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Ten birds that changed the world / by Moss, Stephen,1960-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."For the whole of human history, we have shared our world with birds. We have hunted and domesticated them for food, fuel and feathers; placed them at the heart of our rituals, religions, myths and legends; poisoned, persecuted and often demonized them; and celebrated them in our music, art and poetry. Even today, despite a growing disconnect between humanity and the rest of nature, birds continue to play an integral role in our lives. Ten Birds that Changed the World tells the story of this long and intricate relationship, spanning the whole of human history, and featuring birds from all seven of the world's continents. It does so through those species whose lives, and their interactions with us, have - in one way or another - changed the course of human history. From when Noah sent out the Raven from the Ark, birds have been central to our superstitions, mythology and folklore. Once humans switched from hunter-gathering to settled societies they began to domesticate wild birds: first the Rock Dove - now the domestic or feral Pigeon - used to communicate over long distances; and then the Wild Turkey and other species for food - later, they became the centerpiece of the annual family festivals of Thanksgiving and Christmas. The Dodo of the Indian Ocean is the icon of extinction, while Darwin's Finches changed the way we look at life on our planet, and the droppings of the Guanay Cormorant provided vast amounts of phosphates, kickstarting a global agricultural revolution. In North America, the Snowy Egret almost disappeared when its plumes were used for fashion; this led to the modern bird protection and conservation movement. The Bald Eagle is the proud symbol of the USA, but eagles have a checkered history, especially in Roman and Nazi propaganda. In China, Mao's 'Great Leap Forward' turned out to be the exact opposite. His call to kill millions of Tree Sparrows meant the insects they ate destroyed the grain harvest - leading to a famine in which thirty million people died. Finally, the Emperor Penguin of Antarctica stands as a potent symbol of how humanity's future is now in the balance, as it heads towards becoming the first global casualty of the Climate Emergency. It is an urgent sign, warning us about our own survival on the planet? Ten Birds that Changed the World is a 'big picture' view of global human history, seen through a unique and original viewpoint: our relationship with birds, as crucial to our lives today as is has ever been"--
Subjects: Birds; Human-animal relationships;
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Citadel / by Mosse, Kate,1961-;
Includes bibliographical references.Set during World War II in the far south of France, this is a powerful, action-packed mystery that reveals the secrets of the resistance under Nazi occupation. While war blazed in the trenches at the front, back at home a different battle is waged, full of clandestine bravery, treachery and secrets.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; World War, 1939-1945;
© 2012., Orion,
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The mistletoe bride & other haunting tales / by Mosse, Kate,1961-; Eason, Rohan Daniel.;
A wonderfully atmospheric collection of short stories, rooted deep in the landscape and inspired by traditional folk tales and country legends from England and France. These tales are richly populated by ghosts and spirits seeking revenge; by grief-struck women and haunted men coming to terms with their destiny - all rooted deep in the elemental landscapes of Sussex, Brittany and the Languedoc.
Subjects: Short stories.; Short stories.;
© 2013., Orion,
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Warrior queens & quiet revolutionaries : how women (also) built the world / by Mosse, Kate,1961-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.'Warrior Queens and Quiet Revolutionaries' is a beautifully illustrated book that features a diverse and global cast of names. It is an alternative feminist history of the world, a love letter to family history, and a personal memoir about the nature of women's struggles to be heard and their achievements acknowledged. Joyous, celebratory, and engaging, this is a book for everyone who has ever wondered how history is made.
Subjects: Feminism; Women; World history.;
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The burnout epidemic : the rise of chronic stress and how we can fix it / by Moss, Jennifer(Entrepreneur),author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.We tend to think of burnout as a problem we can solve with self-care: more yoga, better breathing techniques, and more resilience. But evidence is mounting that applying personal, Band-Aid solutions to an epic and rapidly evolving workplace phenomenon isn't enough-in fact, it's not even close. If we're going to solve this problem, organizations must take the lead in developing an antiburnout strategy that moves beyond apps, wellness programs, and perks. As the pandemic has shown, self-care is important, but it's not a cure-all for burnout. Employers need to do more. With fascinating research, new findings from the pandemic, and interviews with business leaders around the globe, The Burnout Epidemic offers readers insightful and actionable advice that will empower them to help themselves-and their employees-feel healthier and happier at work.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Burn out (Psychology); Stress management.;
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The labyrinth of curiosities : journey through hundreds of wild facts and fascinating trivia--and their surprising connections! / by Moss-Rider, Fay,author.;
"Enter The Labyrinth of Curiosities and begin a voyage of discovery through a maze of peculiar trivia where each factoid and tidbit leads unexpectedly to the next. This unique full-color trivia book from Fay Moss-Rider is a strange and astonishing journey through history, science, pop culture, and more! What do sign language puns have to do with Shakespearean cats? How do secret languages involve infamous twins? And how are gingko trees and tidal waves related? Open the labyrinth to embark on a voyage of exploration. Start at the beginning or open anywhere in the book, pick a fact that catches your eye, and see where it leads you! This never before seen maze-like format makes for an entirely new way of discovering cool trivia"--
Subjects: Trivia and miscellanea.; Curiosities and wonders.;
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Her country : how the women of country music became the success they were never supposed to be / by Moss, Marissa R.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Her Country is veteran Nashville journalist Marissa R. Moss's story of how in the past two decades, country's women fought back against systems designed to keep them down, armed with their art and never willing to just shut up and sing: how women like Kacey Musgraves, Mickey Guyton, Maren Morris, The Chicks, Miranda Lambert, Rissi Palmer, Brandy Clark, LeAnn Rimes, Brandi Carlile, Margo Price and many more have reinvented the rules to find their place in an industry stacked against them, how they've ruled the century when it comes to artistic output--and about how women can and do belong in the mainstream of country music, even if their voices aren't being heard as loudly"--
Subjects: Country music; Country music; Sex role in music.; Women country musicians; Women singers;
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The spring at Moss Hill / by Neggers, Carla,author.;
Subjects: Love stories.; Illustrators; Private investigators;
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Willow Moss and the forgotten tale / by Valente, Dominique.;
Ages 8-12.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Magic; Witches; Lost articles;
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Willow Moss and the lost day / by Valente, Dominique.;
Willow Moss's small magic has always seemed unremarkable. But when the most feared witch in the land of Starfell appears on the Moss family's doorstep looking for help, it's not Willow's talented sisters she seeks, it's Willow. Because Willow is a finder of lost things--and Moreg Vaine says that last Tuesday has gone missing. Willow and Moreg set out on a perilous journey across the wilds of Starfell, looking for what they've lost. If they don't discover what happened to the missing day, the repercussions could be devastating for the entire kingdom.Ages 8-12.LSC
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Adventure fiction.; Magic; Witches; Days; Lost articles;
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