Derek Walcott was aptly described by Laurence Liberman in The Yale Review as "one of the handful of brilliant historic mythologists of our day." Sea Grapes deepens with this major poet's search for true images of the post-Adamic "new world"--especially those of his native Caribbean culture. Walcott's rich and vital naming of the forms of island life is complemented by poems set in America and England, by inward-turning meditations, and by invocations of other poets--Osip Mandelstam, Walt Whitman, Frank O'Hara, James Wright, and Pablo Neruda. On the publication of Selected Poems in 1963, Robert Graves wrote, "Derek Walcott handles English with a closer understanding of its inner magic than most (if not any) of his English-born contemporaries." This collection of new poems in every way confirms Walcott's mastery. He is also the author of The Gulf, Dream on Monkey Mountain and Other Plays, and Another Life.
These poems wander through life and memory. They explore art, music, and history, but in an atmosphere of subtropical wonder. Beauty and truth are close relations and the author explores both as memories of an earlier Florida compose a world of recall and invitation.
Complete and approachable manual on grape growing in Texas. Identifies the state's current grape growing regions and covers everything the commercial or home producer needs to know in order to have a successful vineyard.
Seashore Plants of South Florida and the Caribbean is a complete source for information about which plants grow best in nearshore environments. It includes extensive characteristics of each plant, including: Form, flower and fruit date Geographic distribution and habitat Reproduction and propagation Ornamental uses Medicinal and toxic properties, including modern and folkloric beliefs and uses Ecological aspects This guide is a must-have for backyard gardeners and serious naturalists alike.
Gardening experts Georgia Tasker and Tom MacCubbin present advice on choosing plants for the diverse landscape of Florida. More than 160 entries provide information on planting, growing, and caring for a myriad of plants.
**Hidden Treasures of the Sea Unlocking the Culinary Potential of Exotic Marine Delicacies** Dive into the captivating world of uncommon seafood with Hidden Treasures of the Sea. This compelling eBook unlocks the mysteries of exotic marine foods, offering a unique culinary journey that weaves through the cultural, ecological, and gastronomic significance of lesser-known sea creatures. Begin with an insightful introduction to what defines uncommon seafood, exploring the cultural importance and conservation considerations critical to sustainable consumption. Discover the mystique of sea urchins, the allure of geoduck clams, and the delicate flavors of abalone through detailed species overviews, innovative harvesting techniques, and tantalizing culinary uses. Marvel at the unearthly beauty of sea cucumbers and the hidden potential of jellyfish. Each chapter delves into the biology, ecological roles, and preparation methods to bring these underappreciated treasures to your table. Explore the biological wonders and cooking techniques of horseshoe crabs, moon snails, and sea grapes, transforming them into gourmet delights. Unveil the culinary enigma of sea snakes and the surprising appeal of mantis shrimp. Learn about their distribution, ethical harvesting efforts, and masterful preparation techniques that promise to elevate your home dining experience. Chapters on sandworms, razor clams, sea anemones, and edible sea sponges introduce sustainable practices and innovative recipes that highlight their unique flavors. Step into the brackish depths to understand lampreys, salps, and marine worms. This eBook not only provides practical collection methods but also recipes designed to impress and satisfy. The exploration continues with garden eels, sea robins, and the culturally significant sea mice, each chapter rich with insights into their biology and culinary applications. Unlock the underexplored potential of tunicates and bridge the culinary gap with modern cuisine innovations. Hidden Treasures of the Sea is more than a cookbook; it's a call to action for culinary enthusiasts to partake in conservation efforts and embrace the future of uncommon seafood. Bringing together tradition and innovation, this eBook encourages curiosity and culinary creativity, promising to tantalize your taste buds and expand your gastronomic horizons. Prepare to be amazed, educated, and inspired by the undiscovered delights that the ocean holds. Hidden Treasures of the Sea is your passport to an extraordinary culinary adventure beneath the waves.
Contains countless recipes for jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, sauces, and butters, including: - Blueberry Jam - Strawberry Jelly - Cocoplum-Amaretto Sauce - Sapphireberry Preserves - Prickly Pear Jam - Spicy Black Gum Jelly - and many more!Jam lovers looking for an alternative to preservatives, synthetic sweeteners, and artificial flavors have long turned to wild edibles as a source for their own spreads and condiments. Wild Jams and Jellies is an excellent primer on the art and science of creating these delectables, covering all the equipment you'll need as well as essential techniques for selecting plants, adding sugar and pectin, cooking on a stove or microwave, choosing containers, and creating a firm seal. It also includes hundreds of time-tested recipes, from familiar favorites such as cranberry sauce and grape jelly to more exotic selections like passion flower rum sauce and manzanita chow chow. Each one is a delicious treat, more flavorful, nutritious, and satisfying than anything you'll find in a supermarket.
Marine algae are the supreme eco-engineers of life: they oxygenate the waters, create habitat for countless other organisms, and form the base of a food chain that keeps our planet unique in the universe as we know it. In this beautiful volume Josie Iselin explores both the artistic and the biological presence of sixteen seaweeds and kelps that live in the thin region where the Pacific Ocean converges with the North American continent--a place of incomparable richness. Each species receives a detailed description of its structure, ecological importance, and humans' scientific inquiry into it, told in scientifically illuminating yet deeply reverent and inspired prose. Throughout the writings are historical botanical illustrations and Iselin's signature, Marimekko-like portraits of each specimen that reveal their vibrant colors--whether rosy, "olivaceous," or grass-green--and whimsical shapes. Iselin posits that we can learn not only about the seaweeds but also from them: their resilience, their resourcefulness, their poetry and magic.
This new edition of Ocean has been updated with fresh graphics, images, and type styling throughout, and includes new coverage of major events such as Hurricane Sandy and the Japan tsunami. DK's Ocean is a highly illustrated encyclopedia of the marine environment. It not only covers marine life and physical oceanography, from the geology of the seafloor to the chemistry of seawater, but also includes an atlas of the world's oceans and seas compiled using satellite data. Visual catalogs throughout the book contain profiles of living organisms and key locations. With comprehensively updated text, artwork, and images, the second edition of DK's exhaustive guide to the underwater world is the most definitive visual guide to the world's oceans on the market.
