India has one of the highest human populations on earth Despite this population density its enormous landmass plays host to a huge diversity of wildlife Of the world's 37 known species of wild cats 14 are found in India
- more than in any other country There are about 350 species of mammals 540 species of reptiles & 1200 species of birds breeding in India The geography of the Indian subcontinent ranges from the tropical coast of southern India to the northern snow-capped mountains of the Himalayas & from Thar desert in the west near the Pakistani border to the rainforests in the northeast on the border to Myanmar This variety of habitats has led to an extremely diverse flora & fauna But how does this diversity survive even today when it has been lost in so many other places on Earth? The answer lies in the people & how they treat all creatures Religion also continues to influence how people treat their environment & Hinduism as India's prevalent religion teaches a respect for all forms of life India is home to the world's largest surviving populations of wild tigers & Indian rhinoceros If the fate of these endangered species is to be decided somewhere it will be in Wild India
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This is a book for anyone interested in wildlife for art lovers for tourists wanting a memento of their holiday for everyone who loves the west coast of Scotland It depicts a year in the life of Oronsay a remote island that is farmed by the RSPB for the benefit of wildlife & follows artist Jane Smith as she attempts to portray the interactions of wildlife farm animals & human inhabitants A humorous first-hand personal view of island life both human & otherwise & is illustrated with Jane Smith&s vibrant & acutely observed sketches paintings & prints Themes include The trials of a wildlife artist
- what does it feel like to sit in a bog all day? What is screen printing? Where are a bird&s knees? Why does Jane always get covered in acrylic paint? Natural history
- from otters to oil beetles this book is full of wild encounters Conservation management
- sounds boring? Think of it more as &how to grow a peregrine& Once you start to understand the intricate connections & links involved it becomes like a fascinating 3D puzzle Getting to the island
- the interplay of tides wind ferries & a str&-crossing mean that travelling to Oronsay is never dull West coast living
- the ridiculous things that happen when living on a remote island cut off from the rest of the world




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Shortlisted for THE WAINWRIGHT BOOK PRIZE 2017 Can Britain make room for wildlife? Stephen Moss believes it can The newspaper headlines tell us that Britain's wildlife is in trouble It's not just rare creatures that are vanishing hares & hedgehogs skylarks & water voles even the humble house sparrow are in freefall But there is also good news Otters have returned to the River Tyne; there are now beavers on the River Otter; & peregrines have taken up residence in the heart of London Stephen Moss travels the length & breadth of the UK from the remote archipelago of St Kilda to our inner cities to witness at first-hand how our wild creatures are faring & ask how we can bring back Britain's wildlife ...

Today we live & do business in a world where society gathers knowledge faster than it gathers wisdom It is a world of continuous revolution & change Those who manage to find structure & exploit the power of Wild Knowledge
- ie the untamed data learnings & experiences that flourish in our lives & minds
- will come out the winners In combination we need to develop our ability to understand & judge which aspects of that knowledge are applicable to business & life in general This is the so-called Vicious Wisdom which will force you to unlearn to choose an approach of unthinking in order to reach a deeper understanding meaning & reason in your quest to find new & different solutions This book written by a leading futuristphilosopher presents a powerful & radical approach to thinking about & solving our future lives & businesses

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This cover provides a perfect fit for the Samsung Galaxy S6 protects it from scratches & gives it a touch of personal flair Openings for full access to connections With a stylish animal print (leopard pattern) ...

Available as a part of Nemesis Nows Premium high-quality alternative giftware selection this skull is a reminder that everyone has a wild side Staring ahead unblinkingly this skull grins macabrely sunken eyes & nasal aperture black The entire body of the skull is covered in a repeated pattern of leopard print uninterrupted except for the white grin Cast in finest top quality resin this skull makes a fantastic gift for any lover of the wild ...

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