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Can forests think? Do dogs dream? In this astonishing book, Eduardo Kohn challenges the very foundations of anthropology, calling into question our central assumptions about what it means to be human - and thus distinct from all other life forms. Based on four years of fieldwork among the Runa of Ecuador's Upper Amazon, Kohn draws on his rich ethnography to explore how Amazonians interact with the many creatures that inhabit one of the world's most complex ecosystems.

A Foundational Conservation Story Revived. Ancient writers observed that forests always recede as civilizations develop and grow. The great Roman poet Ovid wrote that before civilization began, “even the pine tree stood on its own very hills” but when civilization took over, “the mountain...

A fusion of Sapiens and The Power of Now, Good News About the World Falling Apart reveals that the current crises we face on Earth are the birth pangs of a species. Humans have been here before. We were at an inflection point of this magnitude when we first developed fire and language 200 thousand years ago and, again, ten thousand years ago when we discovered how to germinate seeds. Although these Turnings could have led to our extinction, each time we used our superpowers—imagination and intuition—to transform our consciousness and persevere.

Dive into the exhilarating world of radio, a timeless hobby that sparks the imagination and energy of youth. This captivating journey follows the Radio Boys, a group of school friends who are spellbound by the wonders of wireless voice transmission in the early 20th Century. Their adventures come alive through the vivid storytelling of literary giants like Mark Twain, Rudyard Kipling, Robert Louis Stevenson, Jules Verne, and Franklin W. Dixon. Join them as they explore the thrilling potential of innovation and camaraderie in a fascinating era of discovery. (Summary by Tom Hirsch)

In the aftermath of the Battle of Naseby, Colonel Beverley, a valiant Cavalier officer, is killed, and his children are presumed to have perished in the flames that consumed their home, Arnwood, at the hands of Roundhead soldiers. Yet, against all odds, they escape and find refuge with Joseph Armitage, a kind-hearted gamekeeper, in the heart of the New Forest. This captivating tale unfolds as the Beverley children transition from their privileged lives to the simplicity of cottage living, concealing their true identities as Armitages grandchildren. After Armitages passing, Edward Beverley ...

In 2004, 34 men, women, and children stepped out of a Southeast Asian rainforest and presented themselves as refugees from violence engulfing their native Cambodia. They did not know that the war they were fleeing had in fact ended - 25 years earlier. Corinne Purtill was one of the first journalists to meet the families upon their incredible return to society. Years later, she returned to Cambodia to learn the truth about their time on the run.

This Forest and Stream podcast will take you to the times, the people and the events that shaped America and Americans, our ideals, our values and our dreams. We'll seat you alongside the affluent and in the boots of everyday citizens to deliver a rare insight and an unfiltered view through a window into the past. Discover how footprints made generations ago have worn a path to where our own outdoor experiences still intersect today, and affects you now. As with many historical works from past era's, there are phrases, terms, and descriptions that are inappropriate to our modern sensibilities....

People & Forests is a podcast for anyone who wants to learn more about our relationships with forests, why forests matter to us and how new ways of thinking about nature and rights could help us protect forests for present and future generations. The podcast is written and presented by Dr Helen Dancer of the University of Sussex and shares insights from her research on human-forest relations funded by an Arts & Humanities Research Council Leadership Fellowship. It is produced by Will Hood of The Academic Podcast Agency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Fox and Sparrow as we journey around the world to share Fairy Tales, Folktales, Fables, Myths and Legends. We strive to dig deep into the origins, variants, tropes and modern day adaptations of well-known and unknown tales. Join us on Wednesdays, every fortnight. Detailed show notes on our website: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com

Introducing M1: Melungeon FirstHave you ever felt like you don't quite fit in? Have you wondered about your ancestry and where you truly belong? If so, then this podcast is for you.M1: Melungeon First is a podcast that dives deep into the experiences of Melungeons, a unique tri-racial or quad-racial group of people with European, African, Native American, and sometimes Romani heritage. Join host FH the Melungeon as he explores the history, culture, and challenges faced by Melungeons in today's world.From workplace discrimination to the complexities of identity, FH shares personal stories and ...