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Grey Owl's children's story, first published in 1935. This
delightful novel comes complete with Grey Owl's original drawings,
chapter head-pieces and a glossary of Ojibway Indian words.
THE JI EJf. OF THE -, . . - V, - - by T OWL NEW TORK CHARLES
SCRIBNERS SONS PRINTED IN GREAT BRITAIN Grey OK. DEDICATED JS A
TRIBUTE TO MY JUNT whom I must thank for such education that
enables me to interpret into words the spirit of the forest,
beautiful for all its underlying wildness PUBLISHERS NOTE THE
PUBLISHER FEELS THAT A SHORT FOREWORD IS necessary in offering this
book to the public. It should be explained that the author is a
half breed Indian, whose name has recently become known throughout
the English-speaking world. His father was a Scot, his mother an
Apache Indian of New Mexico, and he was born somewhere near the Rio
Grande forty odd years ago. Grey Owl is the translation of his Red
Indian name, given to him when he became a blood brother of the
Ojibways, and his proper legal style. He trekked, in his early
twenties, into Canada and followed the life of a bush Indian,
trapping, fire-ranging and guiding. During the Great War, he
enlisted in the I3th Montreal Battalion, became a sniper and saw
service in France. On his return he took up his old life as a
trapper, but presently found his chief interest in the preservation
of the beaver, which was on the verge of extinction, and his
efforts in that direction have been recognized by the Canadian
Govern ment. He tried his hand at writing an article on Canadian
Wild Life, and his letters to his publisher, from time to time,
were so original, so full of the local colour of his surround ings,
that, in 1 929, the suggestion was made that he should write this
book. Difficulties have been many, both for author and publisher.
The book was written in many camps, often the author was a hundred
miles from the nearest post office andfrequently weather conditions
made any journey impossible. His MS., by no means always easy to
follow, was further complicated by the fact that it had been
typewritten by a French-Canadian who knew little English. Among the
pile of letters and MS. which, in the course of time, accumulated
at the publishers, were several rough but extraordinarily vivid
sketches drawn by the author in vii PUBLISHERS NOTE pencil on pages
torn from an exercise book one of these is reproduced here and
others appear as the end papers of this book. At Grey Owls own
request, and because the publisher felt very strongly that much of
the value of his work lies in its individuality, the editing of his
MS, has been reduced to a minimum and alterations have only been
made to clear possible ambiguities or where a phrase would have
read too strangely. This will explain to any reader who may find
the authors language anywhere unnatural that the fault does not lie
with Grey Owl. U, Hir r PROLOGUE CONTENTS PAGE CHAPTER I. THE
VANGUARD ------ II. THE LAND OF SHADOWS 29 HI. THE TRAIL -----. 49
IV. THE STILL-HUNT ------83 V. ON BEING LOST - - - - - - 107 VL THE
FALL OF THE LEAF - - - 129 VIL THE TALE OF THE BEATER PEOPLE - -
141 VIII. THE ALTAR OF MAMMON - - - 165 IX. THE HOUSE OF McGiNNis -
- - 189 X. THE TRAIL OF Two SUNSETS - 205 EPILOGUE 251
This thoughtful poetry book by Owl Willows features dream-like
poetry honoring the Earth, and loved ones who have passed on into
The Universe. These warm hearted poems explore complicated family
relationships, forgiveness, and dealing with loss. Owl composed
these words with love, in hopes that they reach the heart of
someone else.
'An engaging and powerful book' SUSIE GREEN 'Empowering' GENDERED
INTELLIGENCE Explore what it means to be you with your own personal
Trans Survival Workbook! Combining essential tips and practical
advice with quizzes, activities and reflective exercises, this
interactive journal allows you to document your transition, engage
with your feelings and improve your mental health. With coming-out
letters, colouring pages, fun games and inspiring stories, it is
the perfect toolkit for discovering who you are and what your
gender identity, gender expression and pronouns mean to you.
Written by two of the world's leading trans activists, and a
follow-up to the bestselling Trans Teen Survival Guide, this
empowering and unique book will be with you every step of the way.
'I wish I had a book like this when I was growing up' PARIS LEES
'Wonderful and ground-breaking' MERMAIDS Frank, friendly and funny,
the Trans Teen Survival Guide will leave transgender and non-binary
teens informed, empowered and armed with all the tips, confidence
and practical advice they need to navigate life as a trans teen.
Wondering how to come out to your family and friends, what it's
like to go through cross hormonal therapy or how to put on a
packer? Trans youth activists Fox and Owl have stepped in to answer
everything that trans teens and their families need to know. With a
focus on self-care, expression and being proud of your unique
identity, the guide is packed full of invaluable advice from people
who understand the realities and complexities of growing up trans.
Having been there, done that, Fox and Owl are able to honestly
chart the course of life as a trans teen, from potentially
life-saving advice on dealing with dysphoria or depression, to
hilarious real-life awkward trans stories.
A comprehensive handbook covering all aspects of the conservation
of Barn Owls. Written by the Barn Owl Trust, this book includes
in-depth information on Barn Owl survey techniques, relevant
ecology, Barn Owls and the law, mortality, habitat management, use
of nest boxes and barn Owl rehabilitation. Essential reading for
ecologists, planners, land managers and ornithologists.
In 1931 Grey Owl published his first book, The Men of the Last
Frontier, a work that is part memoir, part history of the vanishing
wilderness in Canada, and part compendium of animal and First
Nations tales and lore. A passionate, compelling appeal for the
protection and preservation of the natural environment pervades
Grey Owls words and makes his literary debut still ring with great
relevance in the 21st century. By the 1920s, Canadas outposts of
adventure had been thrust farther and farther north to the remote
margins of the country. Lumbermen, miners, and trappers invaded the
primeval forests, seizing on natures wealth with soulless
efficiency. Grey Owl himself fled before the assault as he
witnessed his valleys polluted with sawmills, his hills dug up for
hidden treasure, and wildlife, particularly his beloved beavers,
exterminated for quick fortunes.
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Mumu (Paperback)
Minervas Owl; Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev
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R151
Discovery Miles 1 510
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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The Didache means "The Teaching" - Christian traditions has claimed
that "The Teaching" is nothing less than the teaching of the Twelve
Apostles to the early-Church. The Didache was considered by many in
the early-Church as part of the New Testament. It fell out of the
New Testament as time passed, but continued to serve as a Christian
manual. The Didache was lost for centuries until 1873, when a Greek
manuscript was rediscovered. The Didache serves as an important
historical document in the early-Church, as well as providing
solutions to practical Church questions such as does a person have
to be dunked during baptism, or can water simply be poured over the
head? This copy has been translated by R. Joseph Owles from the
Greek into every day, contemporary language, and is formatted in a
way that makes it easy to both read and understand.
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The Shoehorn
The Owl
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R535
Discovery Miles 5 350
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