Books with author Stevenson

Animals have alternately been considered pests, food, workers, test subjects, and, as is becoming increasingly common, companions. This begs the question: What rights should animals have? Through engaging text featuring annotated quotes from experts, readers learn about the changing role of animals and the ensuing changing attitudes of people toward how animals should be treated. Detailed charts, engaging sidebars, and relevant statistics provide an in-depth education regarding the history and ramifications, both legal and societal, of animal rights. Readers are also encouraged to think critically to form an opinion on the actions and tactics of different animal rights organizations.

[Young Adult Fiction (Ages 12-17)]An original Full Cast Audio adaptation of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel sensation from Noelle Stevenson, based on her beloved and critically acclaimed web comic.Nemeses! Dragons! Science! Symbolism! All these and more await in this brilliantly subversive, sharply irreverent epic from Noelle Stevenson which has been hailed by critics and fans alike as the arrival of a ''superstar'' talent (NPR).Nimona is an impulsive young shapeshifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and supervillain, Nimona and Lord Blackheart are about to wreak some serious havoc. Their mission: prove to the kingdom that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his buddies at the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren't the heroes everyone thinks they are.But as small acts of mischief escalate into a vicious battle, Lord Blackheart realizes that Nimona's powers are as murky and mysterious as her past. And her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit.

Did you drink a glass of water today? Did you turn on a light? Did you think about how miraculous either one of those things is when you did it? Of course not--but you should, and New York Times bestselling author Steven Johnson has. This adaptation of his adult book and popular PBS series explores the fascinating and interconnected stories of innovations--like clean drinking water and electricity--that changed the way people live.Innovation starts with a problem whose solution sets in motion all kinds of unexpected discoveries. That's why you can draw a line from pendulums to punching the clock at a factory, from ice blocks to summer movie blockbusters, from clean water to computer chips.In the lively storytelling style that has made him a popular, bestselling author, Steven Johnson looks at how accidental genius, brilliant mistakes, and unintended consequences shape the way we live in the modern world. Johnson's "long zoom" approach connects history, geography, politics, and scientific advances with the deep curiousity of inventors or quirky interests of tinkerers to show how innovation truly comes about. His fascinating account is organized into six topics: glass, cold, sound, clean, time, light. Johnson's fresh exploration of these simple, single-syllable word concepts creates an endlessly absorbing story that moves from lightning strikes in the prehistoric desert to the herculean effort to literally raise up the city of Chicago to laser labs straight out of a sci-fi movie. In other words, it's the story of how we got to now!

Is your kid scared of the dark? Especially when they’re really young, everything in their cozy bedroom can turn into a cause of discomfort and fear. Suddenly, even the friendliest of the environments can become ominous when the lights are switched off. Nightmares, cries during the night, and calls for help: These are not very pleasant experiences, neither for your child nor for you and your partner. Having a good night’s sleep can be quite the challenge when you’re training your kid to sleep in his own room, independently. And the process can be significantly slowed down if you don’t know how to tame his fears, and keep him safe from nightmares!Well, if your little one worries about things that go bumping in the night, and monsters coming out from the closet or the area under the bed, try reading him “Johnny and The Night Murmurs”: This story will be your number one ally to make the dark seem less frightening!●Spark His Imagination: Allow Jhonny to take your kid on a fairytale adventure, and let your child’s imagination ride free on the waves of creativity and uniqueness that spark from this book. Ignite his curiosity, and fascinate him with a story that’s relatable and imaginative at the same time. Thanks to this tale, he will begin to see the nights spent alone in his bedroom as a blessing, more than a source of fear!●Relieve The Anxiety and Eliminate The Stress: When a child reaches a new stage of his growth, or experiences new and unfamiliar situations, it’s normal for him to feel uncomfortable. Reading “Johnny and The Night Murmurs” to him will allow you to read something that is relevant to his experiences, helping him cope. ●Foster Intelligence: According to a recent study, children who are exposed to home reading show a significant activation of their brains. Reading “Johnny and The Night Murmurs” to your kid will help him build brain networks that will serve him long-term and nurture his intelligence!●Educate Him Before School: Turning “Johnny and The Night Murmurs” into his favorite book means letting your kid learn that reading is fun and not a chore. This way, when he grows up, you won’t be stressed about getting him to read, as reading will have become a pleasurable habit! About the book “Johnny and The Night Murmurs” is a tale that revolves around Johnny, a kid who is scared of the dark because of the scary sounds he hears every time he tries to sleep. Soon enough, though, he discovers that the sounds he was so afraid of are actually produced by funny, little creatures called “the Murmurs”... Who take him on a unique journey in the land of dreams itself!

For LGBTQ people and their supporters, Pride events are an opportunity to honor the past, protest injustice, and celebrate a diverse and vibrant community. The high point of Pride, the Pride Parade, is spectacular and colorful. But there is a whole lot more to Pride than rainbow flags and amazing outfits. How did Pride come to be? And what does Pride mean to the people who celebrate it?

From commune to ecovillage ― an in-depth look at the past, present and future of the world’s best-known intentional community In the Summer of Love in San Francisco's Haight-Asbury, a charismatic young hippie by the name of Stephen Gaskin launched "Monday Night Class"―a weekly event which drew together an eclectic mix of truth-seekers and flower children. Soon the class became a caravan, and after touring the country this colorful crew decided to seek a plot of land and found a commune based on their shared values. Thus was born The Farm in Summertown, Tennessee. The Farm Then and Now presents the story of a group that has defied the odds, blending idealism with a practical approach to intentional community and creating a model for sustainable living. Just as the Monday Night Classes taught students to open their hearts and minds, The Farm continues as a School of Change, demonstrating ways to operate collectively in terms of: Land, water, and stewardship Health care, building, and infrastructure Cooperation, compassion, and spiritual values For humans to survive as a species, we must relearn the skills needed to work together; the lessons of The Farm can be applied in any community or organization. The Farm Then and Now addresses both the successes and shortcomings of this unique ongoing social experiment, showing how what was once the largest commune in the world has evolved into an exceptional example of living lightly on the earth. Douglas Stevenson has been a member of The Farm Community for forty years. His company Green Life Retreats hosts the Farm Experience Weekend and other instructional seminars about sustainable living.

This stunning book looks at how animals use camouflage in seven distinct ecosystems spanning the globe: swamp (Florida Everglades), desert (Africa's Sahara), rain forest (South America's Amazon), savanna (East Africa), deciduous forest (Europe), arctic (North America), and coral reef (Australia's Great Barrier Reef). For each habitat, a lush full-page spread is followed by a key that explains how each animal uses camouflage and where it can be found in the preceding spread.