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Failing Nature. The Rise and Fall of The Wilderness Society. Author : William (Bill) J. Lines ISBN(13) : 9780858812550 A decade ago, The Wilderness Society, the most effective conservation group in Australia's history, plunged into mediocrity and irrelevance. Failing Nature tells the story of how a few bushwalkers and nature lovers organised to prevent a dam on a wild river, prevailed and then expanded nationally and internationally to advocate on behalf of the living world. For several decades, and especially under the leadership of Alec Marr, The Wilderness Society defined the meaning of protecting nature in Australia. But behind TWS's success lay an internal struggle between nature conservation and social justice. A coup, driven by envy and ambition, left a wreck that encourages hysteria over climate change, a religious obsession with sorry rituals, cowardice in the face of the vast multiplying of human numbers and a convulsive neglect of nature conservation. Bill Lines' book challenges this emerging ethos and invites the reader to reconsider where Nature stands in this beautiful land. (BUY THIS BOOK NOW) RRP AUD$35, 258pp, pb |
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Norb O'Reilly. The Life Worth Fighting For Compiled and annotated by : Steve Hodder ISBN(13) : 9780858812536 If you want to know the O'Reilly story, read this book. It tells all the history of the family, from their roots in Ireland to their arrival in Australia and where they went from there. Norb O'Reilly was one of the Green Mountains pioneers. The ethos that underpins and drives this family is inextricably embedded in Norb's story. The family's history is Irish to the bootstraps but they are very much Australian. If you want to know Australia from the perspective of the families who pioneered it over the past two hundred years then read this book. RRP AUD$30, 220pp, pb
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Repaying My Debt: A conservationist's tale Author : Geoff Mosley ISBN(13) : 9780858812529 In this extensive memoir Geoff Mosley tells of his early formative years spent in the famed Peak District of the UK. The book gives a good account of what life was like during those turbulent years (1931–50) before moving on to his student days. Trained as a geographer Geoff tells of his early adventures abroad, his time spent completing National Service and then his embarking on further travel to Canada and New Zealand before eventually settling in Australia in 1960. It was here in Australia that Geoff was to make his mark as a conservationist of both national and international significance. The Australian Conservation Foundation and Geoff's involvement with it from its earliest days is part of this detailed story. There is also a personal story of a busy life with a growing family and the sacrifices made along the way. A tireless worker still, these pages also outline his message on how to save the Planet from the excesses of today. RRP AUD$30, 304pp, pb
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Discovering Royal National Park on Foot ** NEW EDITION ** Author : Alan Fairley ISBN(13) : 978-0-85881-180-5 Magnificent clean surf beaches, spectacular clifftop scenery, palm jungles, close encounters with native wildlife and easy accessibility from Sydney or Wollongong by train. RRP AUD$14.99, 80pp, pb |
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Dancing Charli Author : Ant Wood Illustrator: Lorraine Robertson ISBN(13) : 9780858812505 Early one morning, Bright as a spark, A little bird performed her favourite trick, The curly wurly… RRP AUD$16.99, 32pp, pb
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A Guide to Lamington National Park Edited by : Lesley Hutley, for Lamington National Park History Association ISBN(13) : 9780858812086 Here is a book to excite the interest of park visitors and students of natural history.
The wide range covered and the scientific approach taken by the various authors (all highly respected in their fields) invites you to discover some of the magic that is Lamington.
The topics covered here are diverse: from earthworms to mammals, from mosses to the iconic antarctic beech, from Gondwana to present day human influences. The book includes maps as well as guides to walks in both the Binna Burra and Green Mountains sections of the Park. RRP AUD$29.90, 232pp, pb
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D'harawal Dreaming Stories Compiled by : Frances Bodkin Illustrator : Lorraine Robertson ISBN(13) : 9780858812468 Throughout the past two hundred years, society has come to regard the Koori Dreaming stories as something akin to the fairy stories they were told as children. RRP AUD$19.99, 56pp, pb
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D'harawal Climate and Natural Resources Compiled by : Frances Bodkin Illustrator : Lorraine Robertson ISBN(13) : 9780858812451 Knowledge is the Prime Resource! The pursuit of knowledge is perhaps life's greatest challenge. Traditionally Aboriginal peoples cared for the land, living as one with it. This custodial relationship, expressed through cultural practices, sustained the natural environment and secured the viability of resources necessary to sustain the continuing existence of Aboriginal society over many millennia. This book containing the words of Frances Bodkin and visual imagery of Lorraine Robertson will take you on a journey of understanding the ancient knowledge of the original People of This Land of the D'harawals. Gavin Andrews, D'harawal man RRP AUD$29.99, 102pp, pb
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Flaming Charli Author : Ant Wood ISBN(13) : 9780858812482 Charli squeezed her strong grey claws. Pushed her sulphur crest up sharp. She was ready for her very favourite trick, The curly wurly ... Raaaaarrrrrrkkkkkk!!!! Not everyone likes Charli's clever trick... but soon the little cocky comes to the rescue! With pleasant rhyming text, and vivid 3D illustrations, the drama of the Australian bush is captured in a book sure to win children's hearts. RRP AUD$16.99, 32pp, pb
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Bushwalking in the Budawangs Author : Ron Doughton ISBN(13) : 9780858810723 TThis third edition is a complete revision and rewrite of most of the popular bushwalks in the Budawangs area. Over 40 bushwalks are described with sketch maps and precise map references to aid the adventurous bushwalker. Full colour illustrations show the mountains and their unique formations as they are found, together with a sprinkling of the outdoor people who inhabit them for recreation. With the creeks, cliffs, waterfalls and perfect camping spots that outdoor people love so well, this book will unlock many of the hidden places in the Budawangs that we would all like to visit. RRP AUD$24.99, 160pp, pb
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Karijini Mirlimirli, Aboriginal Histories from the Pilbaras Editor : Noel Olive ISBN(13) : 9780858812420 Survival for Aboriginal people of the West Pilbara has demanded an unrelenting struggle against domination by mainstream society and their marginalisation by the welfare state. They take pride in their successes, and are optimistic of their future and in their own strength of purpose to build that future. We should all welcome and acknowledge the Karijinis' struggle as a genuine contribution to a reconciliation process which is to be founded on the existence of genuine equality for all. RRP AUD$29.99, 254pp, pb
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Kimberley Coast. A Traveller's Guide to Bays, Basins, Islands and Estuaries Author : A.W. (Sandy) Scott ISBN(13) : 9780858812406 The remote pristine Kimberley coastline of Western Australia has drawn the attention of many travellers with its magnificent display of diverse landforms. To explain how these spectacular structures have developed in a land now influenced by Australia's biggest tides is the subject of this book. Especially valuable to those travelling by sea and those wanting to know more about the Australian coast, Kimberley Coast explains in simple terms the relationship between geology, land forming processes, geological eras and recent marine conditions. About the Author: Dr Sandy Scott has had a career in high school science teaching, teaching at University of New England and in latter years developing and leading travel programs particularly in Australia and Asia. His many assignments as a guest lecturer since 1998 have provided a unique opportunity to understand the Kimberley coast and appreciate its diversity. Sandy's enquiring nature and broad background experiences have enabled him to interpret the nature and development of the coastal landforms of the region. RRP AUD$29.99, 136pp, pb |
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Native Trees of the NSW South Coast Author : Kevin Mills,
Jacqueline Jakeman This book on the native trees of the New South Wales South Coast is the culmination of 25 years work by the authors. It is the essential guide to the native trees of the South Coast region, from Berry in the north to Batemans Bay in the south, and west to Kangaroo Valley, Sassafras and Nelligen. A total of 169 tree species is described in full and richly illustrated with line drawings and colour photographs. Whether you are a botanist, horticulturalist, gardener or nursery worker, or you are just interested in trees, this book will become your valued guide to the native trees of the New South Wales South Coast. RRP AUD$34.99, 256pp, pb
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Letters to the Family, the story of an endangered shorebird Author : Rose & Mike Clear In this story the authors are 'granny and papa'. Granny and papa are two shorebird volunteers on the NSW south coast of Australia. They wrote regular email updates to their grandchildren and family, while watching out for a pair of hooded plovers, their eggs and chicks. Letters to the Family is a story made from those email updates. Foreword by Jodie Dunn, South Coast Shorebird Recovery Program Co-ordinator, National Parks & Wildlife Service RRP AUD$9.99, 32pp, pb
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Steady State, Alternative to Endless Economic Growth Author : Geoff Mosley The economic growth obsession that dominates our lives cannot go on for ever. Our world is finite and has limits. Sooner or later, one way or another, this way of life must end. But what is to replace it and how can we make the change? Geoff Mosley describes the making of the change to a creative and dynamic steady state economy as the most important in human history. In this book he RRP AUD$21.99, 136pp, pb
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THE TRANSI TION to a Sustainable and Just World Author : Ted Trainer Ted Trainer argues that the magnitude of the global problems our society is running into is not well understood. We are far beyond sustainable levels of production and consumption and the defining condition of the coming era will be intense scarcity. In addition the global economy is extremely unjust. It delivers most of the world's wealth to the few who live in rich countries. It follows that the present consumer-capitalist society cannot be fixed. A society based on commitment to affluent lifestyles, market systems, profit maximisation, globalisation, competition and constant growth causes the problems and must be replaced if they are to be solved. A satisfactory society must therefore be some kind of Simpler Way, centred on frugal but adequate lifestyles, mostly small and highly selfsufficient local economies under participatory local control, and nonmaterial sources of satisfaction. The Simpler Way would be a delightful liberation, enabling relaxed, secure, convivial and fulfilling lifestyles for all. Clear implications for strategy follow, which contradict most of the existing theories and campaigns pursued by people in conventional, Green and Left circles. RRP AUD$29.99, 336pp, pb
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One Very Big Picture Author : Syd Hickman Here it is, the book that takes you from the ancient Persians to the financial crisis of 2008. Entertaining and certainly not righteous, it outlines the many national big pictures that still shape the way we think, and provides the facts and framework for understanding the options for one global It is both a great historical read and a guide to the potential opportunities and horrors of the future. One Very Big Picture not only informs, it also provides a context that adds value to everything you already know. RRP AUD$19.99, 192pp, pb
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Signalman Bill's Story : Convoys, Signals, Pacific War Author : W.J. "Bill" Walshe The story at last of the young naval signalmen who greatly helped to keep Australian convoys moving unscathed to New Guinea and other warzones of World War II. In the month after Japan’s carrier-borne aircraft bombed Pearl Harbour, Bill Walshe turned 17 and volunteered for the Navy. Jap submarines had already begun to take a terrible toll of Australian shipping, so the Navy devised a convoy system, with warships shielding the merchant ships that carried troops and materials to Allied fighting fronts. Vital to success of the convoys was signalling, to keep all the vessels “in train” – and that required the speedy skilling of signalmen like young Bill. At Flinders Naval Depot in Melbourne, he and 27 lads of similar age were put through a crash course in signals. After three months they were promptly allocated to merchant ships, and would serve on over 1000 of such ships between 1942 and the war’s end. The story of the vital convoys is here told by Bill Walshe as a feast of anecdotes which say more about the lives of sailors in wartime than do the official histories. Through his mix of wry humour and keen observation we glimpse stark realities of heavy loads on young shoulders, loneliness, aching fatigue, lurking dangers, air attacks, sudden storms, mountainous seas and more. RRP AUD$19.99, 188pp, pb
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Discovering Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on Foot Author : Alan Fairley RRP AUD$14.99, 80pp, pb
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Discovering The Colo Wilderness on Foot Author : Anthony Dunk RRP AUD$14.99, 80pp, pb
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Gagged: The Gunns 20 and other law suits Author : Greg Ogle RRP AUD$22.99, 144pp, pb
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Saving the Antarctic Wilderness : The Pivotal Role in its Complete Protection This book tells the story of how in May 1989 the Australian Government did decide to block the minerals convention and work instead for a new environmental protection agreement the 1991 Madrid Protocol. The focus is on the leading role played by the Australian Conservation Foundation in bringing about this decision. As you will discover there was a long build up to eventual success and many obstacles along the way to overcome including the pessimism of some and the distraction of the main international conservation organisation from a helpful role. With mining defeated the fight goes on - to have Antarctica included on the World Heritage List. To a world and an environment movement facing even bigger challenges the lessons from this struggle are invaluable. RRP AUD$19.99, 128pp, pb
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The Owls of Australia Author : Stephen Debus RRP AUD$22.99, 112pp + 12 colour plates, pb
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Understanding the Scenery, Royal National Park and Heathcote National Park Authors : Bob & Ann Young RRP AUD$29.99, 132pp, pb |
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Understanding the Scenery: Morton National Park and the cost from Nowra to Bateman's Bay Authors : Bob & Ann Young RRP AUD$29.99, 134pp, pb |
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Overloading Australia, Author: Mark O'Connor and William Lines ISBN: 978-0-85881-224-6 Greenhouse gases going up. Oil and gas depleting. House prices exploding. Overloading Australia explains why – and how to stop it. The press of numbers on this continent affects us all – those living, as well as those yet to be born. To talk of saving the environment or of climate change is meaningless if we won’t address population – a subject some think too hot for public debate. In a score of punchy chapters, authors Mark O’Connor and William Lines challenge the myths, expose the facts, and dent the denial industry. They blow the whistle on population-foolish policies that lead to clogged roads, water shortages, scarce food, and no place for refugees; then provide new and fair ways to think about the issues and to limit Australia’s future population-size. This is a book that will revolutionize the green debate, and the political debate, on population.Price: AUD$19.99 (incl. GST), 248pp |
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Camping and Bushwalking in Northern Kosciuszko NP Author: Harry Hill ISBN: 0-85881-206-1 An invaluable guide book for those wanting to know the secrets of the northern half of Kosciuszko National Park. This is a book about where to camp, places to fish,
explore and bushwalk. It invites you to discover
the magic of romantic mountain localities such as Harry Hill describes 20 daywalks and provides
sketch maps to the areas covered; his wealth of
knowledge and experience is invaluable for those Price: AUD$29.99 (incl. GST) |