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Alien Phenomenology, or, What It's Like to Be a Thing
Ian Bogost

Alien Phenomenology, or, What It's Like to Be a Thing

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If you’re intrigued by the philosophy that veers away from human-centric viewpoints, 'Alien Phenomenology' will be a breath of fresh air. Ian Bogost invites you into a world where non-human things take the limelight, helping you to appreciate the complex web of interactions beyond our usual human experience. It's an intellectual journey that reshapes how one views the world.

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! 2015 Reality Shock!
Ripley Entertainment Inc.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! 2015 Reality Shock!

from RM32.54 MYR

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 2015 is like a treasure trove for those who love to marvel at the bizarre and uncommon. Each page is an invitation to explore curiosities that defy the mundane. Think of it as a circus of facts where every act is more astonishing than the last, perfect for when you crave a departure from the everyday into a world of the wonderfully weird.

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Strangers: Essays on the Human and Nonhuman - Thryft

Strangers: Essays on the Human and Nonhuman

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If you're looking to step outside your usual reading zone and delve into something that dissects the intricate bond between humans and the environment, "Strangers" might just be the treasure you're after. Tamas's writing wields a lyrical, almost otherworldly quality that compels you to see the world—and our role within it—through a refreshingly transformative lens. This isn't just an essay collection; it's a journey that challenges and enriches your understanding of existence itself.

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Wild Thoughts from Wild Places
David Quammen

Wild Thoughts from Wild Places

from RM58.14 MYR

If you have a keen interest in nature and science with a taste for adventure, David Quammen's "Wild Thoughts from Wild Places" will take you on an exhilarating journey. Quammen's expertise in weaving rich narratives from his explorations makes each essay resonate with those who seek to understand the complexity and wonders of the natural world. This collection is perfect for armchair adventurers and science enthusiasts alike.

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High Tide in Tucson: Essays Fr - Thryft
Barbara Kingsolver

High Tide in Tucson: Essays Fr

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If the intricacies and musings on life's relentless ebb and flow captivate you, Kingsolver's "High Tide in Tucson" will resonate. Her prose is evocative, weaving personal anecdotes with broader existential observations. This collection invites introspection and offers a comforting sense that, in the grand scheme, we're all riding the same high tide.

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The Colossus of New York: A City in 13 Parts
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Colson Whitehead

The Colossus of New York: A City in 13 Parts

from RM32.54 MYR

If you've ever felt the rush of New York City, Colson Whitehead's "The Colossus of New York" will resonate with you. It's not just a book; it's an immersion into the city's vibrant heart through deftly painted vignettes. Whitehead's fluid prose, changing perspectives, and intimate tales capture the soul of NYC for both the dreamers and the hardened, offering a connection as tangible as the city's own streets. Whether you're a local or a stranger, this book offers a piece of New York's ceaseless energy to keep for yourself.

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The Rough Guide to Australia
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Emma Boyle, Rough Guides

The Rough Guide to Australia

from RM50.82 MYR

Considering an adventure down under or just love uncovering hidden gems from your living room? "The Rough Guide to Australia" isn't your typical travel booklet—it's a comprehensive companion that’s as informative as it is engaging. With its thoughtful essays, you'll get lost in Australian culture and history long before you step foot on a plane. Plus, the detailed maps and off-the-path recommendations will serve as your treasure map for an authentic Aussie experience.

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A Field Guide to Getting Lost - Thryft
Rebecca Solnit

A Field Guide to Getting Lost

from RM26.36 MYR

A Field Guide to Getting Lost is a thought-provoking book that inspires readers to embrace uncertainty and find beauty in the unknown. Rebecca Solnit shares personal stories that are relatable and thoughtfully crafted, making readers feel as though they are on a journey with her. The book seamlessly weaves together Solnit's experiences with broader themes such as the human relationship with nature and the importance of self-discovery. Overall, this book is a must-read for those who are seeking to explore the complexities of life and find meaning in unexpected places.

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The Great Derangement - Climate Change And The Unthinkable - Thryft
Amitav Ghosh

The Great Derangement - Climate Change And The Unthinkable

from RM43.18 MYR

Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? In his first major book of nonfiction since In an Antique Land, Ghosh examines our inability—at the level of literature, history, and politics—to grasp the scale and violence of climate change.The extreme nature of today’s climate events, Ghosh asserts, make them peculiarly resistant to contemporary modes of thinking and imagining. This is particularly true of serious literary fiction: hundred-year storms and freakish tornadoes simply feel too improbable for the novel; they are automatically consigned to other genres. In the writing of history, too, the climate crisis has sometimes led to gross simplifications; Ghosh shows that the history of the carbon economy is a tangled global story with many contradictory and counterintuitive elements.Ghosh ends by suggesting that politics, much like literature, has become a matter of personal moral reckoning rather than an arena of collective action. But to limit fiction and politics to individual moral adventure comes at a great cost. The climate crisis asks us to imagine other forms of human existence—a task to which fiction, Ghosh argues, is the best suited of all cultural forms. His book serves as a great writer’s summons to confront the most urgent task of our time.

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Imaginary Borders - Thryft
Ashley Lukashevsky, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez

Imaginary Borders

from RM26.03 MYR

Recommended for readers seeking passionate environmental advocacy.

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On Looking: Eleven Walks With Expert Eyes
Alexandra Horowitz

On Looking: Eleven Walks With Expert Eyes

from RM32.54 MYR

If you delight in discovering the extraordinary in the ordinary, you'll savor Alexandra Horowitz's "On Looking." It's like a series of mini-adventures through familiar settings, each chapter revealing how much we overlook in our daily lives. Horowitz, with her expertise in cognitive science, turns a simple walk down the street into a series of revelations. Engaging experts in various fields, she peels back layers of the environment we think we know, inviting you to experience the world with fresh senses. It's a book that will change how you perceive your daily surroundings long after you've turned the last page.

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On Animals - Thryft
Susan Orlean

On Animals

from RM32.54 MYR

If you're fascinated by the way humans and animals interact, Susan Orlean's "On Animals" could be the perfect read for you. Through an array of stories, Orlean thoughtfully examines the roles that animals play in human cultures and personal lives. This book promises not only to entertain but also to deepen your appreciation for our non-human companions.

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The Dragonfly Will Be the Messiah - Thryft
Larry Korn, Masanobu Fukuoka

The Dragonfly Will Be the Messiah

from RM23.33 MYR

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the ecological challenges we face and the need for transformative action. In "The Dragonfly Will Be the Messiah," the author, a pioneer of the 'do-nothing' farming method, presents a thought-provoking reflection on global ecological trauma. Through profound insights, they argue that we must radically transform our understanding of nature and our place in it in order to restore and heal the planet. This book will inspire readers to reconsider their relationship with the environment and embrace a more sustainable future.

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No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference - Thryft
Greta Thunberg

No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference

from RM15.02 MYR

The history-making, ground-breaking speeches of Greta Thunberg, the young activist who has become the voice of a generation.In August 2018 a fifteen-year-old Swedish girl, Greta Thunberg, decided not to go to school one day. Her actions ended up sparking a global movement for action against the climate crisis, inspiring millions of pupils to go on strike for our planet, forcing governments to listen, and earning her a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.This book brings you Greta in her own words, for the first time. Collecting her speeches that have made history across Europe, from the UN to mass street protests, No One Is Too Small to Make A Difference is a rallying cry for why we must all wake up and fight to protect the living planet, no matter how powerless we feel. Our future depends upon it.

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Off the Map : Lost Spaces, Invisible Cities, Forgotten Islands, Feral Places and What They Tell Us About the World - Thryft
Alastair Bonnett

Off the Map : Lost Spaces, Invisible Cities, Forgotten Islands, Feral Places and What They Tell Us About the World

from RM21.07 MYR

Off the Map could be a great read for anyone interested in exploring the world beyond the usual tourist destinations. The book provides a fascinating insight into hidden enclaves, secret military towns, and forgotten islands that are not typically found in travel guides. Alastair Bonnett's witty and engaging storytelling makes the book a joy to read, and it is sure to spark the curiosity of those who love to explore the unknown.

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A Field Guide To Getting Lost - Thryft
Rebecca Solnit

A Field Guide To Getting Lost

from RM14.19 MYR

This captivating read is perfect for those who appreciate the art of wandering. The book is a collection of essays that capture the essence of getting lost in both physical and emotional sense. With poetic prose and storytelling, Solnit takes readers on a journey through the complexities of living a life full of exploration and uncertainty. The book challenges the notion of being constantly connected and instead celebrates the beauty of being lost and embracing the unknown.

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Staying with the Trouble : Making Kin in the Chthulucene - Thryft
Donna J. Haraway

Staying with the Trouble : Making Kin in the Chthulucene

from RM51.82 MYR

"Staying with the Trouble is a must-read for anyone interested in redefining our relationship with the environment. Donna Haraway's concept of the Chthulucene forces us to consider our impact on non-human entities and the consequences of our actions. Her use of science fiction and speculative fabulation provides a unique lens to approach these complex issues. The book challenges the reader to rethink our traditional beliefs and to embrace a more inclusive and collaborative future."

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All We Can Save : Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis - Thryft
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Katharine K. Wilkinson

All We Can Save : Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis

from RM35.73 MYR

This book could be a great read for anyone who feels disheartened and hopeless about the state of our planet and climate change. It showcases the voices and insights of diverse women who are leading the way in the fight against climate change. One of its unique and distinctive features is the intermixing of essays, poetry, and art, making it a thought-provoking and engaging read. It offers a call to action for everyone to do their part in reshaping society towards a more sustainable future.

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No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference - Thryft
Greta Thunberg

No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference

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If you're looking for a dose of inspiration or a spark to ignite your own passion for environmental activism, Greta Thunberg's "No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference" might just be the match you need. Her determination and clarity give a poignant insight into the climate change movement through the eyes of a courageous young leader. It's a short read that could have a long-lasting impact on your perspective.

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The Gifts of Reading - Thryft
Robert Macfarlane

The Gifts of Reading

from RM24.70 MYR

"The Gifts of Reading by Robert Macfarlane is a short and sweet essay that explores the emotional and intellectual exchange that occurs when books are gifted. This book is perfect for anyone who has ever shared their love of reading with someone else or has been gifted a book that forever changed them. Macfarlane's lyrical prose will leave you feeling enriched and grateful for the transcendent power of the written word."

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A Field Guide To Getting Lost - Thryft
Rebecca Solnit

A Field Guide To Getting Lost

from RM25.30 MYR

A Field Guide to Getting Lost draws on emblematic moments and relationships in Solnit's own life to explore issues of wandering, being lost, and the uses of the unknown. The result is a distinctive, stimulating, and poignant voyage of discovery.

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Every Species is a Masterpiece - Thryft
Edward O. Wilson

Every Species is a Masterpiece

from RM14.19 MYR

This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about conservation and understanding the intricate beauty of our planet's ecosystems. Edward O. Wilson's profound writings not only showcase the richness and diversity of life on Earth but also emphasize our responsibility to protect and preserve these fragile ecosystems. Through his mesmerizing exploration, Wilson sparks a sense of wonder and reverence for the natural world, inspiring readers to take action and become advocates for a greener, more sustainable future.

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The Solace Of Open Spaces - Thryft
Gretel Ehrlich

The Solace Of Open Spaces

from RM14.19 MYR

The Solace Of Open Spaces is a poignant collection of essays that chronicles Ehrlich's journey into Wyoming's vast expanse. Her descriptive and captivating writing style takes readers on a journey through the beauty and cruelty of the natural elements that define the American West. This book would be a great read for nature lovers, adventurers, and anyone looking for a thought-provoking exploration of the interplay between our interior lives and the world around us.

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Great Plains - Thryft
Ian Frazier

Great Plains

from RM27.69 MYR

The author profiles the storied Great Plains of the American Midwest, relating the history, the lore, and the stories of the current inhabitants of the area

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Ill Nature - Rants And Reflections On Humanity And Other Animals - Thryft
Joy Williams

Ill Nature - Rants And Reflections On Humanity And Other Animals

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Most of us watch with mild concern the fast-disappearing wild spaces or the recurrence of pollution-related crises such as oil spills, toxic blooms in fertilizer-enriched forests, and violence both home and abroad. Joy Williams does more than watch. In this collection of condemnations and love letters, revelations and cries for help, she brings to light the price of complacency with scathing wit and unexpected humor. Sounding the alarm over the disconnection from the natural world that our consumer culture has created, she takes on subjects as varied as the culling of elephants, electron-probed chimpanzees, vanishing wetlands, and the determination of American women to reproduce at any cost. Controversial, opinionated, at times exceptionally moving, Ill Nature is a clarion call for us to step out of our cars and cubicles, and do something to save our natural legacy.

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Granta 102 : New Nature Writing - Thryft
Jason Cowley

Granta 102 : New Nature Writing

from RM30.48 MYR

As our conception and experience of nature changes, so too does the way we write about it. This special issue features Kathleen Jamie on human pathology, Jonathan Raban on the road in the American West and Robert Macfarlane ghost-hunting in the Fens. Plus, new fiction by Lydia Peelle and a graphic story from David Heatley.

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Last Chance to See.... - Thryft
Douglas Adams, Mark Carwardine

Last Chance to See....

from RM18.18 MYR

After years of reflecting on the absurdities of life on other planets, Douglas Adams teams up with zoologist Mark Carwardine on an expedition to find out what's happening to life on this one.

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Oranges - Thryft
John McPhee

Oranges

from RM14.19 MYR

A classic of reportage, Oranges was first conceived as a short magazine article about oranges and orange juice, but the author kept encountering so much irresistible information that he eventually found that he had in fact written a book. It contains sketches of orange growers, orange botanists, orange pickers, orange packers, early settlers on Florida's Indian River, the first orange barons, modern concentrate makers, and a fascinating profile of Ben Hill Griffin of Frostproof, Florida who may be the last of the individual orange barons. McPhee's astonishing book has an almost narrative progression, is immensely readable, and is frequently amusing. Louis XIV hung tapestries of oranges in the halls of Versailles, because oranges and orange trees were the symbols of his nature and his reign. This book, in a sense, is a tapestry of oranges, too―with elements in it that range from the great orangeries of European monarchs to a custom of people in the modern Caribbean who split oranges and clean floors with them, one half in each hand.

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Eiger Dreams : Ventures among Men and Mountains - Thryft
Jon Krakauer

Eiger Dreams : Ventures among Men and Mountains

from RM24.07 MYR

Eiger Dreams is a must-read for adventure enthusiasts and those who enjoy the thrill of risk-taking. Jon Krakauer's vivid storytelling and personal experiences make this book an engaging and inspiring read. The collection of essays includes tales of both triumph and tragedy, as well as insights into the motivations behind extreme sports and mountaineering. The book is perfect for anyone who wants to be transported to the world of daredevils, athletes, and misfits who push themselves to the limits of what is possible.

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Granta 102 : New Nature Writing - Thryft
Jason Cowley

Granta 102 : New Nature Writing

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If the shifting sands of our connection with the environment intrigue you, "Granta 102: New Nature Writing" is a fascinating collection to explore. It weaves together prose that delves into both the microscopic and the vast, questioning and celebrating our relationship with nature through critical essays, haunting stories, and innovative graphic narratives. It's a read that promises to enrich your understanding of the natural world and our place within it.

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The Medusa and the Snail : More Notes of a Biology Watcher - Thryft
Lewis Thomas

The Medusa and the Snail : More Notes of a Biology Watcher

from RM26.19 MYR

The Medusa and the Snail is a great read for biology enthusiasts who enjoy exploring creatures and processes that are not usually given much attention. The author's use of a tiny jellyfish and sea slug as a metaphor offers a unique perspective on eternal issues. The essays on the human genius for making mistakes and an assessment of medical science and health care are also valuable takeaways from the book. Overall, this book is a great blend of wonder and wit, and is highly recommended for anyone interested in biology.

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