Cultural Animal

Prime Arctic predator and nomad of the sea ice and tundra, the polar bear endures as a source of wonder, terror, and fascination. Humans have seen it as spirit guide and fanged enemy, as trade good and moral metaphor, as food source and symbol of ecological crisis. Eight thousand years of artifacts attest to its charisma, and to the fraught relationships between our two species. Ice Bear traces and illuminates this intertwined history.

From veteran entertainment reporter Sam Kashner and biographer Nancy Schoenberger comes the definitive account of the greatest Hollywood love story ever told—the romance of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Kashner has interviewed Elizabeth Taylor numerous times and is the only journalist...

Inspired by Wondery’s hit podcast Against the Odds—learn how to survive whatever nature can throw at you through gut-twisting true stories of survival on the brink How to Survive Against the Odds places you at the center of fifteen real life-or-death scenarios. Each story explores the...

Have you suffered a loss? How was your life changed by the grief you experienced? Did you feel like your grief was properly acknowledged? Mourning is a personal experience and shouldn't be judged. There are no do-overs in death, but there are do-betters. All My Dead Cats is not a book about pet...

How did human minds become so different from those of other animals? What accounts for our capacity to understand the way the physical world works, to think ourselves into the minds of others, to gossip, read, tell stories about the past, and imagine the future? These questions are not new: they have been debated by philosophers, psychologists, anthropologists, evolutionists, and neurobiologists over the course of centuries. One explanation widely accepted today is that humans have special cognitive instincts.

★★ If you love clean and wholesome inspirational holiday romances, don’t miss out. These sweet, small-town stories are filled with delightful, captivating characters. Their perseverance and faith in God will warm your heart and rekindle your belief in love, Happily-Ever-After, and Christmas. ★★ From USA Today bestselling author Josie Riviera comes a contemporary Christian Romance Christmas collection. These sweet stories, where God is at the center, brim with love and laughter. This collection includes the following books: A CHRISTMAS TO CHERISH There’s nothing a Christmas kiss ...

Horses and humans share an ancient, complex relationship. Once our most indispensable companions, horses were for millennia essential in helping build our cities, farms, and industries. But during the 20th century, in an increasingly mechanized society, they began to disappear from human history. In this esoteric and rich tribute, award-winning historian Ulrich Raulff chronicles the dramatic story of this most spectacular creature, thoroughly examining how they've been muses and brothers in arms, neglected and sacrificed in war yet memorialized in paintings, sculpture, and novels.

Sometimes we throw things away when we no longer want or need them. But what if they’re still good? A man named Nelson Molina wondered about this and did something about it. As a sanitation worker in New York City, Nelson saved more than forty-five thousand items from his garbage truck, including toys, musical instruments, and thingamajigs. He gave them new life and shared them with others at the Treasures in the Trash Museum.

Discover an enthralling journey through time and imagination with "Narratives in Stone," where the enduring art of Inuit carving becomes a gateway to the soul of the Arctic. This captivating eBook delves into the rich tapestry of Inuit culture, revealing a world where every chisel stroke and polished curve tells a profound story rooted in centuries of tradition. Embark on a voyage through 20 absorbing chapters, starting from an enlightening exploration of the essence and history of Inuit sculptural art. Traverse a path that leads you to the heart of Inuit society and the revered role of the...

Join Ellie the Elephant and Max the Monkey in the heartwarming and vibrant tale of "National Burrito Day Adventures," a delightful eBook that celebrates friendship, community, and the joys of sharing food. On the special occasion of National Burrito Day, the small town of Tasteville comes alive with color, laughter, and an array of delicious burritos that will tantalize your taste buds. Ellie, experiencing her first National Burrito Day, and her best friend Max, embark on a culinary adventure in the local park where the townsfolk gather to share their unique and tasty burrito creations. ...

Zoo Day Surprises: Learning New Words and Making New Friends A heartwarming children's story that teaches cultural awareness, language diversity, and wildlife conservation through an exciting adventure! Join curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic eight-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on a magical zoo trip celebrating three special occasions all on May 3rd: World Portuguese Language Day: Children will learn basic Portuguese words and discover the importance of language diversity as they meet Maya's cousin Lucia, who recently moved from Portugal. International Wild ...

La Historia de un Gatico todo bondad, amor, un buen libro para niños, un cuento corto de gatos donde el amor de mama gata se refleja por encima de todo.