, I can't believe it. I'm 23 years old and determined to get kicked out... until I set my sights on Cameron, the yummiest counselor I've ever seen. Suddenly, the camp doesn't seem so bad. I'm going to make the most of my time here and convince Cameron to give me some very personal attention, even if he claims he doesn't get involved with campers. But Cameron is set on taming my rebellious streak. His stern commands and smoldering gazes only make me want to act out more, to feel his skilled hands ...

“Mine” is one of the first words babies learn, and by the time we grow up, the idea of ownership seems natural, whether we are buying a cup of coffee or a house. But who controls the space behind your airplane seat: you, reclining, or the squished laptop user behind you? Why is plagiarism...

A prescriptive guide to restoring cognitive calm, based on Amen Clinics chief psychiatrist Dr. Joseph Annibali’s three decades of treating patients who suffer from overloaded, overstimulated brains. Dr. Joseph Annibali has treated thousands of people with overloaded, overstimulated brains...

Searching for a roadmap to raise a successful child who makes a positive difference in this world? Neuroscientist and mother Erin Clabough teaches that to thrive as adults, children need to learn self-regulation, a master life skill founded in empathy, creativity, and self-control. The lack of even one of these intertwined skills underlies nearly all of the parenting problems we face.

In her new book, Radical Surrender, Anna Lembke—Stanford professor, physician, and New York Times bestselling author of Dopamine Nation, with more than 1.5 million copies sold—offers readers inspiring stories and transformative tools for letting go in a world engineered for certainty and...

What if the fastest way to understand a person was not by what they say, but by what they do every day? In a world filled with polished resumes, persuasive words, and carefully crafted public images, it has become increasingly difficult to recognize genuine character. Yet the most reliable signals of discipline, awareness, and personal responsibility are often hidden in plain sight—within the small habits people repeat every day. One of the clearest signals appears during one of the most ordinary human activities: how we eat. In Watch How They Eat, Di Tran explores a powerful idea: The ...

Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions. Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question “why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?”

Discipline is not merely something you practice. It is something you can learn to see everywhere. It is hidden in the roots that deepen before the storm, the lighthouse that keeps shining without applause, the blade sharpened before it is needed, and the promise kept long after the feeling that created it has disappeared. The Discipline Tales contains 88 timeless stories inspired by nature, pressure, craftsmanship, relationships, responsibility, and everyday life. Each tale places discipline inside a complete and memorable story without reducing its meaning to an obvious lecture afterward. ...