Download or read book Durians Are Not the Only Fruit written by Wong Yoon Wah and published by Epigram Books. This book was released on 2013 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this mix of memoir, essay and nature writing, Wong Yoon Wah evokes the beauty and seduction of the tropical rainforest and rubber plantations of his childhood in Malaya. He examines what surrounds us: the fruits we grow, the food we eat, the trees and animals that thrive in our midst. Along the way, we gain fascinating insights: how thunder tea rice acquired its name; how early settlers used the rain tree to tell time; how the behaviour of ants can tell us when a monsoon is about to arrive. Both personal and informative, this selection of Wong’s essays is a stunning re-addition to the creative non-fiction landscape.
Download or read book Durio of Malaysia written by Salma Idris and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Durian Tourist s Guide To Thailand written by Lindsay Gasik and published by Lindsay Gasik. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Durian Tourist’s Guide to Thailand is a comprehensive travel guide to indulging in Southeast Asia’s King of Fruit while enjoying the turquoise coast, sandy beaches, exotic temples, ancient ruins and relaxing spas of a normal holiday in Thailand. Designed for the eco-conscious adventurer who has a taste for durian, this book will help you connect with Thai fruit farmers and learn about sustainable horticultural practices in Thailand, all while eating the best durian Thailand has to offer. Inside the Durian Tourist’s Guide to Thailand: • Full color maps, photos, and mouth-watering durian pictures • Guides to finding, selecting and buying the best durian ever • Insider tips to help you avoid getting ripped off for crummy durian • Seasonal and regional information to help you figure out when and where to go • Practical travel tips to help you navigate the back roads of Thailand • Cultural insights to give you a richer, more rewarding travel and eating experience • Directories of fruit farms, markets, and orchard accommodations • Advice on sourcing durian no matter where you stay in Thailand • Tips on traveling as a vegetarian or other special diets E-book Features: • Embedded links to recommended websites • Links to interactive google maps so you can get specific directions to farms, markets, and homestays • Effortless navigation between maps and sections • Bookmarks to effortlessly shoot back to key pages If you’re looking to do something different on your holiday adventure, this easy-to-use guide is the best travel book you’ll find to Thailand’s orchards. In fact, it’s the only one. Authors: Written and researched by Lindsay Gasik, edited by Leanne Jewett. About the Durian Tourist: Sc
Download or read book Kuttu The Girl from Malaya A Memoir written by Elizabeth Goh Sharman and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-12-30 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspirational memoir of Elizabeth ""Kuttu"" Goh Sharman, from rural Malaya. Given away at birth by her biological parents, she is raised by a saintly aunt, Heok Ee. At birth, she was given the nickname ""Kuttu,"" by her great aunt, the word meaning head lice. The relative explained the name would strengthen her to overcome her weak health and poor prospects. The effect seems to work perhaps leading Elizabeth to great success on a larger stage, however possibly at the cost of an inferiority complex that with the name sticks with her all her life. Initially a poor student, several ""guardian angels"" come along to encourage her to believe in herself, work hard and persevere. She eventually excels at business school and qualifies for a top job with a UN branch in Kuala Lumpur then in Geneva. In Geneva she marries a renowned international labor organizer, an Englishman. She starts a family and travels the world with her new husband before settling down in the US as her American dream comes true.
Download or read book Gardeners Chronicle written by and published by . This book was released on 1879 with total page 1156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book In the Bosom of BIZARRE BORNEO written by Ghazally Ismail and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 626 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BIZARRE BORNEO Discover the untamed paradise, Borneo. For those planning to embark on an exhilarating journey through the lush rainforests of Borneo, dive into the captivating pages of this latest book “ In the Bosom of BIZARRE BORNEO” – the definitive guide to the extraordinary plant and animal species that call this enchanting island home. Before immersing yourself in a rich tapestry of biodiversity, unlock the secrets of Borneo’s magical realm. The book offers vivid descriptions and stunning drawings of highly endangered mammals, the immense diversity of birds, snakes, frogs, insects and a host of rare plants such as the world’s biggest flower, Rafflesia, and the carnivorous Nepenthes plants of Mount Kinabalu. This must-read book unveils the wonders that await, urging scientists, nature enthusiasts, explorers, and wildlife aficionados to embark on a journey of a lifetime. A retired immunologist, Ghazally Ismail, turns his writing and drawing skills to sharing his four-decades of exploring the rainforests of Borneo, leaving you awe-struck and yearning for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of this ecological paradise. He introduces you to an array of breathtaking species, weaving together a narrative that highlights the delicate balance of Borneo's ecosystem. Prepare to be amazed and inspired as BIZARRE BORNEO opens up your gateway to an extraordinary journey. Unleash the explorer within and let this book be your compass as you marvel at the wonders of Borneo, a destination that promises to awaken your senses and ignite your passion for nature. The book will leave an indelible mark on your soul urging you to conserve and protect biodiversity.
Download or read book Sweet Treats around the World written by Timothy G. Roufs and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-07-29 with total page 641 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From apple pie to baklava, cannoli to gulab jamun, sweet treats have universal appeal in countries around the world. This encyclopedia provides a comprehensive look at global dessert culture. Few things represent a culture as well as food. Because sweets are universal foods, they are the perfect basis for a comparative study of the intersection of history, geography, social class, religion, politics, and other key aspects of life. With that in mind, this encyclopedia surveys nearly 100 countries, examining their characteristic sweet treats from an anthropological perspective. It offers historical context on what sweets are popular where and why and emphasizes the cross-cultural insights those sweets present. The reference opens with an overview of general trends in desserts and sweet treats. Entries organized by country and region describe cultural attributes of local desserts, how and when sweets are enjoyed, and any ingredients that are iconic. Several popular desserts are discussed within each entry including information on their history, their importance, and regional/cultural variations on preparation. An appendix of recipes provides instructions on how to make many of the dishes, whether for school projects or general entertaining.
Download or read book The Fruit Hunters written by Adam Leith Gollner and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-06-11 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historical account of the role of fruit in the modern world explores the machinations of multi-national corporations in distributing exotic fruits, the life of mass-produced fruits, and the author's experience with unusual varieties that are unavailable in America.
Download or read book The Malay Archipelago Part One written by Alfred Russel Wallace and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-08-01 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dedicated to Charles Darwin, The Malay Archipelago- the land of the Orang-utan and the Bird of Paradise is a narrative of travel with studies of man and nature. This is part one of two volumes.
Download or read book Oranges are Not the Only Fruit written by Kathryn Simpson and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Durio a Bibliographic Review written by Michael J. Brown and published by Bioversity International. This book was released on 1997 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Malay Archipelago written by Alfred Russel Wallace and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Malay Archipelago is a book by the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace which chronicles his scientific exploration, during the eight-year period 1854 to 1862, of the southern portion of the Malay Archipelago including Malaysia, Singapore, the islands of Indonesia, and the island of New Guinea. The book describes each island that he visited in turn, giving a detailed account of its physical and human geography, its volcanoes, and the variety of animals and plants that he found and collected. At the same time, he describes his experiences, the difficulties of travel, and the help he received from the different peoples that he met.
Download or read book Postharvest Biology and Technology of Tropical and Subtropical Fruits written by Elhadi M. Yahia and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 651 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While products such as bananas, pineapples, kiwifruit and citrus have long been available to consumers in temperate zones, new fruits such as lychee, longan, carambola, and mangosteen are now also entering the market. Confirmation of the health benefits of tropical and subtropical fruit may also promote consumption further. Tropical and subtropical fruits are particularly vulnerable to postharvest losses, and are also transported long distances for sale. Therefore maximising their quality postharvest is essential and there have been many recent advances in this area. Many tropical fruits are processed further into purees, juices and other value-added products, so quality optimization of processed products is also important. The books cover current state-of-the-art and emerging post-harvest and processing technologies. Volume 1 contains chapters on particular production stages and issues, whereas Volumes 2, 3 and 4 contain chapters focused on particular fruit.Chapters in Volume 3 of this important collection review factors affecting the quality of different tropical and subtropical fruits, concentrating on postharvest biology and technology. Important issues relevant to each specific product are discussed, such as postharvest physiology, preharvest factors affecting postharvest quality, quality maintenance postharvest, pests and diseases and value-added processed products, among other topics. - Along with the other volumes in the collection, Volume 3 is an essential reference for professionals involved in the postharvest handling and processing of tropical and subtropical fruits and for academics and researchers working in the area - Covers current state-of-the-art and emerging post-harvest and processing technologies - Important issues relevant to each particular fruit are discussed, such as postharvest physiology, preharvest factors affecting postharvest quality and pests and diseases
Download or read book The History of Malay Archipelago written by Alfred Russel Wallace and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-13 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The History of Malay Archipelago is a book by the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace which chronicles his scientific exploration, during the eight-year period 1854 to 1862, of the southern portion of the Malay Archipelago including Malaysia, Singapore, the islands of Indonesia, and the island of New Guinea. The book describes each island that he visited in turn, giving a detailed account of its physical and human geography, its volcanoes, and the variety of animals and plants that he found and collected. At the same time, he describes his experiences, the difficulties of travel, and the help he received from the different peoples that he met.
Download or read book The Malay Archipelago Vol 1 2 written by Alfred Russel Wallace and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alfred Russel Wallace's 'The Malay Archipelago' is a two-volume travelogue that provides a detailed account of his explorations in the Southeast Asian region. Written in a captivating narrative style, Wallace describes the flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples of the Malay Archipelago, offering valuable insights into the biodiversity of the region. His vivid descriptions and meticulous observations make this work a significant contribution to both travel literature and natural history studies. Wallace's inclusion of his theory of evolution and biogeography adds an extra layer of depth to the text, positioning it within the context of the scientific debates of the time. Alfred Russel Wallace, a renowned naturalist and contemporary of Charles Darwin, was inspired to write 'The Malay Archipelago' based on his extensive travels in the region. As a pioneer in the field of evolutionary biology, Wallace's work laid the groundwork for modern ecological studies and conservation efforts. I highly recommend 'The Malay Archipelago' to readers interested in travel literature, natural history, and evolutionary biology. Wallace's engaging prose and profound observations make this work a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the rich biodiversity of the Southeast Asian region.
Download or read book ICIIS and ICESTIIS 2021 written by Asep Saepudin Jahar and published by European Alliance for Innovation. This book was released on 2022-02-23 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the proceedings of the 4th International Colloquium on Interdisciplinary Islamic Studies (ICIIS), which was held in conjunction with the 1st International Conference on Education, Science, Technology, Indonesian, and Islamic Studies (ICESTIIS) in Jambi, Indonesia, on 20-21 October 2021, using blended platforms, in person and online. The Graduate School of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta and UIN Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin, Jambi jointly organized the conference. This conference brought together academic researchers, business professionals, and graduate students to share their experiences and research findings on a wide variety of topics related to interdisciplinary Islamic studies. The proceedings are comprised of 52 high-quality papers chosen from more than 250 submissions. Islam and medicine, Islamic education, Islamic studies, psychology, the Qur'an and Hadith, and science and technology are the six issues covered in the papers. This publication is made possible by the committed steering and organizing committees who oversaw and organized the conference, as well as the reviewers for their academic contributions and commitment to assessing papers.
Download or read book An Article Detailing Miscellaneous Tropical and Subtropical Fruits written by Wilson Popenoe and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-10-03 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a classic article describing various tropical and subtropical fruits. With detailed illustrations and a wealth of interesting and useful information, this article will appeal to those with an interest in botany or horticulture, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: “Durian”, “Santol”, “Carambola”, “Bilimbi”, “Tamarind”, “Carissa”, “Ramontchi”, “Ketembilla”, “Tuna”, “Pitaya”, “Tree-Tomato”, and “Genipá Fruits”. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on growing fruit.
