“[All That the Rain Promises and More] is certainly the best guide to fungi, and may in fact be a long lasting masterpiece in guide writing for all subjects.”—Roger McKnight, The New York Times Mushrooms appeal to all kinds of...

Sagebrush country is a land of contrasts--a place of desolation and a place of beauty. This field guide explores the elegance of the sagebrush steppe as expressed in the colorful spring and fall flowers and, more subtly, in the wondrous...

"A definitive history of bird conservation in America.” (Kirkus Reviews, starred) From the time the country was founded, early Americans assumed that the land’s natural resources were infinite, including its birds, which were zealously hunted for food, game, and fashion....

Did you know that it's considered a sin to harm a robin? Or that seagulls were once thought to be the souls of dead sailors? And do you know what happens if you listen to a blackbird’s song on May...

Fill your kitchen with herbs with this practical herb care deck. Create a living trove of fresh flavours to enhance your cooking and boost your health with these incredible culinary plants. Organised by potential uses, this practical card deck will...

Discover the world beneath the waves with this magically illustrated treasury of folklore from the ocean deeps. Do you know the story of the ghost ship Mary Celeste? Or the myths behind seaquakes and tsunamis? Have you heard of Nanaue,...

Fill your house with plants using this practical card deck. Find the perfect spot for every species and surround yourself with life-enhancing greenery in key living spaces. Organised by areas of the home, this inspiration deck will help you choose...

Discover the fascinating folklore behind more than 40 of nature’s most intriguing plants and learn how you can benefit from their timeless wisdom in everyday life. Why do buttercups glow when held beneath your chin? Which blooms are sometimes called...

Look up at the skies in wonder with this mystically illustrated treasury of folklore from above and beyond. *2023 American Scientist Holiday Gift Guide Selection* Did you know that people used to read the future in the flight of birds?...

Unearth the secrets of our natural world with the Lore of the Land, a richly illustrated compendium of folklore and wisdom from the land, skies, and seas. From thundering rivers to shady groves, flickering marshes to lightless caves, and from...

A must-have growing guide for gardeners in the Pacific Northwest A gardener’s plant choices and garden style are inextricably linked to the place they call home. In order to grow a flourishing garden, every gardener must know the specifics of...

Rain pounds the Pacific Northwest, gushing through dirty downspouts, across chemically treated lawns, over oily streets and through public storm drains into bays, rivers, lakes, streams, and wetlands where nature struggles to survive among the pollutants. It’s a problem caused...

Plan your landscape or garden with more than 100 native plants that benefit birds, bees, and butterflies of the northwestern United States and southwestern Canada. The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome...

Create a garden that nourishes you and the planet — without the stress! If you're craving an easier, more sustainable way to grow your own food, Low-Maintenance Eco Gardens is the perfect place to start. This easy guide is perfect...

Pacific Northwest Month-by-Month Gardening is the definitive guide to successful gardening year-round in the Pacific Northwest -- states include Washington, Oregon, British Columbia (Canada), and Northern California. Do you live in the Pacific Northwest? Do you care about landscaping and...

This is the A-List of flowering plants recommended for Pacific Northwest gardens--updated to include the current crop of available perennials--in a lavishly photographed and definitive guide, which will aide in selecting the best perennials to build a successful garden. These...

Learn how to grow your own food in the Pacific Northwest with this handy guide! There is nothing more regionally specific than vegetable gardening–what to plant, when to plant it, and when to harvest are unique decisions based on climate...

Grow more food, with less work, in any yard – now completely revised and expanded! Are you itching to start your own garden or grow more in the one you have, but feel that gardening is too challenging or time-consuming...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A gorgeous, witty account of birding, nature, and the beauty around us that hides in plain sight, written and illustrated by the best-selling author of The Joy Luck Club • With a foreword by...

The definitive and all-new guide to hiking Washington's Snoqualmie Pass Between Seattle and Ellensburg lies the perfect escape from the daily grind: beautiful, bountiful Snoqualmie Pass. With sparkling alpine lakes, towering forests, rolling hills, and rugged peaks, this region of...