Nature/Gardening/Animals
Explore the beauty of the natural world with a rich collection of books focusing on nature, gardening, and animals. Discover insightful guides on cultivating your garden, detailed studies of diverse animal species, and engaging narratives that celebrate the wonders of nature. Whether you're nurturing a green thumb or seeking to learn more about wildlife, these books offer valuable information for enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Embrace the joy and knowledge of nature's vast landscape with these accessible reads.
A New Extinct Emydid Turtle from the Lower Pliocene of Oklahoma
Journey back in time to witness the unveiling of a long-lost turtle species, its fossilized remains offering clues to its unique characteristics and ancient lineage.
By Edwin C. (Edwin Carter) Galbreath
The Common Objects of the Country
Embark on a journey through the British countryside, where you'll uncover hidden wonders and gain an appreciation for the often-overlooked beauty of the natural world.
By J. G. (John George) Wood
Ferns of Hawaii National Park
Discover the hidden beauty and ecological importance of Hawaii National Park's ferns, from towering tree ferns to unique species adapted to volcanic landscapes.
By Douglass H. Hubbard
Maximilian, Prince of Wied's, Travels in the Interior of North America, 1832-1834, part 2
Venture into the early 1800s and explore untamed America, discovering the lives and customs of indigenous tribes amidst vast landscapes and bustling forts.
By Maximilian Wied
Hints on Mountain-Lion Trapping
Armed with trained hounds and strategic trap placements, stockmen and game protectors learn how to manage the mountain lion population to protect their livestock and surrounding wildlife.
By Stanley Paul Young
The useful trees of northern Nigeria
Discover the names and purpose around the diverse forest with hand-drawn depictions of native flora.
By Hugh Vandervaes Lely
The Vegetable Garden: What, When, and How to Plant
Discover the secrets to a flourishing, money-saving garden with expert advice on growing your own delicious and nutritious vegetables.
By Anonymous
Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers
Enter the enchanting realm of nature where cunning squirrels and nimble chipmunks reveal their secrets in a celebration of wildlife.
By John Burroughs
Domestic Animals History and description of the horse, mule, cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and farm dogs; with directions for their management, breeding, crossing, rearing, feeding, and preparation for a profitable market; also their diseases and remedies. Together with full directions for the management of the dairy.
Discover how to make your farm animals thrive, from understanding their origins to mastering the art of breeding for a bountiful harvest.
By Richard Lamb Allen
The Story of the Hills: A Book About Mountains for General Readers.
** Explore how towering peaks have gone from feared places to symbols of inspiration, shaping both the earth and human history in remarkable ways.
By H. N. (Henry Neville) Hutchinson
The Honey-Bee: Its Natural History, Physiology and Management
Discover the secrets of the hive, where a queen rules, workers toil, and drones dream, all within a delicate balance of nature and history.
By Edward Bevan
Ducks and Geese: Standard Breeds and Management
Discover the secrets to successfully raising ducks and geese, from selecting the perfect breed to mastering the art of their care and breeding.
By George E. (George Ellsworth) Howard
Uncle Robert's Geography (Uncle Robert's Visit, V.3)
Three children are taught about their world when their Uncle comes to visit and leads them through experiments on their family farm.
By Francis W. (Francis Wayland) Parker
Tropical Fish Handbook Tenth Edition, 1953
Embark on a journey into the captivating world of caring for aquatic life, from setting up your first tank to breeding exotic species of fish.
By Guenther-Lothar Schott
Mother Bunny and her flowers
"Mother Bunny and her flowers" by Laura Rountree Smith is a charming children's book written in the early 20th century. This delightful story revolves...
By Laura Rountree Smith
The Mountains of California
Witness the stunning Sierra Nevada through the eyes of a naturalist, as he captures the mountains' majestic landscapes and inspires a profound connection with the wilderness.
By John Muir
Pipistrellus cinnamomeus Miller 1902 Referred to the Genus Myotis
Unlock the secrets of a tiny winged creature as scientists debate its true identity, fighting to reclassify it among its kind.
By E. Raymond (Eugene Raymond) Hall
Wayside and Woodland Blossoms A Pocket Guide to British Wild-flowers for the Country Rambler
Discover the beauty of British wildflowers with this easy-to-use guide, perfect for nature lovers of all skill levels wanting to learn more about the United Kingdom's natural wonders.
By Edward Step
Growing Nuts in the North A Personal Story of the Author's Experience of 33 Years with Nut Culture in Minnesota and Wisconsin
From childhood memories to decades of hands-on experience, discover how one man conquered the odds to successfully grow nuts where others thought it impossible.
By Carl Weschcke
Complete Treatise on the mare and foal at the time of delivery, with illustrations. Also on cows and calves, with stallion and mare, when diseased by Gonorrhea (clap) or Pox, also Diarrhea and Costiveness in Colts.
Navigate the challenging world of 19th-century animal husbandry with a guide that provides detailed instructions and remedies for complicated births, diseases, and general health issues in mares, foals, cows, and calves.
By Conrad Mitchell