Owls of the World

Owls of the World
Author: James R. Duncan
Publisher: Firefly Books
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2003
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781552978450

An in-depth reference to owls around the world, "Owls of the World" traces the remarkable evolution of 205 owl species and their place within the avian order as both predators and prey.

Animal Messengers

Animal Messengers
Author: Regula Meyer
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2015-05-29
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1591438322

An animal-by-animal guide that reveals the meaning behind each encounter we have with animals • Provides sophisticated psychological insight into encounters with more than 150 animals, birds, reptiles, insects, and aquatic life • Explores how animals reflect our inner world, drawing our attention to inner turmoil, relationship issues, spiritual growth, and the deepest needs of the soul • Explains how the meaning of each encounter depends on whether the animal was hunting, fleeing, hiding, or acting indifferent when sighted We each feel connections to animals in our own way. Some of us have pets. Others admire animals in the wild. Because the outer world often reflects our internal states and animals are highly sensitive to our energies, each encounter with an animal signals something about our inner world and innermost concerns. The spontaneous, surprising contacts are the telling ones: a sparrow landing next to you, a fox darting across the road, or a bee alighting on your hand. However, even regular encounters with our pets can draw attention to our inner world and what needs to be thought over and grappled with, from psychic turmoil and relationship issues to spiritual growth and the deepest needs of the soul. Providing sophisticated psychological insight into encounters with more than 150 animals, birds, reptiles, insects, and aquatic life, Regula Meyer explores the messages each animal provides for us on a personal level when we encounter them. She explains how the meaning of each encounter depends on whether the animal was hunting, fleeing, hiding, or acting indifferent when sighted. For example, a fleeing animal is prompting you to pursue a subject consciously, while a hiding animal tells you to patiently observe something and draw insights from it. The author shows how animal encounters in the wild cause us to contemplate the present moment and inspire the flow of our perceptions, leading us to meditate on important concerns we may be ignoring or unaware of. Pets and other animals we see every day act as intensifiers of the energy for which they stand. With this animal-by-animal guide, you can discover the deep meaning behind your encounters with animals and the messages they bring as oracles of our souls.

Wise Owl

Wise Owl
Author: Ross Berger
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2009
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781402766428

In some cultures, the owl is heralded as a symbol of strength, prosperity, and knowledge. Learn all about these captivating birds in the Wise Owl: The Ancient Symbol of Wisdom. Inside, you'll discover mythology and folklore about these intelligent creatures and get a look at how they're represented in the media and pop culture. This kit also includes a 2 3/4 inch resin owl and tons of fun facts like this: The only way an owl can view its surroundings is by turning its head. So make the wise decision and take home the Wise Owl.

Owl

Owl
Author: Desmond Morris
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2009-11-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1861897103

From Edward Lear’s “The Owl and the Pussycat”to David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, owls have been woven into the fabric of popular culture. At times they are depicted as dignified, wise old scholars and at other times as foreboding voyeurs who see all and interrogate with an accusatory, “Who? Who?” In Owl best-selling author Desmond Morris explores the natural and cultural history of these predators of the night who embody both good and evil in turn. In this fascinating book, Morris describes the evolution, the many species, and the wide spread of owls across the globe. Owls are found on every land mass around the world, with the exception of Antarctica; and as a result of their wide distribution, owls appear in the folktales, myths, and legends of many native peoples—in addition to popular art, film, and literature worldwide. Featuring over 100 telling illustrations from nature and culture, Owl will appeal to the numerous fans of this enigmatic bird, from the friendly Mr. Owls to silent, sinister, hunters of the dark.

The Snowy Owl

The Snowy Owl
Author: Eugene Potapov
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2013-01-17
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1408172178

A comprehensive monograph of the beautiful Snowy Owl, famed for its elegant, all-white plumage. The Snowy Owl needs little introduction. This massive white owl breeds throughout the Arctic, wherever there are voles or lemmings to hunt, from Scandinavia through northern Russia to Canada and Greenland. Southerly movements in winter see North American birds travel as far south as the northern United States, while infrequent vagrants on the Shetlands and other northern isles are a magnet for birders. The Snowy Owl gives this popular bird the full Poyser treatment, with sections on morphology, distribution, palaeontology and evolution, habitat, breeding, diet, population dynamics, movements, interspecific relationships and conservation, supported by some fabulous photography. The award-winning author team also had access to Russian research literature, which is generally out of reach for Western scientists.

The Adventures of a Wise Owl

The Adventures of a Wise Owl
Author: Mohammed Ayya
Publisher: Mohammed Ayya
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2024-05-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Bedtime Stories For Kids-Short Bedtime Stories Series Do you want to make your child fall asleep faster at night? Do you want your child to learn mindfulness while reading beautiful short stories? In this book, you will find a collection of stories written to help children enter a place of dreams and eventually drift off to sleep. These stories are intended to stir their imaginations in such a way that the transition from fantasy and adventure into dreamland will be a seamless one. Best of all, your children will be able to get a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and happy. The chapters are designed to take you and your family on an exciting adventure through different situations, laden with imagination and surprises, while also attempting to disseminate valuable lessons about important principles, such as family, home, wrongdoing, and numerous other themes. While each story is unique, the underlying purpose of each remains the same: to confer on readers some degree of insight into moral behaviour and proper conduct. Through the careful application of allegory, the stories contained herein are intended not only to engage and captivate but also to serve as thought-provoking tools by which your children might avail themselves of one of mankind’s most powerful attributes: thoughtfulness and self-reflection. In addition, each story uses colourful and imaginative characters, settings, and situations to create an environment that will not only help children become interested in the story itself but also serve as a vehicle to convey a moral lesson. Plus, the stories in this book seek to create traditions and memories that will create everlasting moments that your children will treasure for the rest of their lives. These are the kind of moments that your children will surely love to share with their children someday, too. So, let’s jump right in and take a trip into a magical world from which your children will drift off in their sleep. Don’t be surprised if they don’t want to wake up after having such beautiful dreams. Dreamland is a cherished place for children of all ages. After all, it is a place where kids can truly let their imaginations flourish. This book includes: Bedtime stories that will truly captivate the young mind of your child Fun stories about animals, adventures, and legends A valuable lesson for each story In addition: They will put down their phones. This is a good way to encourage your child to go to sleep by listening to the scripts. Each story will enhance your child’s imagination and thinking. And Much More... Are you excited? Do you want to read more? Would you like your child to learn and relax, falling asleep in peace? Get our book now!

The Barn Owl

The Barn Owl
Author: D.S Bunn
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2010-11-30
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1408139618

In the classic monograph mould, this study of Tyto alba is the product of almost 40 years field work by its authors and complementary observations by other dedicated ornithologists in Britain, the USA and Europe. The result is a detailed, balanced account based on intimate knowledge of the Barn Owl in varying habitats in Britain, comparing, as appropriate, this race's behaviour with that of sub-species in other areas of the world. There are major chapters on breeding and general behaviour, feeding, distribution, etc, but voice is rightly given a full treatment. The text is graced by Ian Willis's fine drawings and there are 31 photographs plus a colour frontispiece.

Owl: The Mysterious Bird

Owl: The Mysterious Bird
Author: Dr. Hiren B. Soni
Publisher: Google Book Publishers
Total Pages: 78
Release:
Genre: Science
ISBN:

Owls are birds from the order Strigiformes, which includes over 200 species of mostly solitary and nocturnal birds of prey typified by an upright stance, a large, broad head, binocular vision, binaural hearing, sharp talons, and feathers adapted for silent flight. Exceptions include the diurnal northern hawk-owl and the gregarious burrowing owl. Owls hunt mostly small mammals, insects, and other birds, although a few species specialize in hunting fish. They are found in all regions of the Earth except polar ice caps and some remote islands. Owls are divided into two families: the true (or typical) owl family, Strigidae, and the barn-owl family, Tytonidae. Throughout human history, owls have variously symbolized dread, knowledge, wisdom, death, and religious beliefs in a spirit world. In most Western cultures, views of owls have changed drastically over time. Owls can serve simultaneously as indicators of scarce native habitats and of local cultural and religious beliefs. Understanding historical and current ways in which owls are viewed, and not imposing Western views on other cultures, is an important and necessary context for crafting owl conservation approaches palatable to local peoples. The Book Owl: The Mysterious Bird is a systematic compilation of authentic and standard literature published by renowned ornithologists, professionals, amateurs and hobbyists of the world in the field of ornithology and wildlife biology. It also covers author’s (HBS) personal observations and published research work in the wild terrains of Gujarat (India) during his research exposure of 24 years as an Ornithologist and Wildlife Biologist. The present book highlights the remarkable key-points and noteworthy information about owls in terms of introductory notes on anatomy, sexual dimorphism, adaptations for hunting, flight and feathers, vision, hearing, talons, beak, camouflage behavior, breeding and reproduction, evolution and systematics, food and hunting, pellets, eyes, plumage, feet, breeding, calls, holistic information about owls (e.g. food and hunting, pellets, eyes, plumage, feet, breeding, calls), symbolisms about owls (African cultures, ancient European and modern Western culture, Asia, Hinduism, native American cultures), motifs and mythology, markers of gods, knowledge, wisdom, and fertility, owls in lore and culture, owls in tribal folklores, owls in mythology and culture, owls in Greek and roman mythology, owls in English folklore, owls in American Indian culture, owl mythology: a global perspective, human impacts on owls, individual impacts, toxicological impacts on owls, agricultural impacts on owls, impacts of habitat alteration on owls, legal protection to owls, owls as environmental indicators, towards a tolerant conservation, rodent control, attacks on humans, and conservation issues. The author has also acknowledged all the researchers, scientists, authors, website developers, NGOS, URLs, and direct or indirect informers in the form of ‘Citations’ in the section ‘Selected Bibliography’. This book will definitely be a ready reference material and handy study guide for students, researchers, scientists, folklore specialists, and bird conservationists around the world. The author renders his immense gratitude and enormous thankfulness to all the informants, who have helped him directly or indirectly during the compilation of this work.

Encyclopedia Owl

Encyclopedia Owl
Author: Rudiyant
Publisher: Lembar Langit Indonesia
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2023-07-01
Genre: Reference
ISBN:

Welcome to the book “Unknown Facts About Owls That Many People Are Unaware Of.” Within these pages, we will unveil a myriad of secrets and peculiarities hidden behind the mysterious lives of owls. Owls have always captivated our attention with their extraordinary abilities. But what do we really know about them? Through in-depth research and direct observations, this book will lift the veil on the lives of owls, revealing intriguing facts that are still unknown to many. In these pages, you will embark on a journey into the world of owls from various perspectives. From their mesmerizing physical uniqueness, such as their awe-inspiring wing structure, to their remarkable adaptations for hunting prey at night. We will also delve into the role of owls in various mythologies and cultural beliefs across the globe. However, this book is not just about their uniqueness, but also about the challenges they face. You will discover how climate change and habitat loss threaten their survival. Additionally, we will discuss conservation efforts aimed at protecting owls and restoring their populations to healthy levels. As you explore these pages, we hope you will be fascinated and inspired by the beauty of owls. We aim for this book to broaden our understanding and appreciation for these captivating creatures. So, let us embark on this amazing journey into the lives of owls and uncover fascinating facts that are still unknown to many. Get ready to marvel at the unexpected wonders of this world. Buku persembahan penerbit LembarLangitGroup #LembarLangit

Whimsical Wisdom: Milne, Gibran, Wittgenstein [Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne/ The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran/Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus by Ludwig Wittgenstein]

Whimsical Wisdom: Milne, Gibran, Wittgenstein [Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne/ The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran/Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus by Ludwig Wittgenstein]
Author: A. A. Milne
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2024-06-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Book 1: Enter the Hundred Acre Wood and join the lovable inhabitants with “Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne.” Milne's delightful tales follow the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends as they navigate the simple joys of friendship and the enchanting world of childhood, leaving readers with timeless lessons and heartwarming moments. Book 2: Explore the timeless wisdom of “The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran.” Gibran's poetic and philosophical work imparts profound insights on life, love, and spirituality as Almustafa, the prophet, shares his wisdom with the people of the fictional city of Orphalese, creating a meditative and inspirational journey for readers. Book 3: Delve into the complexities of language and philosophy with “Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus by Ludwig Wittgenstein.” Wittgenstein's seminal work explores the relationship between language, logic, and reality, presenting a philosophical framework that has had a profound impact on the study of language and thought in the 20th century.