It is often assumed that the verbal and visual languages of indigenous people had little influence upon the classification of scientific, legal, and artistic objects in the metropolises and museums of nineteenth-century colonial powers. However, as this book demonstrates, it is …
Phonology, morphology, syntax, kinship terms; texts deal with hunting, fishing, weapons, myths, burial, bestowal, language; lexicon M-E; lexical domains; English index.
In true Field & Stream fashion, it's packed with 200+ tips on essential outdoor skills, from picking the right hunting dog and sighting in a rifle, to fixing just about anything with duct tape and paracord, to frying up catfish just like grandma used to make. You'll also learn t…
Within 24 hours of anchoring H.M. Bark Endeavour in what is now Botany Bay, Captain James Cook did something that many other early mariners did around the Australian coast. He went fishing. Fishing for the Past brings together for the first time, text and visual material on the …
After long voyages, hungry crews needed to be fed. On board every ship were the keen fishermen, catching fish to eat, but also ready with a great fish tale. On some voyages there were the resident naturalists and artists, recording, sketching and painting each new species found …
Explains the basics of fishing, including equipment, types of lure to use in freshwater or saltwater, different varieties of fish, and places to fish around the world.
Explains the basics of fishing, including equipment, types of lure to use in freshwater or saltwater, different varieties of fish, and places to fish around the world.
"From the Bering Sea to Hawai'i, and the Atlantic to the Pacific, Daughter of Neptune is an expedition of geography and spirit. Dolphins dance with a ship's bow, fish fly onto the deck. Storms, volcanoes, and wildlife offer rich images amidst which the author explores her relati…
A new and fully updated edition of the essential reference to fly, coarse, and game fishing, for beginners and experts alike This is the perfect book for you - whether you're an experienced angler or have only just picked up a rod. The Complete Fishing Manual is the definitive g…
A new and fully updated edition of the essential reference to fly, coarse, and game fishing, for beginners and experts alike This is the perfect book for you - whether you're an experienced angler or have only just picked up a rod. The Complete Fishing Manual is the definitive g…
Millions of folks find fishing relaxing, challenging, entertaining...and a great way to spice up dinner. This 3rd edition of the top-selling guidebook shows you everything you need to know about the necessary gear, where different kinds of fish hang out, what types of bait and l…