River Plants of Western Europe

River Plants of Western Europe
Author: S. M. Haslam
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2014-05-08
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107634679

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Originally published in 1987, this book describes and discusses the vegetation of rivers and other watercourses in Europe with an emphasis upon distributional, community and historical ecology. It was firmly based upon many years of field investigations carried out by the author in various countries in the European Economic Community. The main purpose of the text was to increase the understanding of river vegetation in relation to the varying physical characteristics of the watercourses. The rivers of the EEC are considered in detail, with an emphasis upon the influences of landscape, geology, climate, settlement patterns, water use and management and pollution. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in river botany.

White-Water Kayaking

White-Water Kayaking
Author: Mike Graf
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2004
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736824132

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Describes the equipment, skills and techniques, safety concerns, and conservation issues of white-water kayaking.

Water Reuse

Water Reuse
Author: Water Resources Scientific Information Center
Publisher:
Total Pages: 468
Release: 1973
Genre: Water reuse
ISBN:

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A Manual of Water Plants

A Manual of Water Plants
Author: W. Vivian De Thabrew
Publisher: Author House
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2014
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1491889276

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This is a book on aquatic plants written in accessible language, so that anyone interested in water plants can acquire useful knowledge about them. As far as possible botanical language has been used sparingly, and then only when absolutely necessary. There are nearly half a million aquatic species in existence, and therefore it is impossible even to attempt to cover a small fraction of this in a single volume. Therefore a selection consisting of over 350 commonly known species has been described within, to kindle the interest of the plant enthusiast and give a flavour of this specialised subject area. For ease of identification, the text is accompanied by 150 line drawings and photographs.

Whitewater Europe

Whitewater Europe
Author: Pete Bandtock
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1996
Genre: Rafting (Sports)
ISBN: 9780951941317

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Ultimate Canoe and Kayak Adventures

Ultimate Canoe and Kayak Adventures
Author: Eugene Buchanan
Publisher: Fernhurst Books Limited
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2013-01-11
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1118403622

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A stunningly illustrated book detailing the world′s most breathtaking on–water adventures Whether it′s paddling down mountain chasms or exploring rugged coastlines, navigating a canoe or kayak counts as one of life′s indescribable joys. And in this memorable collection of 100 extraordinary on–water experiences, armchair adventurers and avid water sport enthusiasts are given a taste of canoeing and kayaking in every climate, condition, and geographical location. From the frozen wastes of North America, the rivers and seas of Europe and Asia, to the stunning waters of the Far East and Australasia, each paddle stroke is brought to life. With something for everyone—from the white water adrenalin junkie to the extreme sea kayaker—Ultimate Canoe and Kayak Adventures offers true–life adventurers useful, detailed information telling you exactly how, where, and when to attempt any on–water expedition yourself. The three co-authors are highly experienced paddlers from both sides of the Atlantic. Eugene Buchanan is editor-in-chief of Paddling Life, Jason Smith is editor of Canoe & Kayak UK while James Weir is a prize-winning paddler and journalist who still leads extreme paddling expeditions worldwide. Striking full–page photographs are matched with lively text that bring 100 adventures to life Offering a rare, inside look at living the life of adventure in every climate and latitude, this spectacular album of memorable canoeing and kayaking experiences is an ideal gift and a must for those who wish they′d been there—and those who already have.

Imperial White

Imperial White
Author: Radhika Mohanram
Publisher: U of Minnesota Press
Total Pages: 241
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 1452913358

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Radhika Mohanram shows not just how British imperial culture shaped the colonies, but how the imperial rule of colonies shifted—and gave new meanings to—what it meant to be British. Imperial White looks at literary, social, and cultural texts on the racialization of the British body and investigates British whiteness in the colonies to address such questions as: How was the whiteness in Britishness constructed by the presence of Empire? How was whiteness incorporated into the idea of masculinity? Does heterosexuality have a color? And does domestic race differ from colonial race? In addition to these inquiries on the issues of race, class, and sexuality, Mohanram effectively applies the methods of whiteness studies to British imperial material culture to critically racialize the relationship between the metropole and the peripheral colonies. Considering whether whiteness, like theory, can travel, Mohanram also provides a new perspective on white diaspora, a phenomenon of the nineteenth century that has been largely absent in diaspora studies, ultimately rereading—and rethinking—British imperial whiteness. Radhika Mohanram teaches postcolonial cultural studies in the School of English, Communication and Philosophy at Cardiff University, Wales. She is the author of Black Body: Women, Colonialism, Space (Minnesota, 1999) and edits the journal Social Semiotics.