English Forest

The Secret Daughter is the tale of Nikki Carlson, an adoptee whose search for her roots sets her on an unbelievable thrill ride and emotional odyssey that forever changes her. Adopted as a toddler into a big game-hunting Minnesota family and raised on the flat prairies of the Midwest, Nikki’s life is wholly unremarkable. Haunted by the mysteries of her origins, once Nikki comes of age, she begins to search for her biological roots. What she uncovers is more surreal and twisted than anything she could have imagined.

What really lies in the forest’s depths? Aokigahara is a mystery. Born out of an explosion, its roots twist and turn, the dense trees seeming to swallow anything that enters it whole. In recent years it has gained renown as a “suicide forest,” but it wasn’t always this way. Aokigahara: The Truth Behind Japan’s Suicide Forest is fully researched from Japanese sources and looks at the history of the Sea of Trees, how it came to be, and why it became known worldwide as a popular suicide spot.

Nestled in the hush of twilight, when the forest sighs and the stars begin to glimmer, The Owl’s Hour awakens with magic. This gentle collection of bedtime stories invites young listeners to wander through moonlit meadows, whispering woods, and sleepy glades where animals share quiet adventures beneath the watchful eyes of the wise old owl.

The forests of Northeast Asia are home to a marvelous range of animals—fish owls and brown bears, musk deer and moose, wolves and raccoon dogs, and leopards and tigers. But in the final years of the Cold War, only a few hundred tigers stepped quietly through the snow of the Amur River basin. Soon, the Soviet Union fell and catastrophe arrived, as poaching and logging took a fast, astonishing toll on an already vulnerable species.

There is something soul-soothingly simple and refreshing about being in nature, about making the most of the great outdoors, being mindful of Mother Nature's gifts and grabbing spring and summer - and those blue sky, brisk days of autumn and winter - with both hands. But sadly it is a skill we are losing. We are becoming creatures wrapped in walls and trapped by to-do lists, hibernating while the world sprouts, grows and changes.

Step into the hush of twilight with The Sleepy Forest Parade, a gentle bedtime journey where owls blink slowly, foxes yawn wide, and raccoons drum a drowsy rhythm under the moon’s soft light. As the stars begin to twinkle, the forest comes alive in the sleepiest celebration of all—an enchanting march toward dreamland. Perfect for winding down, this soothing storybook is filled with tender rhymes and calming woodland wonder. Every minute invites little ones to snuggle closer as deer, bears, and bunnies join the quiet parade, all preparing for a peaceful night’s rest.

Finally free of the prison Asperfell, Briony and Prince Elyan venture northward in search of a rumored cave wherein lies their only hope of returning home to the kingdom of Tiralaen. What they discover instead is an impossible kingdom of opulence and decadence beyond her wildest imagining. Here, an ancient goddess is about to awaken once more, and she has never forgiven Briony’s people for their intrusion into this world, nor the centuries of bloodshed that followed.

If one plant in your home can put a smile on your face, imagine what an entire forest can do! Stress is on the rise and it's not going anywhere fast! The problem is stress has a horrendous impact on your overall health. It leads to anxiety and depression, disrupts sleep, causes muscle aches, and triggers tension headaches.

For Tricia and Alex, the idea is simple: Find and rescue their friend, Sam, from his insane mother. But when they enter the forest, they discover that their idea is anything but simple. Because this forest isn’t like any other. In this forest, a silver mist cloaks the truth. In this forest, a simple trip of a few miles can turn into a nightmare. In this forest, the monsters are real. Twenty years later, Tricia and Alex remember nothing of what happened that day they lost their friend. They know only that three kids went in, but only two came out.

Most of us live in a constant state of low-level stress… and we’ve started to feel like it’s normal. If you feel like you’re always tired and struggling to relax, or if you find yourself in constant need of a vacation, there’s something wrong – and the solution is surprisingly simple. We’ve become disconnected from the natural world. Even if you have a backyard and a pleasant enough walk to the office, you’re constantly being exposed to noise and pollution… and whether you’re aware of it or not, it affects both your mental and physical health.

No matter where you live in the state, you can transform a patch of grass or woods into a magical edible Eden in just a few years. Discover the permaculture breakthrough that may one day feed the world. Learn how to build soil, get plants for free, and grow more food with less work in this book with expert Florida gardener David The Good.

The unexpected death of their parents sends three grieving orphans, Bellae, Jumeaux, and Gimelli, into the world of the independent knights. Once the unquestioned lords of law and order, the knights were battered and laid-low by the Dark Wars 60 years ago. They are now locked in a power struggle with their one time allies, the faith-filled Proliate and timeworn magicians.

Things have been pretty bleak for 15-year-old Jack Larson since the day his father walked out the door, and never returned. The cops think he abandoned his family to start a new life, but Jack refuses to believe it. Now, almost two years later, Jack is stagnating in his drug-ridden mountain town - spending his days in a haze of pot smoke, playing video games with his best friend Cash. Jack feels like he’ll never get an answer regarding his dad’s disappearance, when he stumbles upon information that changes everything.

SuperSummary, a modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, offers high-quality instructional study guides for challenging works of literature. This audio study guide for The Forest People by Colin N. Turnbull includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and an in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes such as village life versus forest life, community, and religion. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics.

Your practical guide to better health, stronger relationships, and a happier life - by reconnecting with nature. There is something simply soul-soothing about being in nature. In fact, research shows that spending time outside can improve the immune system, combat stress hormones, lower blood pressure, and boost self-esteem.

Although most of Windsor Forest was written as early as 1704, it was not published until 1713. The poem was completed after the promulgation of the first peace treaty of Utrecht, which is alluded to in terms of approbation in the body of the poem:

Vievee Francis's poems engage many of the same concerns as her poetic predecessors - faith in a secular age, the city and nature, aging, and beauty. Words certainly do not fail as Francis sets off into the wild world promised in the title. The wild here is not chaotic but rather free and finely attuned to its surroundings. The listener who joins her will emerge sensitized and changed by the enduring power of her work.

A flood struck the forest near Gibson's home, trapping the animals. Determined to help, Billy, Amelia, and Jazzy worked as a team to save the animals. Follow them on this journey to find out how they rescued the animals and became the heroes of the forest!

Nino is a thoughtful and curious boy who is off on a walk in the woods. He’s enjoying the scent of wild flowers, he’s hearing the sound of leaves crunching, he’s seeing animals in their natural habitat. But this is not just any ordinary walk in the woods.... This tale of curiosity and exploration takes you and Nino on an unexpected adventure! Will Nino’s curiosity and awareness of his surroundings help to keep the flowers, trees, and animals safe?

It’s the day of the great animal contest, and Mango’s magical vest stopped working! Oh no! When Mango wakes up one morning, he remembers that the great animal contest is set for today, only he totally forgot to prepare for it!