Books with author Josh Young

A guide to listening to songbirds—the key to observing nature in a whole new way. Includes audio of bird vocalizations! A lifelong birder, tracker, and naturalist, Jon Young is guided in his work and teaching by three basic premises: the robin, junco, and other songbirds know everything important about their environment, be it backyard or forest; by tuning in to their vocalizations and behavior, we can acquire much of this wisdom for our own pleasure and benefit; and the birds’ companion calls and warning alarms are just as important as their songs. Birds are the sentries of—and our key to understanding the world beyond our front door. By learning to remain quiet and avoid disturbing the environment, we can heed the birds and acquire an amazing new level of awareness. We are welcome in their habitat. The birds don’t fly away. The larger animals don’t race off. No longer hapless intruders, we now find, see, and engage the deer, the fox, the red-shouldered hawk—even the elusive, whispering wren. Deep bird language is an ancient discipline, perfected by Native peoples the world over. Finally, science is catching up. This groundbreaking book unites the indigenous knowledge, the latest research, and the author’s own experience of four decades in the field to lead us toward a deeper connection to the animals and, in the end, ourselves. “He can sit still in his yard, watching and listening for the moment when robins and other birds no longer perceive him as a threat. Then he can begin to hear what the birds say to each other, warning about nearby hawks, cats, or competitors. Young’s book will teach you how you, too, can understand birds and their fascinating behaviors.” —BirdWatching “Here is the ancestral wisdom passed down from Apache elder Stalking Wolf to renowned tracker Tom Brown to Jon Young himself, who in turn passes on to the reader the art of truly listening to the avian soundscape. With all senses more finely tuned, you’ll find yourself more aware of your surroundings, slowing down, and reconnecting with a native intelligence and love of the natural world that lies deep within each of us.” —Donald Kroodsma, author ofThe Singing Life of Birds and Birdsong by the Seasons

“Jon Young knows birds, and you will too after reading his marvelous book. You’ll discover a universal bird language that will speak to you wherever you go outdoors. Every nature lover should read this book.”—Joseph Cornell, author of Sharing Nature with Children and John Muir: My Life with NatureA lifelong birder, tracker, and naturalist, Jon Young is guided by three basic premises: the robin, junco, and other songbirds know everything important about their environment, be it backyard or forest; by tuning in to their vocalizations and behavior, we can acquire much of this wisdom for our own pleasure and benefit; and the birds’ companion calls and warning alarms are just as important as their songs. Deep bird language is an ancient discipline, perfected by Native peoples the world over, and science is finally catching up. This groundbreaking book unites the indigenous knowledge, the latest research, and the author’s own experience of four decades in the field to lead us toward a deeper connection to the animals and, in the end, a deeper connection to ourselves. “Jon Young is one of the heroes of the new nature movement . . . This elegant book will deepen the kinship between humans and other species. It decodes our common language.”—Richard Louv, author of The Nature Principle and Last Child in the Woods“A brilliant work, born of a lifetime of listening, teaching, and tracking what really matters . . . Jon Young’s work replenishes our humanity.”—David Abram, author of Becoming Animal and The Spell of the Sensuous

★★Are you ready to spend some great time together as a whole family with a super funny book of brain teasers and jokes?★★What if a few challenging riddles could boost your children’s brain power?Riddles are a great way to stimulate anyone — kids included!Here is a taste...A word I know, six letters it contains, remove one letter and 12 remains, what is it?Enjoy some quality time as a family with this book, and encourage your children to use their thinking abilities. Some riddles are fun and humorous, while others require a little more concentration, even for adult people!Riddles for Smart Kids contains 250 riddles and 100 funny kids' jokes with some illustrations.The illustrations provide a visual aid to children who may become quickly tired of simply reading line after line. Kids will be laughing and sharing silly jokes with everyone in no time! The riddles are designed to challenge yourself. Technology has taken over in this new era; this book will allow you and your kids to switch off social media and games to have fun in a different way!This book will entertain you with:250 riddles of different difficulties for kids of 6-12 years of age;100 funny jokes that will make you die from laughing!Why should you choose this book? It has been truly studied with 100% kids appropriate content and tested by other families that truly enjoyed it!Hyperlinks included, which means if you get the kindle version it will be super easy to navigate between questions and answers!Lovely pictures that your kids will enjoy included!All riddles divided by categories!So what are you waiting for? Let’s start with some family fun time, and I will assure you, you will not be disappointed!!Scroll up and click the BUY NOW button to get your copy instantly!

Companion audio files are available at www.hmhbooks.com/whattherobinknows A lifelong birder, tracker, and naturalist, Jon Young is guided in his work and teaching by three basic premises: the robin, junco, and other songbirds know everything important about their environment, be it backyard or forest; by tuning in to their vocalizations and behavior, we can acquire much of this wisdom for our own pleasure and benefit; and the birds' companion calls and warning alarms are just as important as their songs.Birds are the sentries—and our key to understanding the world beyond our front door. Unwitting humans create a zone of disturbance that scatters the wildlife. Respectful humans who heed the birds acquire an awareness that radically changes the dynamic. We are welcome in their habitat. The birds don't fly away. The larger animals don't race off. No longer hapless intruders, we now find, see, and engage the deer, the fox, the red-shouldered hawk—even the elusive, whispering wren.Deep bird language is an ancient discipline, perfected by Native peoples the world over. Finally, science is catching up. This groundbreaking book unites the indigenous knowledge, the latest research, and the author's own experience of four decades in the field to lead us toward a deeper connection to the animals and, in the end, a deeper connection to ourselves.

The world changed forever in the course of one night, the first night of the zombie epidemic. A countless number of people were killed only to rise again as the walking dead. This collection of diaries are the first-hand accounts from people that witnessed what happened and describe in their own words what they experienced. Gathered from handwritten journals, reports, notes, audio and video recordings -the Dead Walk Diaries paints a vivid picture of the horror, atrocities, and chaos that occurred the first night the dead walked and attacked the living.

Quick-witted, sharp-tongued Connor Lambert won't take it any longer: the bullying, the secrets, the sympathy. He's been dying from cancer for years, but he’s not dead yet. He's going down fighting.Forming an unlikely friendship with fellow juvenile delinquent Skeates, the pair stage a break out and set off on a crazy tour across Scotland -- dodging the police, joy riding and extreme partying -- to find Connor's dad, an inmate at Shotts prison.But Connor's left two things behind -- the medication he needs to keep him alive, and the girl who makes living bearable. A fresh and bold debut novel full of heart, guts and raw emotion. Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist is a brilliantly funny, thrilling exploration of friendship, identity and mortality populated with witty, sharply drawn characters.

(Story synopsis to follow.)The Tale of Nottingswood is a work of psychological fiction that delves into the realms of the inner-self.This imaginative allegory explores the cause and effect of anxiety, depression, fear, apathy, and discouragement and the psychology behind overcoming such obstacles.In addition, dissecting the rich layers of symbolism can lead to open discussions of ethics, integrity, and morality at any level of understanding: young or old; novice or expert.****The Tale of Nottingswood (A novelette in verse.)Somewhere between the twisted worlds of Tim Burton and the bouncing meters of Dr. Seuss, you'll find the upside-down town of Nottingswood. Having cast out the majestic Guardian who was once their protector, Nottingswood built the Great Wall to block out the sun. Now, holed up in their houses, Nottingsfolk are content to let their town decay into a colorless wasteland. Until one day...A curious cry from the center of town catches the attention of a pair of twins who guard the Great Nottings Gate. Lured from their hohumly home, this Brother and Sister stumble upon a Creature that has the power to change their lives forever. Follow this daring pair as they defy the shadowy Order of Voices, dodge the meddling Ms. Grouse, and face the austere hand of The Judge on an adventure that neither they nor you will ever forget.

Aaron Robertson spends most of his time cooped up in his laboratory, inventing the most amazing gizmos. It’s no wonder that he’s won the school science fair three years in a row. It’s also no wonder that he gets picked on everyday by the biggest and meanest bully around.Things are about to change for the boy genius. Aaron’s dad, a police officer, is killed while trying to foil a robbery and the shooter is never found. Aaron vows to find the culprit. He gathers his best inventions - and along with some new ones, creates a suit to conceal his identity and protect him on his quest.Armed with only the few small clues the police have, Aaron sets forth on a perilous and unforgettable adventure where he must face overwhelming obstacles. The police label him as a vigilante, while the media regards him as a hero. It’s up to Aaron to determine who is right… if he survives.

★★Are you ready to spend some great time together as a whole family with a super funny book of brain teasers and jokes?★★What if a few challenging riddles could boost your children’s brain power?Riddles are a great way to stimulate anyone — kids included!Here is a taste...A word I know, six letters it contains, remove one letter and 12 remains, what is it?Enjoy some quality time as a family with this book, and encourage your children to use their thinking abilities. Some riddles are fun and humorous, while others require a little more concentration, even for adult people!Riddles for Smart Kids contains 250 riddles and 100 funny kids' jokes with some illustrations.The illustrations provide a visual aid to children who may become quickly tired of simply reading line after line. Kids will be laughing and sharing silly jokes with everyone in no time! The riddles are designed to challenge yourself. Technology has taken over in this new era; this book will allow you and your kids to switch off social media and games to have fun in a different way!This book will entertain you with:250 riddles of different difficulties for kids of 6-12 years of age;100 funny jokes that will make you die from laughing!Why should you choose this book? It has been truly studied with 100% kids appropriate content and tested by other families that truly enjoyed it!Hyperlinks included, which means if you get the kindle version it will be super easy to navigate between questions and answers!Lovely pictures that your kids will enjoy included!All riddles divided by categories!So what are you waiting for? Let’s start with some family fun time, and I will assure you, you will not be disappointed!!Scroll up and click the BUY NOW button to get your copy instantly!

'Ah! those red soldiers at Isandlwana, how few they were, and how they fought! They fell like stones--each man in his place,' exclaimed a Zulu warrior after the battle. The Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 has never ceased to hold the attention of military enthusiast and layman alike.In this detailed work of reference, John Young presents not only an authoritative survey of the war, from its causes to its conclusion, but after years of painstaking research presents complete details of the composition of the British forces for each major engagement together with full casualty lists of killed and wounded on the British side, both officers and men, and provides estimates of the Zulu casualties. The author also includes citations for honours awarded. The stark casualty lists, side by side with the dramatic narrative of what happened at Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift through to the capture of King Cetshwayo, make for a vivid and telling reconstruction of this ever-fascinating campaign, with its tragedies and its triumphs, and its speedy reversals of fortune.Copiously illustrated with numerous pictures of the people involved, and providing definitive military statistics, They Fell Like Stones is indispensable for students of Victorian military history.

The world changed forever in the course of one night, the first night of the zombie epidemic. A countless number of people were killed only to rise again as the walking dead. This collection of diaries are the first-hand accounts from people that witnessed what happened and describe in their own words what they experienced. Gathered from handwritten journals, reports, notes, audio and video recordings -the Dead Walk Diaries paints a vivid picture of the horror, atrocities, and chaos that occurred the first night the dead walked and attacked the living.