Mesquite
Mesquite

Author: Rodney W. Bovey

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2016-09-30

Total Pages: 277

ISBN-13: 162349429X

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Global problem or treasure? This question has accompanied the widespread and controversial mesquite tree wherever it grows and is studied around the world. In this comprehensive reference to the genus Prosopis, rangeland scientist Rodney Bovey has gathered and synthesized years of research in a book that reflects our current state of knowledge about the biology, morphology, and management of mesquite. Environmentally adaptive, the mesquite is considered by many to be an invasive or a pest species, and Bovey addresses the concerns about mesquite encroachment worldwide. But he also explains its ecological importance in the prevention of erosion and desertification and in providing food and habitat for wildlife. In addition, Bovey traces the uses of mesquite by humans and discusses the economics of growing and harvesting mesquite. A handy guide to the names, locations, distributions, habitat, structure, and uses of several species of mesquite is included in this benchmark publication for ecologists, range managers, biologists, landowners, and students of agriculture and ecosystem science.

The War of 1898 and U.S. Interventions, 1898T1934
The War of 1898 and U.S. Interventions, 1898T1934

Author: Benjamin R. Beede

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 1994-05

Total Pages: 779

ISBN-13: 1136746919

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A fascinating encyclopedic survey of the Spanish-Cuban/American War, the Philippine War, and the small wars between 1899 and the end of the occupation of Haiti in 1934. The name changes themselves are instructive. The usage of "Spanish-American War" ignores the fact that the war in Cuba had been la

Survival Skills of Native California
Survival Skills of Native California

Author: Paul Campbell

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 9780879059217

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Author Paul Campbell reveals the knowledge he has spent 20 years learning and reproducing from California natives. Included are sections on the basic skills of survival, the tools of gathering and food preparation, and the implements of household and personal necessity, as well as the arts of hunting and fishing. Sample topics include: shelter; greens, beans, flowers and other vegetables; meat preparation; how to make and shoot an Indian bow.--From publisher description.

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site, Texas
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site, Texas

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13:

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This document describes and analyzes alternatives for the management and use of Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site, in order to assess the impacts of implementing each alternative, and to provide the public with an opportunity to comment.

New World Encounters
New World Encounters

Author: Stephen Greenblatt

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 2023-04-28

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 0520913108

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The discovery of the Indies, wrote Francisco López de Gómara in 1552, was "the greatest event since the creation of the world, excepting the Incarnation and Death of Him who created it." Five centuries have not diminished either the overwhelming importance or the strangeness of the early encounter between Europeans and American peoples. This collection of essays, encompassing history, literary criticism, art history, and anthropology, offers a fresh and innovative approach to the momentous encounter. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1993. The discovery of the Indies, wrote Francisco López de Gómara in 1552, was "the greatest event since the creation of the world, excepting the Incarnation and Death of Him who created it." Five centuries have not diminished either the overwhelming importanc

Battles of Texas
Battles of Texas

Author: Joseph P. Regan LTC USAR (ret)

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2023-08-01

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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My book is an anthology of various battles fought in Texas from the year 1758 to 1874. The manuscript is directed at readers who have an interest in Texas or military history. I chose those battles I believe had the most dramatic impact on the course of Texas history. As a military historian, I focused on critical decisions by individual commanders. As much as possible, I tried to use the Battle Analysis System developed by the US Army Command and General Staff College to look at all aspects of a military engagement (strategy, leadership, weather and terrain, etc.) and how these influenced the battle.

Paths of Life
Paths of Life

Author: Thomas E. Sheridan

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 1996-02

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 9780816514663

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Describes the history and culture of the Native peoples of the regions on either side of the border with Mexico

Almost Home
Almost Home

Author: Joan Bauer

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-09-13

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1101591927

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Newbery Honor winner Joan Bauer's new novel will touch your heart When twelve-year-old Sugar's grandfather dies and her gambling father takes off yet again, Sugar and her mother lose their home in Missouri. They head to Chicago for a fresh start, only to discover that fresh starts aren't so easy to come by for the homeless. Nevertheless, Sugar's mother has taught her to be grateful no matter what, so Sugar does her best. With the help of a rescue dog, Shush; a foster family; a supportive teacher; a love of poetry; and her own grace and good humor, Sugar comes to understand that while she can't control the hand life deals her, she can control how she responds.