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Wild Galloway

From the hilltops to the Solway, a portrait of a glen

by Ian Carter ...

This is a personal, reflective account of Galloway’s wildlife based on life in a uniquely varied and diverse glen, tucked away between high, heather-clad hills and the shore of the Solway. It includes the author’s reflections on the importance of wild places, based on a lifetime of experience as a naturalist and conservationist. Ian Carter expresses a desire for more wildness, and living in a ... Read more

$15.19 CAD

This is a personal, reflective account of Galloway’s wildlife based on life in a uniquely varied and diverse glen, tucked away between high, heather-clad hills and the shore of the Solway. It includes the author’s reflections on the importance of wild places, based on a lifetime of experience as a naturalist and conservationist. Ian Carter expresses a desire for more wildness, and living in a
... Read more
A Galloway Year

Impressions of a naturalist and an artist

by Ian Carter, Karen Menarry ...

A Galloway Year by Ian Carter and Karen Menarry is a beautifully illustrated celebration of the wildlife, landscapes and changing seasons of Galloway in south-west Scotland. Blending evocative nature writing with stunning original artwork, the book explores Galloway’s ancient forests, silver lochs, rugged coastline, rolling farmland, heather-covered hills and the vast Solway shore. Perfect for ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

A Galloway Year by Ian Carter and Karen Menarry is a beautifully illustrated celebration of the wildlife, landscapes and changing seasons of Galloway in south-west Scotland. Blending evocative nature writing with stunning original artwork, the book explores Galloway’s ancient forests, silver lochs, rugged coastline, rolling farmland, heather-covered hills and the vast Solway shore. Perfect for
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Rhythms of Nature

Wildlife and Wild Places Between the Moors

by Ian Carter ...

Time outdoors is always well spent. It raises the spirits, sparks the imagination and, as research increasingly shows, measurably improves our physical and mental wellbeing. Rhythms of Nature celebrates this fundamental relationship with the natural world, and considers some ways we might rediscover it.After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low ... Read more

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Time outdoors is always well spent. It raises the spirits, sparks the imagination and, as research increasingly shows, measurably improves our physical and mental wellbeing. Rhythms of Nature celebrates this fundamental relationship with the natural world, and considers some ways we might rediscover it.After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low
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The Hen Harrier's Year

by Ian Carter ...

Most British birds of prey have largely recovered from historical persecution, but the beleaguered Hen Harrier is still struggling and remains far less common than it should be. This is a particular shame, because it is one of our most inspiring raptors. Spectacular sky-dancing displays and balletic food passes from male to female brighten up the moors in summer. And in winter, communal roosts in ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

Most British birds of prey have largely recovered from historical persecution, but the beleaguered Hen Harrier is still struggling and remains far less common than it should be. This is a particular shame, because it is one of our most inspiring raptors. Spectacular sky-dancing displays and balletic food passes from male to female brighten up the moors in summer. And in winter, communal roosts in
... Read more
Human, Nature

A Naturalist’s Thoughts on Wildlife and Wild Places

by Ian Carter ...

What does it mean to be a part of—rather than apart from—nature? This book is about how we interact with wildlife and the ways in which this can make our lives richer and more fulfilling. But it also explores the conflicts and contradictions inevitable in a world that is now so completely dominated by our own species.Interest in wildlife and wild places, and their profound effects on human ... Read more

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What does it mean to be a part of—rather than apart from—nature? This book is about how we interact with wildlife and the ways in which this can make our lives richer and more fulfilling. But it also explores the conflicts and contradictions inevitable in a world that is now so completely dominated by our own species.Interest in wildlife and wild places, and their profound effects on human
... Read more

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Rhythms of Nature

Wildlife and Wild Places Between the Moors

by Ian Carter ...

Unabridged

5 hours 9 min

Time outdoors is always well spent. It raises the spirits, sparks the imagination and, as research increasingly shows, measurably improves our physical and mental wellbeing. Rhythms of Nature celebrates this fundamental relationship with the natural world, and considers some ways we might rediscover it.After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

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Time outdoors is always well spent. It raises the spirits, sparks the imagination and, as research increasingly shows, measurably improves our physical and mental wellbeing. Rhythms of Nature celebrates this fundamental relationship with the natural world, and considers some ways we might rediscover it.After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low
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The Red Kite’s Year

by Ian Carter ...

Series series Pelagic Monographs
'thoroughly recommended' —Country-side magazineThe Red Kite (Milvus milvus) – one of our most elegant and impressive birds of prey – has a varied and dramatic history in Britain. Having been driven perilously close to extinction, it has now made a welcome comeback, in part through one of the most successful reintroduction projects ever undertaken. This beautifully illustrated book follows the ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

'thoroughly recommended' —Country-side magazineThe Red Kite (Milvus milvus) – one of our most elegant and impressive birds of prey – has a varied and dramatic history in Britain. Having been driven perilously close to extinction, it has now made a welcome comeback, in part through one of the most successful reintroduction projects ever undertaken. This beautifully illustrated book follows the
... Read more
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Human, Nature

A Naturalist’s Thoughts on Wildlife and Wild Places

by Ian Carter ...

Unabridged

4 hours 58 min

What does it mean to be a part of—rather than apart from—nature? This book is about how we interact with wildlife and the ways in which this can make our lives richer and more fulfilling. But it also explores the conflicts and contradictions inevitable in a world that is now so completely dominated by our own species.Interest in wildlife and wild places, and their profound effects on human ... Read more

$30.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

What does it mean to be a part of—rather than apart from—nature? This book is about how we interact with wildlife and the ways in which this can make our lives richer and more fulfilling. But it also explores the conflicts and contradictions inevitable in a world that is now so completely dominated by our own species.Interest in wildlife and wild places, and their profound effects on human
... Read more

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Ancient Cultures of Conceit

British University Fiction in the Post-War Years

by Ian Carter ...

Series series Routledge Library Editions: Modern Fiction
The campus novel is one of the best loved forms of fiction in the post-war period. But what are its characteristic themes? What are its prejudices? And what does it take for granted?Originally published in 1990, this is the first study to connect literary, historical, and sociological aspects of modern British universities. It shows that the culture celebrated in British university fiction ... Read more

$76.94 CAD

The campus novel is one of the best loved forms of fiction in the post-war period. But what are its characteristic themes? What are its prejudices? And what does it take for granted?Originally published in 1990, this is the first study to connect literary, historical, and sociological aspects of modern British universities. It shows that the culture celebrated in British university fiction
... Read more
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Mysterious Druids of Ancient Britain, The

Uncovering the Secrets of Their Rituals, Knowledge, and Lost Influence

by Ian Carter ...

Narrated by Ian Carter ...

Unabridged

3 hours 21 min

For centuries, the Druids have fascinated historians and mystics alike. Were they wise scholars, powerful sorcerers, or secretive rebels against Rome? Their influence shaped early Britain, yet much of their knowledge has been lost to time.This audiobook uncovers the rituals, beliefs, and legacy of the Druids, separating myth from reality. Explore their connection to nature, role in ancient Celtic ... Read more

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For centuries, the Druids have fascinated historians and mystics alike. Were they wise scholars, powerful sorcerers, or secretive rebels against Rome? Their influence shaped early Britain, yet much of their knowledge has been lost to time.This audiobook uncovers the rituals, beliefs, and legacy of the Druids, separating myth from reality. Explore their connection to nature, role in ancient Celtic
... Read more
Structuring Your Research Thesis

by Susan Carter, Frances Kelly, Ian Brailsford ...

Series series Bloomsbury Research Skills
Written in a lively and engaging style, this concise text helps students of all disciplines to structure their thesis in a clear, coherent and persuasive manner. It focuses on three core aspects of thesis structure and gives readers helpful guidance on ordering their ideas, making effective use of emphasis and achieving coherence in their writing. Enriched with insights from students and examiners ... Read more

$37.99 CAD

Written in a lively and engaging style, this concise text helps students of all disciplines to structure their thesis in a clear, coherent and persuasive manner. It focuses on three core aspects of thesis structure and gives readers helpful guidance on ordering their ideas, making effective use of emphasis and achieving coherence in their writing. Enriched with insights from students and examiners
... Read more
The Roman History

The Reign of Augustus

by Cassius Dio ...

Translated by Ian Scott-Kilvert ...

Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of Rome (27 BC-AD 14), brought peace and prosperity to his city after decades of savage civil war. This selection from Cassius Dio's Roman History gives the fullest description of that long struggle and ultimate triumph - detailing the brutal battles and political feuds that led to the collapse of Rome's 400-year-old republic, and Augustus' subsequent reign as ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of Rome (27 BC-AD 14), brought peace and prosperity to his city after decades of savage civil war. This selection from Cassius Dio's Roman History gives the fullest description of that long struggle and ultimate triumph - detailing the brutal battles and political feuds that led to the collapse of Rome's 400-year-old republic, and Augustus' subsequent reign as
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