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The Boiling River

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Author : Andrés Ruzo
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2016-02-16

The Boiling River written by Andrés Ruzo and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-02-16 with Biography & Autobiography categories.

In this exciting adventure mixed with amazing scientific study, a young, exuberant explorer and geoscientist journeys deep into the Amazon—where rivers boil and legends come to life. When Andrés Ruzo was just a small boy in Peru, his grandfather told him the story of a mysterious legend: There is a river, deep in the Amazon, which boils as if a fire burns below it. Twelve years later, Ruzo—now a geoscientist—hears his aunt mention that she herself had visited this strange river. Determined to discover if the boiling river is real, Ruzo sets out on a journey deep into the Amazon. What he finds astounds him: In this long, wide, and winding river, the waters run so hot that locals brew tea in them; small animals that fall in are instantly cooked. As he studies the river, Ruzo faces challenges more complex than he had ever imaged. The Boiling River follows this young explorer as he navigates a tangle of competing interests—local shamans, illegal cattle farmers and loggers, and oil companies. This true account reads like a modern-day adventure, complete with extraordinary characters, captivating plot twists, and jaw-dropping details—including stunning photographs and a never-before-published account about this incredible natural wonder. Ultimately, though, The Boiling River is about a man trying to understand the moral obligation that comes with scientific discovery —to protect a sacred site from misuse, neglect, and even from his own discovery.

Island Rivers

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Author : John R. Wagner
language : en
Publisher: ANU Press
Release Date : 2018-06-19

Island Rivers written by John R. Wagner and has been published by ANU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-19 with Social Science categories.

Anthropologists have written a great deal about the coastal adaptations and seafaring traditions of Pacific Islanders, but have had much less to say about the significance of rivers for Pacific island culture, livelihood and identity. The authors of this collection seek to fill that gap in the ethnographic record by drawing attention to the deep historical attachments of island communities to rivers, and the ways in which those attachments are changing in response to various forms of economic development and social change. In addition to making a unique contribution to Pacific island ethnography, the authors of this volume speak to a global set of issues of immense importance to a world in which water scarcity, conflict, pollution and the degradation of riparian environments afflict growing numbers of people. Several authors take a political ecology approach to their topic, but the emphasis here is less on hydro-politics than on the cultural meaning of rivers to the communities we describe. How has the cultural significance of rivers shifted as a result of colonisation, development and nation-building? How do people whose identities are fundamentally rooted in their relationship to a particular river renegotiate that relationship when the river is dammed to generate hydro-power or polluted by mining activities? How do blockages in the flow of rivers and underground springs interrupt the intergenerational transmission of local ecological knowledge and hence the ability of local communities to construct collective identities rooted in a sense of place?

Boil Line

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Author : M. J. McIsaac
language : en
Publisher: Orca Sports
Release Date : 2019

Boil Line written by M. J. McIsaac and has been published by Orca Sports this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Juvenile Fiction categories.

In this high-interest novel for young readers, Nate investigates the death of a river-kayaking guide.

A River Out Of Eden

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Author : John Hockenberry
language : en
Publisher: Anchor
Release Date : 2002-07-09

A River Out Of Eden written by John Hockenberry and has been published by Anchor this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-07-09 with Fiction categories.

On a night of torrential rain, a warrior appears near the Colombia River, where the Chinook people thrived before the hydroelectric dams came and changed their entire way of life. He has come to reclaim the river, to return it to its original majesty. Soon after, government employees are found murdered with elaborate harpoons. As the body count grows, Francine Smohalla, a government marine biologist of Chinook and white descent, embarks on her own investigation of the bizarre murders. As she desperately tries to find the killer and prevent any other murders, she finds herself spinning in the convergence of ethnic hatreds between Indians and whites, an unlikely relationship with a kindred spirit whose troubled life has led him to contemplate terrorism and apocalypse, an ancient prophecy about the return of her beloved salmon, and the giant dams on the Columbia that loom large and as seemingly immovable as the mountains themselves. A River Out of Eden is a gripping literary thriller straight from today’s headlines set against the uniquely American contradictions of the Pacific Northwest.

This Bright River

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Author : Patrick Somerville
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2012-06-26

This Bright River written by Patrick Somerville and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-26 with Fiction categories.

From a writer and producer of HBO's acclaimed apocalyptic drama series The Leftovers comes a compelling story of young love and old secrets. Ben Hanson's aimless life has bottomed out after a series of bad decisions, but an unexpected offer from his father draws him home to Wisconsin. There, he finds his family fractured, still reeling from his cousin's mysterious death a decade earlier. Lauren Sheehan abandoned her career in medicine after a series of violent events abroad. Now she's back in the safest place she knows -- the same small Wisconsin town where she and Ben grew up -- hiding from a world that has only brought her heartache. As Lauren cautiously expands her horizons and Ben tries to unravel his family's dark secrets, their paths intersect. Could each be exactly what the other needs? A compelling family drama and a surprising love story, This Bright River is the work of a natural storyteller, one whose dark humor and piercing intelligence provide constant, lasting delights.

Angels Along The River

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Author : E. M Lahr
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2011-08-05

Angels Along The River written by E. M Lahr and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-08-05 with Biography & Autobiography categories.

Courageous Women * Supportive Men * Helpful Angels Angels Along the River is an inspirational story of hope, fear, joy and accomplishment that is a testament to the incredible tenacity and spirit of ordinary people everywhere. When Eleanor Lahr read Follow the River, a novel based upon the true experiences of Mary Draper Ingles, it changed her life. Mary was captured in 1755 by Shawnee Indians and carried 500 miles from her home. Eleanor felt inexplicably compelled to retrace Marys escape route. With little previous experience in the great outdoors, but with plucky courage, she planned and trained extensively. Sometimes alone and sometimes with strangers, she hiked for 43 days along the Ohio, Kanawha, and New Rivers. Misunderstandings and ingrained prejudice challenged the band of walkers as much as Mother Nature; however, angels in everyday clothes helped them overcome their personal limitations, bloody blisters, broken bones, and life-threatening situations. Eleanor and her companions carried Mary's courageous story from Kentucky to Virginia in their own remarkable feat of determination and achievement. As an act of self-preservation Eleanor did not understand initially, her physical journey became a transformative personal journey that redefined her as a capable, strong, and independent woman. "The inspiration is contagious and it affects us all in different waysEleanors book is another carrier of the inspiration. James Alexander Thom, author of the best-seller Follow the River

Boiling Point

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Author : Ross Gelbspan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005-11-08

Boiling Point written by Ross Gelbspan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-11-08 with Nature categories.

From a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist comes a shocking expos of the forces that perpetuate the crisis of global warming--with a prescription for saving the planet.

Paddle To The Amazon

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Author : Don Starkell
language : en
Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
Release Date : 1994-09-03

Paddle To The Amazon written by Don Starkell and has been published by McClelland & Stewart this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-09-03 with Sports & Recreation categories.

It was crazy. It was unthinkable. It was the adventure of a lifetime. When Don and Dana Starkell left Winnipeg in a tiny three-seater canoe, they had no idea of the dangers that lay ahead. Two years and 12,180 miles later, father and son had each paddled nearly twenty million strokes, slept on beaches, in jungles and fields, dined on tapir, shark, and heaps of roasted ants. They encountered piranhas, wild pigs, and hungry alligators. They were arrested, shot at, taken for spies and drug smugglers, and set upon by pirates. They had lived through terrifying hurricanes, food poisoning, and near starvation. And at the same time they had set a record for a thrilling, unforgettable voyage of discovery and old-fashioned adventure. "Courageous . . . Exciting and always immediate." -- The New York Times Book Review

Shanay Timpishka The Only Boiling River In The World

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Author : Zahid Ameer
language : en
Publisher: Zahid Ameer
Release Date : 2024-08-12

Shanay Timpishka The Only Boiling River In The World written by Zahid Ameer and has been published by Zahid Ameer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-12 with Science categories.

Discover the secrets of Shanay-Timpishka, the world's only boiling river, in this captivating eBook, "Shanay-Timpishka: The Only Boiling River in the World". Located in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, this extraordinary river defies scientific expectations with its scalding temperatures reaching up to 93°C (199°F). Explore the river's geographical marvel, the enigmatic science behind its boiling waters, and the rich indigenous myths that surround it. Delve into the diverse ecosystems thriving in this extreme environment, and learn about the crucial conservation efforts needed to protect this natural wonder. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, science aficionados, and travelers interested in unique destinations, this comprehensive guide also addresses the ethical considerations of tourism and the future of Shanay-Timpishka. With insights from both local indigenous knowledge and cutting-edge research, this eBook provides an in-depth exploration of one of Earth's most remarkable natural phenomena.

Around The World In 60 Seconds

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Author : Nuseir Yassin
language : en
Publisher: HarperOne
Release Date : 2019-11-05

Around The World In 60 Seconds written by Nuseir Yassin and has been published by HarperOne this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-05 with Biography & Autobiography categories.

60 seconds. That's how long it takes to dispel stereotypes in Mexico. Throw a house party for strangers in Israel. Change perspectives in Nebraska. Make friends in Japan. And connect millions of people all over the world. In 2016, Nuseir Yassin quit his job to travel for 1,000 consecutive days. But instead of the usual tourist traps, Nas set out to meet real people, see the places they call home, and discover what unites all of us living on this beautiful planet--from villages in Africa and slums in India, to the high-rises of Singapore and the deserts of Australia. While he journeyed from country to country, Nas uploaded a single 60-second video per day for his Nas Daily Facebook following to highlight the amazing, terrifying, inspiring and downright surprising sh*t happening all over the world. Thirteen million followers later, Nas Daily has become the most immersive travel experience ever captured, and finally shows us what we've all been looking for: each other. AROUND THE WORLD IN 60 SECONDS is Nas' surprising, moving, and totally unpredictable 1,000-day world tour in book form. At times a striking portrait of the most uncharted places in the world, at others a touching exploration of the human heart, this collection of life-affirming stories and breathtaking photographs changes how we think about humanity and invites us all on a journey to see the world, and each other, anew.