In the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, high in the Himalayas, is an ancient land steeped in legend. It was here that Bill Adams, on vacation with his family, met Sangratan the Amchi. Sangratan, a healer, was a man of extraordinary powers who traveled from farm to farm dispensing medicines and knowledge. Adams was intrigued and sought him out. Soon Sangratan began teaching him "the Five Lessons of Life," and Adams realized he had stumbled upon a man who could offer advice that was both profound in its simplicity and powerful in its practicality. This is the true story of the meetings...
In the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, high in the Himalayas, is an ancient land steeped in legend. It was here that Bill Adams, on vacation w...
Nature conservation has become increasingly important in Britain over the last three decades. This title, first published in 1986, deals with the critical issues surrounding nature conservation and wildlife protection. The book is broad in scope, with a focus on the 1981 Wildlife and Countryside Act and its provisions for the protection of wildlife habitats in Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs). This follows an historical account of habitat loss over the past 200 years and the origins of conservation and site-protection policy. This reissue will be of particular value to...
Nature conservation has become increasingly important in Britain over the last three decades. This title, first published in 1986, deals with the c...
First published in 1992, this title offers an experienced and constructive evaluation of the ways in which water resources have been developed in Africa. Adams argues that the best hope of productive development lies in working and engaging with local people and using local knowledge of the environment effectively. Modern, large-scale developments that have largely been ineffective are examined, and emphasis is placed on the importance of using the skills and concerns of those affected, such as small farmers, to develop ingenious water projects an approach that can be applied worldwide....
First published in 1992, this title offers an experienced and constructive evaluation of the ways in which water resources have been developed in A...
Nature conservation has become increasingly important in Britain over the last three decades. This title, first published in 1986, deals with the critical issues surrounding nature conservation and wildlife protection.
Nature conservation has become increasingly important in Britain over the last three decades. This title, first published in 1986, deals with the crit...
First published in 1992, this title offers an experienced and constructive evaluation of the ways in which water resources have been developed in Africa. Adams argues that the best hope of productive development lies in working and engaging with local people and using local knowledge of the environment effectively. Modern, large-scale developments that have largely been ineffective are examined, and emphasis is placed on the importance of using the skills and concerns of those affected, such as small farmers, to develop ingenious water projects - an approach that can be applied worldwide.
First published in 1992, this title offers an experienced and constructive evaluation of the ways in which water resources have been developed in Afri...
At the bottom of the garden next to a mulberry tree a shed made out of bricks and wood was full of mystery...'Was this just another one of Papa Jon's tall tales or have the two boys playing football in the street really awakened a sleeping monster. Tim and Ted don't wait to find out'.
At the bottom of the garden next to a mulberry tree a shed made out of bricks and wood was full of mystery...'Was this just another one of Papa Jon's ...
